In the book of Ezra, we read about the Jewish people returning to their land to rebuild the Temple of God.  In this undertaking, Zerubbabel and his work crew faced constant delays and discouragements.  How easy it would have been to simply give up!  Yet, they were sure that God wanted the temple to be rebuilt and this assurance gave them confidence.  In Ezra 6:15, our attention is focused upon a momentous occasion.  Only those who were there and who had worked so hard could fully appreciate the announcement.  The Bible says, "Now the temple was finished . . . in the sixth year of the reign of King Darius."

 

All their work, their dreams, and their hopes were finally realized.  The temple had been completed.  We too have a dream of building a place to worship God and to spiritually educate our children.  We look forward to the day when the building will be completed and dedicated to God's service.