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Bro. Philip Russel

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Ezra - Part 13 - Chapter 9

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/06/07

EZRA 9:1-15EZRA’s PRAYER OF CONFESSIONREPORT:HOLY SEED CORRUPTED(1-2): What report did princes give Ezra?What contributed to the spiritual decline among Israelites? What prompted theprinces to come forward? Did the news come as a surprise to Ezra? What does the lawand the new testament exhort about separation?EZRA’S REACTION (3-4): How did Ezra react to the report? How do otherobservers react to Ezra? What is the appropriate first response when we observe sinamong God’s children?EZRA’s PRAYER OF

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Ezra - Part 12 - Chapter 8

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/29

EZRA 8:1-14EZRA’s LEADERSHIP:RETURN | RECRUITMENT | STEWARDSHIPTHE RETURN WITH EZRA (1-14): How many family heads are listed? Howmany returned with Ezra?FASTING & PRAYER, RECRUITMENT OF LEVITES(15-23): Which prominentgroup was missing? How did Ezra solve the problem? Why did they fast & pray?STEWARDSHIP OF PRECIOUS METALS (24-34): How did Ezra demonstratestewardship? Was anything lost or missing?WORSHIP (35-36): How did they worship?

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Ezra - Part 11 - Chapter 7

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/23

EZRA 7:11-28Decree of king Artaxerxes | Ezra’s responseKing’s Decree (11-26): What was the main content of the decree? What was the task givento Ezra? How was the generosity of king expressed? Why was the king generous towards Ezra?Were there any limits? What was the provision regarding taxes? What additional authority wasgiven to Ezra?Ezra’s Response (27-28): How did Ezra respond to the decree and its provisions?

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Ezra - Part 10 - Chapter 7

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/15

EZRA 7:1-10EZRA & HIS MISSIONEZRA's BACKGROUND (1-5): What can we say about the lineage of Ezra? What else do we know about Ezra?GOD's FAVOR ON EZRA (6-9): When did Ezra begin his journey back? What was the secret of Ezra's success? How can we say God's favor was on Ezra?EZRA's 3MISSION (10): What was Ezra's 3-fold mission? Are all believers called to have the same mission as Ezra?

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Ezra - Part 9 - Chapter 6

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/11

EZRA 6Ezra 6 Summary: Restoration Completed Through God’s FavorEzra 6 marks the completion of the temple reconstruction, affirming that when God begins a work, He brings it to completion despite delays, opposition, or limited resources.🔍 Key Events and ThemesSearch for Cyrus’ Decree: At the governor’s request, King Darius orders a search for King Cyrus’ original decree authorizing the temple's rebuilding. Though not found in Babylon, it’s located in Ecbatana, confirming the Jews' claims

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Ezra - Part 8 - Chapter 5

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/11

EZRA 5Ezra 5 Summary: Rebuilding Resumes Under God’s FavorThe chapter begins with the resumption of the temple reconstruction after a 16-year pause. Initially, the work had stopped due to opposition from the Samaritans, fear, discouragement, and misplaced priorities among the Jews. However, prophets Haggai and Zechariah revived the mission through God’s word, stirring the hearts of leaders and people alike.Prophetic EncouragementHaggai’s message called out their distraction—building their own homes

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Ezra - Part 7 - Chapter 5 | Haggai - Chapter 1

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/11

EZRA 5 + HAGGAI 1:2-9TEMPLE REBUILDING WORK RESUMEDWORK RESUMED (1-2): Who was instrumental in inspiring remnant jews to resume the temple building work? Why was the work suspended? How long was the work suspended?PROPHETIC INTERVENTIONEZRA ==> HAGGAIROLE OF PROPHET HAGGAI in REBUILDING (Haggai 1:2-9): What was the word given through prophet Haggai? Why were Jews experiencing material losses & dissatisfaction? How did the remnant respond to Haggai? How did God encourage them? What are some

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Ezra - Part 6 - Chapter 4

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/11

EZRA 4Opposition to God's WorkEzra 4 highlights how God’s work—especially rebuilding the temple—faced organized resistance and significant delay.1. Adversaries Attempt Deception (vv. 1–3)The Samaritans, descendants of those who intermarried with pagan nations (2 Kings 17), offered to help rebuild the temple. Though they claimed to worship the same God, their faith was mixed with idolatry. Zerubbabel and Jeshua wisely rejected their offer, recognizing their intent to corrupt the work.Key Point: Not

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Ezra - Part 5 - Chapter 3

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/11

EZRA 3:7-13Rebuilding the Temple FoundationIn this passage, the people of Israel who returned from exile begin rebuilding the foundation of the temple. This follows the earlier rebuilding of the altar and marks the continuation of God’s work through His people.1. Advancing the Work of the LordThe returnees united under Zerubbabel and Joshua to organize labor and appoint Levites to oversee the temple foundation. The phrase “set forward the work” shows their commitment to restoring what was lost

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Ezra - Part 4 - Chapter 3

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/11

EZRA 3:1-6Main Theme: Rebuilding the Altar – The First Step in True Worship1. The Priority of the AltarThe 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 AltarForgiveness of sins: The

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Ezra - Part 3 - Chapter 2

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/05/11

Ezra : Chapter 2:1-70 First Return of Jews | Names of JewsFIRST RETURN (2:1-70): Why were Jews scattered? How many jews were taken captive? When did the first return occur? What made the return possible? How many jews returned? Who is Zerubbabel? What is admirable about those who returned? Why are names given? Does God give significance to our names?REFLECTION: What

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Ezra - Part 2 - Chapter 1

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/03/15

Ezra : Chapter 1 PROCLAMATION & PREPERATION TO RETURNTHE PROCLAMATION (1-5): How many years were the Israelites in exile? Who issued the proclamation and why? What was the content? Why didn’t everyone respond and return? What was common between king Cyrus and the remnant who returned?THE PREPARATION (6-11): What was the source and nature of collection for the temple

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Ezra - Part 1 - Introduction

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/03/15

INTRODUCTION & OVERVIEWWho was Ezra? What are some of the main themes in this book? What factors contributed to the captivity of Israelites? How many years had passed in exile? Which king offered return from exile? In how many stages did the return occur? Did everyone return? What lessons can we learn?Reflections: What lessons can we learn from introduction & overview?

33:06

Hebrews - Review

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/02/16

Hebrews - Review

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Hebrews - Part 32 - Chapter 13: 18-25

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/02/16

Hebrews Chapter : 13:18-25 GOOD CONSCIENCE | BENEDICTIONPRAYER REQUEST (18-19): What is the prayer request? How can we have a clear conscience? What is the ‘restoration’ referred to?BENEDICTION (20-21): How do enjoy peace of God and peace with God? Why is resurrection important? How is Lord Jesus Christ described? How can we do great things? What must be

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Hebrews - Part 31 - Chapter 13

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/02/01

Hebrews : Chapter 13 Our Worship + Our WorksPRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIFE (1-6): What are some good christian works and qualities identified?LEADERS (7, 17): Why must the leaders be remembered? Why must they be obeyed? What is the responsibility of leaders?CHRISTIAN WORSHIP (8-16): What is the warning against traditions? Where is our altar? Where was Jesus crucified? How can we 'go out and bear his

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Hebrews - Part 30 - Chapter 12:18-29

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/01/25

Hebrews 12:18-29 Mt Sinai Versus Mt Zion | Unshakeable KingdomMt Sinai and Mt Zion (18-24): What is the significance of Mt. Sinai? Why is Mt. Zion better?God Speaks (25): How does God speak? What is the consequence of ignoring God’s voice? The Unshakeable Kingdom (26-28): What was shaken at Mt Sinai? What will be shaken at Mt Zion? What is believer’s inheritance? How must we serve God? Is the Kingdom of

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Hebrews - Part 29 - Chapter 12:4-17

Bethany Bible Study ·

2025/01/25

Hebrews 12: 4-17 Lord’s Discipline | 2 Priorities| BitternessLORD’s DISCIPLINE (4-13) Why does Lord discipline and what should be our response? How should we discipline? Why should make straight the paths?GOD AND MAN (14): What must take priority in our relationship with God and with man? Where must we look?WARNING & EXHORTATIONS (15-17): What causes bitterness? What is the outcome? How can we uproot

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Hebrews - Part 27 - Chapter 12:1-4

Bethany Bible Study ·

2024/12/25

Hebrews Chapter 12:1-4 Jesus: Author & Finisher of FaithWHEREFORE (1): How does verse 1 connect with chapter 11?SPIRITUAL JOURNEY (1): What metaphor is used to describe our spiritual journey? What lessons can we learn and apply to our journey?RUNNING BY LOOKING (2-4): Who must we focus on? Why not

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Hebrews - Part 26 - Chapter 11:32 (Jephthah)

Bethany Bible Study ·

2024/12/07

Hebrews Chapter 11:32 Faith of Judges: JephthahJEPHTHAH's BEGINNING: What was the environment during his time?Who were his parents? How is Jephthah described? Why did he leave his father's house? What did he do when he was away?JEPHTHAH'S RETURN & BATTLE: Why is Jephthah asked to return and what offer is given to attract him? How did Jephthah go about his battle plan? What is

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