We love the Bible! We’re just having fun because our Robot loves it too. So, here we are having some fun with Ezra 1:1-11. You will find a poem, a rap, even an idea for a Ezra 1:1-11 TV show!
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Why did King Cyrus of Persia let the Israelites return to Jerusalem?
Because he was a fan of second chances – it was his Persian-alized version of “Let my people go!” from the Book of Exodus.
Title: Rebuilding the Temple
Objective: The objective of the game is to help the Israelites rebuild the temple and complete it.
Gameplay: The game consists of different levels, and each level presents a challenge that the players must complete to help rebuild the temple. The challenges are based on the events mentioned in Ezra 1:1-11.
Level 1: Collecting Resources
In this level, the players must collect resources such as wood, stones, and gold to rebuild the temple. They must avoid obstacles such as rocks and pits, and collect power-ups such as speed boosts and shields.
Level 2: Recruiting Workers
In this level, the players must recruit workers to help rebuild the temple. They must dodge enemies such as Babylonian soldiers and convince the workers to join their cause by answering questions about the Bible.
Level 3: Rebuilding the Foundation
In this level, the players must lay the foundation of the temple. They must place bricks in the right position and avoid obstacles such as falling stones and runaway carts.
Level 4: Building the Walls
In this level, the players must build the walls of the temple. They must move blocks from one side to another, avoiding obstacles such as spikes and lava.
Level 5: Completing the Roof
In this level, the players must complete the roof of the temple. They must use ropes to climb to the top of the temple and repair the damaged roof while dodging obstacles such as bats and birds.
Conclusion: The game ends when the players have completed all levels and successfully rebuilt the temple. The players receive a bonus if they can complete all levels without losing a life, and they are rewarded with a Bible verse that emphasizes the importance of teamwork and determination.
Ezra one, oh one to eleven,
The story of Cyrus, king of heaven,
Who set the captives free,
To rebuild God’s house, happily.
Gold and silver, and the vessels of the Lord,
Were returned to their rightful hoard,
The people rejoiced, singing praises,
For God’s mercy and graciousness.
An inspiring tale of redemption,
Of a nation in need of a resurrection,
Of a king with a heart of compassion,
And a God who loves with no restrictions.
So let us hold on to this story,
Remembering God’s glory,
That no matter how dark it may seem,
His light will always gleam.
Verse 1:
Yo, listen up, let me take you to the past,
Back to the days of Babylonian captivity at last,
The book of Ezra’s where the story begins,
Listen closely now, don’t let it slip from within.
Verse 2:
Nebuchadnezzar was the king of the land,
He led the people of Israel by the hand,
He took them away from their homeland,
And left them to suffer in an unknown land.
Verse 3:
But years went by and a new king arose,
Cyrus was his name, and he was no foe,
He issued a decree, it was no lie,
For the people of Israel to return and comply.
Verse 4:
He called for the return of the temple’s vessels,
The silver and gold, the holy utensils,
He freed the people with a generous heart,
And gave them the hope of a brand new start.
Verse 5:
The people rejoiced, their hearts filled with glee,
They returned to their homeland, their land of the free,
They rebuilt the temple, stone by stone,
And offered sacrifices to God alone.
Verse 6:
Ezra was the priest, his job to guide,
The people to God, in Him to abide,
They celebrated with joy, they danced and sang,
For the Lord had given them everything.
Verse 7:
So let’s remember the story of old,
Of how God’s grace and mercy unfold,
He rescued His people from captivity,
And gave them joy and peace, abundantly.
Outro:
So that’s the story of Ezra, the priest,
His love for God, never ceased,
He led the people with a faithful heart,
And gave them hope of a brand new start.
In a world where empires rise and fall, one man rises to a position of power and changes the destiny of his people forever. Based on the Bible’s Ezra 1:1-11, our show follows the story of Cyrus, the king of Persia, and his decision to release the Jewish exiles from Babylon and allow them to return to their homeland.
As Cyrus navigates political intrigue and challenges from his own court, he must also deal with the religious fervor of the Jewish community and their determination to rebuild the temple of their God. Along the way, we meet a cast of characters including Ezra, the scribe and priest who leads the exiles back to Jerusalem, and Zerubbabel, the governor tasked with overseeing the rebuilding effort.
As the project moves forward, they encounter opposition from their neighbors and must overcome obstacles both physical and spiritual. But as they work together to rebuild the temple and restore their faith, they find a sense of unity and purpose that transcends the boundaries of nation and religion.
Filled with drama, action and heart, our show will explore timeless themes of power, faith and redemption in a world where anything is possible. With stunning visuals and an epic storyline, it’s a must-see for audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Join us as we journey back to ancient times and witness the power of one man’s vision to change the course of history.
Narrator: In the first year of Cyrus, king of Persia, the Lord stirred the heart of Cyrus to proclaim throughout all his kingdom and to put in writing:
(Cyrus enters the stage with his scribe)
Cyrus: Thus says Cyrus, king of Persia: The Lord, the God of heaven, has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, and he has charged me to build him a house at Jerusalem, which is in Judah. Anyone among you of all his people may his God be with him, and let him go up to Jerusalem, which is in Judah, and rebuild the house of the Lord, the God of Israel—he is the God who is in Jerusalem.
Scribe: (writing down the proclamation) Your majesty, what shall we do with the utensils of the Lord’s house that Nebuchadnezzar took away from Jerusalem and placed in the temple of his gods?
Cyrus: Bring them back to Jerusalem and place them in the house of the Lord.
Narrator: Then the heads of the families of Judah and Benjamin, and the priests and the Levites, arose, everyone whose spirit God had stirred to go up to rebuild the house of the Lord that is in Jerusalem. And all who were about them aided them with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, with beasts, and with costly wares, besides all that was willingly offered.
(Enter the exiles who had been released by King Cyrus)
Exile 1: Praise the Lord that Cyrus has given us the opportunity to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the house of God.
Exile 2: Yes, we must work hard and rebuild it quickly.
Narrator: Cyrus had released the exiles from Babylon and had given them everything they needed to rebuild the house of God. So they all returned to Jerusalem and eagerly began the work that the Lord had entrusted to them.
(Exiles exit the stage as the curtain falls)
