I. The restoration of the temple’s foundation

A. The desire to do what is right (Ezra 3:1-6)
B. Varying reactions to the work (Ezra 3:10-13)
C. Distractions and discouragements (Ezra 4:4-5, 12, 13)
D. A long process, but finally the temple was rebuilt (Ezra 6:14-16)

II. The restoration of the heart’s foundation

A. The preparation of the teacher (Ezra 7:10)
B. The response of the people (Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6)
C. Continued teaching (Nehemiah 8:8)

III. The restoration of our foundation

A. We must desire to do what is right (Titus 2:11-14)
B. We must overcome distractions and discouragement (Galatians 6:9; 2 Thessalonians 3:13)
C. We must be patient – it can be a long process! (2 Timothy 4:2; 2 Peter 3:9)
D. We must prepare ourselves (Romans 12:1-2)
E. We must respond appropriately to God’s Word (Matthew 7:24-27; John 14:15)
F. We must continue teaching (Matthew 28:18-20; Ephesians 2:19-22)