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1022 Don’t Believe the Lies | Ezra 4:6–5:1 | Pastor Jim Cymbala [The people /rebuilding the temple] faced [a new obstacle]/when the Israelites’ enemies sent [false accusations] /to the king /in an attempt /to stop the work. Their story reminds [us] [that false claims and twisted truths can be used /to discourage us and hinder what God is doing. We must not let [the lies of others or the accusati..

1021 Don’t Be Discouraged | Ezra 4:4–5 | Pastor Jim Cymbala When the Israelites refused [an alliance //that would compromise their commitment to God],their opponents tried [to discourage and intimidate them to stop the work].We, too, can face opposition /when we stand firm in our convictionsand refuse [to compromise our faith].Discouragement has [the power /to damage families, divide churches, a..

1020 Deception in Disguise | Ezra 4:1–3 | Pastor Jim Cymbala As we seek [to do God’s work],we must be careful about the alliances () we form and the compromises () we allow /into our lives.Just as [the Israelites /rebuilding the temple] faced [opposition /disguised as an offer of help],so we can face [temptations //that slowly pull [us] away /from God’s truth].We must remain discerning and guard..