Celebrating 25 years of Thinky Things!

Ezra 8
DON’T COME ALONE

Abraham journeyed to the promised land. So did all Israel as they came out of Egypt with Moses. After the exile, Zerubbabel and then Ezra led the people back into the promised land. And right now, we are on the same journey, not literally walking toward Jerusalem, but seeking first the kingdom of God and his righteousness.

The record of the return of the Jews with Ezra has an inspiring lesson for us as we journey to the promised land. It is found in the genealogy of those who left Babylon to go to Jerusalem. Fifteen people are mentioned by name in Ezra 8 v 1 – 14, and most of them are recorded in a similar way to this: “Of the sons of Zattu, Shecaniah the son of Jahaziel, and with him 300 men.” (Ezra 8 v 5 ESV).

Shecaniah the son of Jahaziel brought 300 men with him. No everyone brought 300 men, but they all brought some. It was the same with Abraham who brought his family and trained men; with the Israelites coming out of Egypt who brought a mixed multitude with them; and same again during the return under Zerubbabel.

Let’s be the same. Let’s not head to the promised land alone, but bring people with us so that God’s kingdom can be filled up.

May we reach out to others with the good news this week.

With love in our Lord,
Robert
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New at Thinky Things:
Exhortation at Cumberland, South Australia, entitled, Pray, Brethren, Pray. Watch it at www.thinkythings.com/talks/

Thinky Days 2025 and Thinky Things 3
The Thinky Days Diary for 2026 is due out in limited numbers in mid-November, which will also be at about the same time as the release date of Thinky Things 3. Take a sneak preview by clicking on the pictures below. You can order yours now to avoid disappointment. Contact Robert at robert@thinkythings.com.

Thinky Things 3
Twenty-five years after Robert began writing Thinky Things, Volume 3 completes a thought for each day based on a Bible reading plan of three daily Bible readings, to read the whole Bible in a year. Robert’s selection of Thinky Things seem deceptively simple, yet are sure to challenge, stimulate, encourage and provoke everyone, from the casual Bible reader through to the more serious Bible student.
While each volume stands alone, collecting all three provides a complete companion to your year-long journey through the Bible.
This third collection of Thinky Things will continue to inspire as Robert draws out valuable and life-changing lessons from the word of God for everyone.
Let God’s word come alive—one reading, one thought, one day at a time.
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A Thinky Thing for each Sunday
Daily Bible readings for each day
An inspirational meditation verse for every day
Significant days and Jewish feast days noted
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Celebrating 25 years of Thinky Things!