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by David E. Pratte (Author)
Bible study notes and commentary on the Old Testament books of Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther. Emphasizes understanding the text with practical applications. Intended to be helpful to all Christians, including teachers and preachers, while avoiding an emphasis on technical issues. Written from the conservative viewpoint of faith in the Bible as the absolute, inerrant, verbally inspired word of God. Comments include discussion of these topics: * The return of the Jews from Babylonian Captivity * The rebuilding of the temple and the walls of Jerusalem * Salvation of the Jews from a plot of annihilation and holocaust * Principles for dealing with opposition and persecution * Restoration of worship and service to God * Courage and wisdom in the face of powerful enemies #Bible #BibleStudy
Author Biography
The author began preaching the gospel of Christ full-time in 1974. Since that time he has worked with independent, non-denominational churches of Christ in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Round Lake Beach, Illinois. He and his wife Karen have three married children and ten grandchildren. Mr. Pratte has published more than fifty Bible study books. Millions of people have studied his Bible materials on his web sites at www.gospelway.com and www.biblestudylessons.com.
