A curated series inside Pod Pastor Mike.
Sep 14, 2026 12:00 PM America/New_York
Drawing from Ezra 8 through 10, this episode explores how God's sovereignty is evident throughout the narrative of the returning exiles as they face spiritual complacency, moral compromise, and the need for genuine repentance. The episode traces the threa
Sep 7, 2026 12:00 PM America/New_York
This episode examines Ezra chapter 7 as a model for Christian spiritual maturity and leadership. Through the life of Ezra, a priest and scribe of distinguished priestly lineage tracing back to Aaron, the sermon explores how God's sovereign hand works behi
Jun 16, 2026 7:00 AM America/New_York
This episode explores the completion of the temple rebuilding in Jerusalem as recorded in Ezra 6, demonstrating how God's faithfulness brings His promises and prophecies to fulfillment. The message emphasizes that despite opposition and delays, God orches
Jun 8, 2026 9:00 AM America/New_York
This episode explores Ezra 6:1-12, demonstrating how God's sovereignty operates through worldly authorities to fulfill His promises. The message centers on how King Darius of Persia supported the rebuilding of Jerusalem's temple, illustrating that God wor
Jun 1, 2026 3:00 PM America/New_York
The rubble lay scattered across the construction site. For sixteen long years, the stones that were meant to rebuild God's temple had gathered dust while the people focused on their own homes, their own comfort, their own security. Sound familiar? We live
May 26, 2026 12:00 PM America/New_York
This episode explores the theme of God's perfect timing through the lens of Ezra 5:1-5, examining how God works behind the scenes even when He appears silent. The message emphasizes that what we perceive as delays or failures are actually God orchestratin
May 19, 2026 2:00 PM America/New_York
The returning exiles faced intense opposition when rebuilding Jerusalem. Through lies, accusations, and political maneuvering, their enemies managed to stop the work for 16 years. Yet this episode reminds us that Satan's primary weapon is deception, our b
May 12, 2026 11:00 AM America/New_York
This episode examines Ezra 4:1-16, focusing on the opposition faced by the returning Jewish exiles as they attempted to rebuild the temple and altar in Jerusalem. The message draws parallels between the ancient Israelites' struggles and modern Christian c
May 4, 2026 4:00 PM America/New_York
This episode explores Ezra chapter 3, focusing on the Israelites' return from Babylonian exile and their efforts to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem. The pastor emphasizes the critical importance of laying a proper spiritual foundation in the Christian lif
Apr 27, 2026 11:00 AM America/New_York
This episode explores Ezra chapter 2, examining the detailed genealogical lists of those returning from Babylonian exile as evidence of God's faithfulness in keeping His promises. Though often overlooked as tedious reading, these 70 verses reveal profound
Apr 21, 2026 2:00 PM America/New_York
This episode explores Ezra chapter 1, examining how God orchestrates history to fulfill His promises to His people. Through the decree of King Cyrus allowing exiled Israelites to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple, we witness God's sovereignty ove