by gatzntmy | Sep 20, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Nehemiah 5, in which there was a great protest from the people because of the manmade poverty and famine they were facing. Today I considered that local taxes should not be so high that they harm people’s ability to live. Complaint Heard and Addressed...
by gatzntmy | Sep 19, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Nehemiah 4, where they had a continuous defense against a conspiracy to stop their building of the walls. Today I considered that people can get angry at your progress and try to stop you from making it, but you must keep up your guard and complete the...
by gatzntmy | Sep 18, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Nehemiah 3; after Nehemiah’s statement about God prospering them, Jerusalem’s rebuilding began. Today I considered that it takes the community to make a town safe. Community Building The building was maybe inspired with Nehemiah’s faith, followed by...
by gatzntmy | Sep 17, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Nehemiah 2, where Nehemiah’s sadness was noticed and addressed by Artaxerxes to the benefit of Jerusalem and the people. Today I considered how God places his people in key places to make a difference, sometimes in dangerous positions next to those in...
by gatzntmy | Sep 16, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Nehemiah 1, in which Nehemiah prays for Israel after hearing about their situation in Jerusalem. Today I considered that we need sincere people praying. Sincere Prayer Nehemiah learns about the Jews, is upset, and sincerely prays (Nehemiah 1:1-11)....
by gatzntmy | Sep 13, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 2 Samuel 24, in which David ordered a census of Israel and Judah, had to choose his punishment, and built an altar to sacrifice to the Lord. Today I considered that leaders take actions and sometimes their followers are the ones that face the consequences...
