This week, Pastor Jim walks us through Ezra 3–4, where the people of Israel begin rebuilding the temple and quickly face opposition. They restore worship, lay the foundation of the temple, and celebrate what God is doing, but resistance soon rises against the work. Their enemies attempt to discourage them, create fear, and eventually bring the rebuilding to a stop. These chapters remind us that following God does not mean we will avoid opposition, obedience often requires perseverance, and we can remain faithful even when progress feels slow or difficult.

Text: Ezra 3–4
Recorded: October 18, 2026
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This week, Pastor Jim walks us through Ezra 3, where the people of Israel return to Jerusalem and begin rebuilding their worship before rebuilding the temple itself. They restore the altar, offer sacrifices to the Lord, and eventually lay the foundation for the new temple. As the people celebrate, some rejoice while others weep as they remember what had been lost. This chapter reminds us that worship must remain at the center of our lives, rebuilding often begins with small steps of obedience, and God is faithful as He restores what has been broken.

Text: Ezra 3
Recorded: October 11, 2026

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This week, Pastor Jim walks us through Ezra 1–2, where God begins fulfilling His promise to bring His people back to Jerusalem after years of exile. God moves the heart of King Cyrus to allow the Israelites to return and rebuild the temple, and thousands respond by making the journey home. As the people prepare to rebuild, we see God working through both ordinary people and unexpected circumstances to accomplish His purposes. These chapters remind us that God is faithful to His promises, He is always at work even when we cannot see it, and He can use anyone to carry out His plan.

Text: Ezra 1–2
Recorded: October 4, 2026
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As we wrap up our series of Rise & Fall, Pastor Jim walks us through 2 Samuel 24, where David orders a census of Israel and quickly realizes that he has sinned against God. As a result, David is faced with the consequences of his decision and must once again depend on the mercy of the Lord. In the middle of judgment, David repents, builds an altar, and offers a sacrifice to God. This chapter reminds us that our choices have consequences, true repentance requires humility, and even in judgment, God is merciful and worthy of our trust.

Text: 2 Samuel 24
Recorded: September 27, 2026
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This week, guest preacher Ken Bevel walks us through 2 Corinthians 2:14–17, where Paul describes believers as the aroma of Christ to the world around them. Through Christ, God leads us in triumph and uses our lives to spread the knowledge of Him wherever we go. Paul reminds us that representing Christ is both a privilege and a responsibility, and that our lives should point others toward the truth of the gospel. This passage challenges us to consider what kind of influence we are having on the people around us and to faithfully live as representatives of Christ wherever God has placed us.

Text: 2 Corinthians 2:14–17
Recorded: September 20, 2026

This week, Pastor Jim walks us through 2 Samuel 22–23, where David looks back on his life and praises God for His faithfulness through every victory, battle, and difficult season. David recognizes the Lord as his rock, refuge, and deliverer, giving God the credit for sustaining and strengthening him throughout his life. Chapter 23 records David’s final words and highlights the mighty men who faithfully served alongside him. These chapters remind us to look back and remember God’s faithfulness, give Him the praise He deserves, and trust that He will continue to be faithful in whatever lies ahead.

Text: 2 Samuel 22–23
Recorded: September 13, 2026
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This week, Pastor Jim walks us through 2 Samuel 19–21, where David returns to Jerusalem and begins restoring the kingdom after Absalom’s rebellion. Along the way, David faces difficult decisions, broken relationships, another rebellion, and the consequences of past sin. Through it all, we see both the complexity of David’s leadership and the faithfulness of God to preserve His people. These chapters remind us that restoration can be messy, our choices often carry lasting consequences, and God remains faithful even in the middle of conflict and uncertainty.

Text: 2 Samuel 19–21
Recorded: September 6, 2026

This week, Pastor Jim walks us through 2 Samuel 16–18, where David continues to face the consequences of Absalom’s rebellion. As David is cursed, betrayed, and forced to prepare for battle against his own son, he continues to trust God through the uncertainty. The conflict eventually ends with Absalom’s death, leaving David heartbroken despite the victory. These chapters remind us that sin brings painful consequences, but God remains sovereign even in the middle of betrayal, loss, and circumstances we cannot control.

Text: 2 Samuel 16–18
Recorded: August 30, 2026