Return from Exile

The Smart Guide to the Bible: Return from Exile takes you on an unforgettable journey through the Old Testament books of Ezra, Nehemiah, Haggai, and Zechariah to show you how our current and future events hinge on the prophetic returns of God's chosen people to their homeland. We are living in exciting times! The reader can discover all God has planned for them as they anticipate His return and ultimate restoration.

Learn about topics such as:

• Current & future events
• The rebuilt temple
• Old Testament prophecies
• Jesus's Second Coming
• The Promised Land
• The rebuilt Jerusalem Wall

The Smart Guide to the Bible is a series of simplified commentaries designed to uncomplicate God’' word for everyday Bible readers. Every page contains handy features or learning aids like these:

• cross-references to other Scriptures
• brief commentaries from experts
• points to ponder
• the big picture of how passages fit with the entire Bible
• practical tips for applying biblical truths to life
• simple definitions of key words and concepts
• interesting maps, charts, and illustrations
• wrap-ups of each biblical passage
• study questions

Whether you're new to the Bible, a long-time student of Scripture, or somewhere in between, you'll appreciate the many ways The Smart Guide to the Bible: Return from Exile goes far beyond your typical Bible study tool. The practical, relevant helps on each page lead you to get the most out of God's word.

Lawrence O. Richards has written over 200 Christian books, including commentaries on every book of the Bible and Zondervan bestselling Adventure Bible and Teen Study Bible, which he did with his wife, Sue.