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 read Nehemiah 4, where they had a continuous defense against a conspiracy to stop their building of the walls.

Today I read Nehemiah 3; after Nehemiah’s statement about God prospering them, Jerusalem’s rebuilding began.

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 read Nehemiah 1, in which Nehemiah prays for Israel after hearing about their situation in Jerusalem.

Today I read 2 Samuel 24, in which David ordered a census of Israel and Judah, had to choose his punishment, and . . .