In Ezra 7:6 The word of God tells us that Ezra came up from Babylon. He was a teacher well versed in the Law of Moses, which the LORD, the God of Israel, had given. The king had granted him everything he asked, for the hand of the LORD his God was on him

Do an Internet search on the subject of “leadership,” and you will find volumes of information on the characteristics of a leader, different philosophies of leadership, and resources for developing leadership skills.

You might further research time management, money management, and personnel management. But before you take that journey wouldn’t it be valuable to identify one key resource, one central discipline that will maximize whatever further knowledge you gain?

The Word of God tells us in Ezra 7:10 that Ezra had devoted himself to the study and observance of the Law of the Lord, and to teaching its decrees and laws in Israel

There’s no denying Ezra’s leadership role. King Artaxerxes appointed him to head up a contingent of exiled Jews returning to Jerusalem.

The king entrusted Ezra with gold and silver destined for the temple. When Ezra arrived in Jerusalem, he became a powerful influence in reviving the nation’s commitment to God’s Laws.

Ezra was able to do this because of his “study and observance of the Law of the Lord.” He didn’t just know God’s Word, he put it into practice.

Challenge for Today: Lets become doers of the word and not just hearers only.  Let’s find the those opportunities to put legs to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.