Want to create an interactive transcript for this episode?
Podcast: Sharper Iron from KFUO Radio
Episode: Ezra 6:1-22: Work on the Temple Completed
Description: Due to accurate record keeping in Persian libraries, King Darius of Persia discovers that Cyrus had previously decreed that the temple in Jerusalem be rebuilt. Darius therefore commands that the work be completed without any opposition. Through these pagan rulers and the faithful work of His people, the LORD provided that His temple was finally rebuilt in 516 BC. The dedication of the rebuilt temple was a moment of joy, as was the first Passover celebrated there. Both of these events pointed forward to their fulfillment in Jesus Christ.Rev. Richard Mittwede, pastor at University...