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BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 4: Nehemiah 1; 4:4-5, 5:6-9, and 6:14-15

March 11, 2026February 7, 2026 by atozmom, posted in BSF Exile & Return: A Time to Build 2025/2026

Summary of Nehemiah 1; 4:4-5, 5:6-9, and 6:14-15

Nehemiah 1

Nehemiah reports that Jerusalem is broken and the gates have burned. He prayed to God, saying he confessed the sins he and the Israelites had made. They have not obeyed. He reminds God of His promise to gather them back to the Promised Land if they return to Him and obey. He asks for favor before the Lord.

Nehemiah 4:4-5

Sanballat and Tobiah insulted the Israelites as they rebuilt Jerusalem’s wall. Nehemiah prayed to God to take them captive as punishment for ridiculing God. The people rebuilt the wall anyway.

Nehemiah 5:6-9

Some Jews spoke of their troubles to Nehemiah, saying they had to borrow money to pay the king’s taxes, and their children were forced into slavery, to get grain. Nehemiah went to the nobles and officials, telling them to stop taking advantage of their own people by charging interest and taking their fields and vineyards. The nobles agreed to give the land back. Nehemiah worked for the people and the land, never demanding the food allotted to the governor.

Nehemiah 6:14-15

Nehemiah simply prayed about being intimidated. He did not retaliate. The wall of Jerusalem was completed in 52 days.

BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 4: Nehemiah 1; 4:4-5, 5:6-9, and 6:14-15

9) Currently, this unexpected cancer battle that I’ll have to fight and recover from. While the outcome is extremely good, it is still concerning, but with God, I have nothing to fear. And, I believe He wants me to push my novel, too.

10a) I believe this blog is God’s work, but when I began it, I received very hateful comments that I should not be posting my answers for others. Of course, the world is different now, and BSF has moved online. I still posted, and God still showed up in people’s lives. I believe my novel is God’s work. I believe my life is still His work.

b) Getting my novel published. I don’t feel like quitting, but it is daunting. But, I’ll persevere and rely on Him to open the doors I need if this is His will.

11) I never expect obeying God to be easy. It’s downright hard, but oh so worth it. I have to trust Him with my health and my purpose and writings. Nehemiah was given everything he needed to accomplish God’s purposes. God does the same for us. I just have to trust in that.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 4: Nehemiah 1; 4:4-5, 5:6-9, and 6:14-15

Great lesson in trusting God for everything.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 4: Nehemiah 1; 4:4-5, 5:6-9, and 6:14-15

See previous lessons for notes: HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE

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Ezra 1:1-4; 6:16-22; 9:1-15; and Esther 4:12-14 from bsf exile and return study www.atozmomm.com

BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 3: Ezra 1:1-4; 6:16-22; 9:1-15; and Esther 4:12-14

March 10, 2026February 7, 2026 by atozmom, posted in BSF Exile & Return: A Time to Build 2025/2026

Summary of Ezra 1:1-4; 6:16-22; 9:1-15; and Esther 4:12-14

Ezra 1:1-4

Cyrus king of Persia says that the Lord has given him the kingdoms of the earth and appointed him to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem. All of God’s people are free to return to their land to do so, and they will be given help and treasures to accomplish this.

Ezra 6:16-22

The temple was completed on the third day of the month Adar, in the sixth year of the reign of King Darius. The people celebrated with offerings and then with Passover.

Ezra 9:1-15

Ezra learned that the people of Israel, including the leaders, the priests, and the Levites, had intermarried with the pagan people around them. Ezra was appalled. He prayed to God. He acknowledged the people’s great sins. He thanks God for their return to Jerusalem and the temple rebuilding. He again acknowledges their sins and how they are unworthy of God’s grace, mercy, and presence.

Esther 4

Mordecai told Esther that she was put in this place for such a time as this to speak for the Jewish people and save them.

BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 3: Ezra 1:1-4; 6:16-22; 9:1-15; and Esther 4:12-14

6) God will use whomever for His purposes. He will provide a way, even in unexpected ways and through non-believers.

7a) I have to keep moving in His purposes for my life, doing my best to understand His will and not mine.

b) Through pure repentance and a desire to change my sinful ways. I can pray, ask for forgiveness, and receive the healing blood of Christ. For others, I can pray, encourage them in their faith walk, doing my best to forgive them, too.

8a) To know and realize that God has me here in this moment at this time for a purpose and to figure out what that is for Him. And, to give Him all the credit in and for my life.

b) Both Esther and Mordecai faced the ultimate risks — death. For me, just the loss of friends and offending others, but it’s all worth it in His name.

c) I just pray and try to follow Him, pulling on His strength and not mine for all that He asks of me and all that He wants me to walk through.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 3: Ezra 1:1-4; 6:16-22; 9:1-15; and Esther 4:12-14

Love how God uses everyone for His purposes, always and forever.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 3: Ezra 1:1-4; 6:16-22; 9:1-15; and Esther 4:12-14

See previous lessons for notes: HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE

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Ezekiel 1:28-2:5 and Daniel 2:19-23 from bsf exile and return study www.atozmomm.com

BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 2: Ezekiel 1:28-2:5 and Daniel 2:19-23

March 9, 2026February 7, 2026 by atozmom, posted in BSF Exile & Return: A Time to Build 2025/2026

Summary of Ezekiel 1:28-2:5 and Daniel 2:19-23

Ezekiel 1:28-2:5

He describes God on his throne above the living creatures. He was radiant and appeared like glowing metal and fire. He fell facedown upon seeing the glory of God. God told him to stand so that He could speak to him and told him He was sending him to the Israelites to speak for Him.

Daniel 2:19-23

Daniel prayed to God to interpret the king’s dream. God granted his wish. Daniel then praised God for this.

BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 2: Ezekiel 1:28-2:5 and Daniel 2:19-23

3a) God called Ezekiel, and Ezekiel answered. God told him what to expect and what to say. God prepares us similarly by giving us the information we need to do His bidding.

b) My battle with cancer right now. I have to rely on Him to move the surgeon’s hands and ensure this is cured and taken care of, and rely on Him to provide the financial means to get through this as well.

4) Daniel acknowledges God’s wisdom and power and how He has been the same throughout time. He understands God has a purpose for his life, and it is right where he is standing. God is in control of all things. He knows all things, and He works all things for my good. I trust in Him and His promises.

5) God cares and loves His people. He calls some to care and shepherd His people, and He prepares them for this task. For the rest of us, we are called for His purpose for our lives, and God takes care of us throughout it all.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 2: Ezekiel 1:28-2:5 and Daniel 2:19-23

Great lesson on how God does not leave us floundering. He loves us, guides us, and provides everything we need to do His will for our lives. So, so great!

End Notes BSF Study Questions Exile & Return: A Time to Build Lesson 29, Day 2: Ezekiel 1:28-2:5 and Daniel 2:19-23

See our previous lessons for interpretations HERE and HERE

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 5: Revelation 22:6-21

March 13, 2025March 7, 2025 by atozmom, posted in BSF Revelation: The Hope 2024/2025

Summary of Revelation 22:6-21

John goes to worship the angel who revealed these sights to him. The angel tells him only God should be worshipped. Jesus tells John to let those who do wrong continue to do so, as well as those who do right.

Jesus speaks, telling John he is coming soon and will give each person according to what they have done. Blessed are those who wash their robes/do his commandments. They will have the right to the Tree of Life and to enter the New Jerusalem. Outside are unbelievers and evil-doers. Jesus sent his angels so that John could give his testimony to the churches.

The Spirit and the bride extend an invitation to all to come. John then warns people to not add or take away from this prophecy or face consequences.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 5: Revelation 22:6-21

12) It definitely reminds me that we don’t belong on this side of heaven. I need to constantly be aware of those around me who don’t believe or who I am unsure if they believe and just talk about Jesus more and give him the credit more.

13) The book of Revelation is definitely challenging. It has some dire/eternal consequences in it if you don’t choose Jesus. I am challenged more to evangelize more and just be aware of and think of others more when it comes to salvation.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 5: Revelation 22:6-21

Love this book! I wish pastors would preach more on it, but I think they are afraid to turn others off. Yet, there is so much richness here and so much hope to focus on!

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 5: Revelation 22:6-21

Jesus is speaking when he says that he is coming soon and blessed are those who keep these words.

Quickly here could mean “suddenly” in the original Greek.

This is the second time John worshipped an angel Revelation 19:10 as recorded in Scripture.

Nothing created should ever be worshipped. Only God and Jesus.

Angels worship God, too (Hebrews 1:6)

The warning could either be from the angel or from Jesus.

Basically, if you don’t believe the warnings in the book of Revelation by now, you probably won’t change your ways. You will be evil or good till the End Times.

Jesus reminds us who he is and stresses the urgency of being ready. Jesus makes it clear that he is God by using the same titles that applies to God.

Verses 14 and 15 could be Jesus, John, or an angel speaking.

Following Jesus is evidence that you are his. We do works for Jesus, and it blesses us, too.

We shouldn’t take this literally as people will be outside of New Jerusalem. Unbelievers will be banished to hell. This just means they are outside of heaven forever.

Jesus tells us that the entire book of Revelation is true and is meant for the churches/everyone.

Fun Fact: This is the first reference to the church since the beginning of the book Revelation 2-3.

Jesus uses Messianic titles here:

Root and offspring of David (Isaiah 11:1), Matthew 22:41-46.
Bright and Morning Star (Numbers 24:17), (Revelation 2:28)

Jesus says he created David, but he’s also from David.

Jesus is offering an open invitation to people to come similar to what we see in Isaiah 55:1.

God gives freely. We don’t have to bring Him anything (He needs nothing from us). Other religions require sacrifices. Not here.

An invitation to salvation closes the Bible How magnificent!

Bible scholars are unsure who is speaking at the end — Jesus, an angel, or John. A majority believe this is John speaking.

The message of Revelation can be summed up here: Jesus is coming quickly. We are to be ready!

John asks Jesus to come.

Grace to us all. Paul likes to end his books/letters in this way too. (1 Corinthians 16:23, 2 Corinthians 13:14, 1 Thessalonians 5:28, 2 Thessalonians 3:18). In 2 Thessalonians 3:17-18

The last words of the Old Testament are a curse (Malachi 4:6); here it is grace!

How great is our God!

Revelation opens and closes with blessings!

God’s Holy Spirit is the source of eery word.

Jesus’ 1st coming is central to our lives and his return will be the ultimate climax.

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 4: Revelation 22:17-21

March 12, 2025March 7, 2025 by atozmom, posted in BSF Revelation: The Hope 2024/2025

Summary of Revelation 22:17-21

The Spirit and the bride extend an invitation to all to come. John then warns people to not add or take away from this prophecy or face consequences.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 4: Revelation 22:17-21

9a) The invitation is one to come to Jesus. It is offered by the Spirit and the bride. The gift is free if you come; all it takes is saying “yes” to Jesus!

b) He is definitely making me thirst and seek Him more and more as I gain a greater understanding of what the world will be like at the End Times.

10) So many people try to twist the words of the Bible to meet their needs. We cannot alter God’s Word. Too much is at stake — literally life and death.

11) “Yes, I am coming soon.” John responds by asking Jesus to come quickly, too. We all should want Jesus to come soon. Can you imagine? And then we don’t have to experience a physical death, either.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 4: Revelation 22:17-21

Love the ending of Revelation with the hope and what’s most important — coming to Jesus!

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 4: Revelation 22:17-21

Jesus is offering an open invitation to people to come similar to what we see in Isaiah 55:1.

God gives freely. We don’t have to bring Him anything (He needs nothing from us). Other religions require sacrifices. Not here.

An invitation to salvation closes the Bible How magnificent!

Bible scholars are unsure who is speaking at the end — Jesus, an angel, or John. A majority believe this is John speaking.

The message of Revelation can be summed up here: Jesus is coming quickly. We are to be ready!

John asks Jesus to come.

Grace to us all. Paul likes to end his books/letters in this way too. (1 Corinthians 16:23, 2 Corinthians 13:14, 1 Thessalonians 5:28, 2 Thessalonians 3:18). In 2 Thessalonians 3:17-18

The last words of the Old Testament are a curse (Malachi 4:6); here it is grace!

How great is our God!

Fun Fact: Jesus announces 3 times he is coming soon (Revelation 22:7, 12, 20)

Revelation is a letter from John asking God to pour out his grace on us.

Fun Fact: In the book of Revelation, the word “grace” only appears in the introduction and conclusion.

Grace is throughout this book.

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 3: Revelation 22:12-16

March 11, 2025March 7, 2025 by atozmom, posted in BSF Revelation: The Hope 2024/2025

Summary of Revelation 22:12-16

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 3: Revelation 22:12-16

6a) “Look, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to each person according to what they have done.I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.” Jesus says he is God and he has existed since the beginning and will to the end. He will reward those who are with him, which means they will have eternal life.

b) This world is temporary. Our reward is in heaven after this life. I need to remember that the only kingdom worth fighting for is God’s.

7a) There are the believers and the unbelievers; those who accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior and those who do not. Those who turn from sin and truly repent, and those who choose sin and evil over God and His ways.

b) I belong to Jesus! Because I’ve accepted him as my Lord and Savior into my heart. I am His!

8 ) I will ask Jesus to help me grow closer to him, to do His will over my own, to follow His path for my life, and to accomplish His purposes through me.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 3: Revelation 22:12-16

I love how Jesus is clear here, giving believers hope and warning unbelievers what is to come if they don’t turn to him. So powerful! Words to cling to when we are down and out in the doldrums of life.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 3: Revelation 22:12-16

Jesus reminds us who he is and stresses the urgency of being ready. Jesus makes it clear that he is God by using the same titles that applies to God.

Verses 14 and 15 could be Jesus, John, or an angel speaking.

Following Jesus is evidence that you are his. We do works for Jesus, and it blesses us, too.

We shouldn’t take this literally as people will be outside of New Jerusalem. Unbelievers will be banished to hell. This just means they are outside of heaven forever.

Jesus tells us that the entire book of Revelation is true and is meant for the churches/everyone.

Fun Fact: This is the first reference to the church since the beginning of the book Revelation 2-3.

Jesus uses Messianic titles here:

Root and offspring of David (Isaiah 11:1), Matthew 22:41-46.
Bright and Morning Star (Numbers 24:17), (Revelation 2:28)

Jesus says he created David, but he’s also from David.

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 2: Revelation 22:6-11

March 10, 2025March 7, 2025 by atozmom, posted in BSF Revelation: The Hope 2024/2025

Summary of Revelation 22:6-11

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 2: Revelation 22:6-11

3a) The fact that the words are from God.

b) All Scripture is God-breathed (2 Timothy 3:16-17) to teach us, so we can trust everything we read in God’s Word. It’s important to know that everything is in the Bible and it has a purpose. This is so people don’t think they are just good stories similar to myths. These are teachings to help us lead a Godly life and to bring us to salvation in Jesus.

4) We are to look forward to heaven and to have hope in Jesus when we die. We know that there is more to the world than our present life, and we can continue to do God’s will until we are called to be with Him. Prophecy allows us to trust and obey God and apply God’s truth to how we live our lives.

5a) John fell down to worship at the feet of the angel who had been showing them to me. He could have been feeling overwhelmed, drained from the effort, and worshipful for what he had seen. He could have been overcome in the moment, too.

b) The angel immediately rebuked him and said, “Don’t do that! I am a fellow servant with you and with your fellow prophets and with all who keep the words of this scroll. Worship God!”

c) Good question. The immediacy of it all. The satisfaction and gratification of it. And, how easy it is rather than resist.

d) God’s Word and prayer help me to recognize and resist all of the world’s temptations. Dwelling on Jesus and the Word helps me to put on my armor and fight another day.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 2: Revelation 22:6-11

It’s interesting to see that even John was confused and worshipped the wrong things. I think this is a great example of how we can get when we are tired, overwhelmed, and weak, both physically and mentally. We can be quick to sin and make poor decisions. This is when we need the Lord’s strength the most.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 29, Day 2: Revelation 22:6-11

Jesus is speaking when he says that he is coming soon and blessed are those who keep these words.

Quickly here could mean “suddenly” in the original Greek.

This is the second time John worshipped an angel Revelation 19:10 as recorded in Scripture.

Nothing created should ever be worshipped. Only God and Jesus.

Angels worship God, too (Hebrews 1:6)

The warning could either be from the angel or from Jesus.

Basically, if you don’t believe the warnings in the book of Revelation by now, you probably won’t change your ways. You will be evil or good till the End Times.

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BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 29, Day 5: Review & Reflect on Jesus’s Death and Resurrection

March 21, 2024March 16, 2024 by atozmom, posted in BSF John's Gospel: The Truth 2023/2024

BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 29, Day 5: Review & Reflect on Jesus’s Death and Resurrection

11) Jesus’ steadfast acceptance of his duty and his determination to see it through to the end. He is calm and collected throughout the entire ordeal — his “trials,” torture, and death. It’s incredibly hard to grasp it all, but it deepens my love for Christ and the sacrifices he made for me.

12a) Jesus was the final sacrifice for our sins. His resurrection proves his victory over sin since death is the consequence of sin. His victory over the power of sin, and his victory over the consequences of sin. If Jesus had not risen from the dead, we would still be held captive to sin (1 Corinthians 15:17)

b) It has given me greater insight into the super importance of the resurrection and how it means I am free from sin. Jesus went through a lot to save all of us, and for that I’m eternally grateful.

c) It gives me hope in the days when I have little. It gives me peace when those around me die that I will one day be with them and see them again.

13) The care that Nicodemus and Joseph took with Jesus’ body. It was worshipping him in such a special and beautiful way.

14) No matter our sins, Jesus forgives us. There truly is no more powerful message in the Bible. With Jesus, there’s a way. When you declare your faith in Jesus, it gives hope to others.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 29, Day 5: Review & Reflect on Jesus’s Death and Resurrection

Great lesson on the full meaning of Jesus’ death for us.

End Notes BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 29, Day 5: Review & Reflect on Jesus’s Death and Resurrection

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BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 29, Day 4: Review & Reflect on Jesus’s Love for His Disciples

March 20, 2024March 16, 2024 by atozmom, posted in BSF John's Gospel: The Truth 2023/2024

BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 29, Day 4: Review & Reflect on Jesus’s Love for His Disciples

9a)

John 13:1-17: Jesus washed his disciples feet not only to wash their feet and do something nice for them but to also give them an example of how to treat others.

John 14:1-4: Jesus prepares a place for his disciples (and all believers) in heaven. This is an eternal investment.

John 14:15-21: Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit (and to all believers) to help guide them and be with them all the days of their lives. They will feel Jesus’ presence and love every day, too.

John 16:1-5: Jesus reveals what will happen to the disciples in the future (aka persecution and rejection) so that they will be prepared for it.

b) It reveals not only his love for his disciples, but also his love for all people since the disciples were the ones entrusted to spread the Good News to the ends of the earth.

c) He has kept me faithful, able to do each week as it comes. He has grown my Biblical knowledge and my spiritual knowledge. Ultimately, the more time I have spent with Him, the closer I grew.

10a) He loves us infinitely. He prays for our protection, our sanctification through the Word and through him, that we can have his glory and be one with God the Father, have unity, and that everyone will know how much Jesus loves us. It reveals that there is no greater love in all of existence.

b) It encourages me to pray this prayer, to believe this prayer is for me, to believe in Jesus’ love for me, to study his Word, and to remember we have God’s glory within us every day of our lives. It can be hard to remember Jesus’ love for me in the midst of sorrow, so this helps.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 29, Day 4: Review & Reflect on Jesus’s Love for His Disciples

There is no greater power than love, and seeing Jesus’s love for his disciples and me is what we all need.

End Notes BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 29, Day 4: Review & Reflect on Jesus’s Love for His Disciples

Great article on all the ways Jesus loves his disciples HERE