Ezra - Part 4 - Chapter 3

EZRA 3:1-6

Main Theme: Rebuilding the Altar – The First Step in True Worship

1. The Priority of the Altar

• The returned exiles rebuilt the altar before the temple, emphasizing the urgency and importance of worship and repentance.
• The altar symbolized forgiveness, true worship, and restoration of relationship with God.
• Despite opposition and fear of surrounding enemies, the people gathered as one and focused on reestablishing worship through the altar.

2. The Purpose of the Altar

• Forgiveness of sins: The altar was central to burnt offerings for atonement.
• Restoration of worship: The people had missed worsh ...