Now that the Israelites had returned to their home, built the Temple, and reconstructed the wall, it was time to get things in order.

Nehemiah returns to Jerusalem to inspect the wall and picks up some enemies.

During the reconstruction of the Temple, the Israelites face adversity but they don't give up. Eventually Darius I reinstitute the command to rebuild the Temple.

The Israelites start rebuilding the Temple, are blocked by enemies but resume the task.

Ezra 2 (and Nehemiah 7) list the families that returned to Jerusalem after Cyrus' decree.

Ahaziah's brief reign plus the cruelty of his mother Athaliah are discussed.

The reign of Jehoram of Judah is discussed.

David was a powerful leader and led his military to great success. Perhaps pride in his army is what leads to him carrying out the illegal census.

Discussing the grand Temple of Solomon along with the differences between the account given in 1 Kings versus 2 Chronicles.

The final bit of information revealed, concerning a census carried out by David, contains 5 points of contention. All 5 supposed "contradictions" are discussed below.

These chapters mostly discuss the success of David. These successes include capturing of the ever-controversial city, Jerusalem, moving the ark, and upholding his promise to Jonathan. Also discussed is the rift that suddenly emerges between David and his first wife, Michal. Finally, we see a semi-messianic prophecy from the prophet Nathan.

This story of creation is one of the most widely known stories of the world. It is staunchly contested by evolutionists and plagued with theories about "the real first woman" Lilith. Are you ready to dive in?