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The People and the Law of God
In the Old Testament book of Nehemiah, Ezra stands before the people and reads to them “from the book of the law of God” (Nehemiah 8:18). Consider some incredible details…
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Spiritual Obstacles
An obstacle is something that “blocks one’s way or prevents or hinders progress.” In our lives, we encounter all sorts of obstacles. We understand that when something stands in our…
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Beginnings Require Change
Beginnings involve change. Whether we begin a new job, a new relationship, or a new phase of life completely, change always plays a part. Spiritual beginnings are no different, and…
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The True Nature of Enemies
In Nehemiah 6, the reconstruction of the wall around Jerusalem is finally completed. Nehemiah and the workers have been constantly plagued by enemies who tried anything they could think of…
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Make a Choice
As Jesus concludes His “Sermon on the Mount,” He leaves the crowd with a clear call to action. Beginning in Matthew 7:24, He says, “Therefore everyone who hears these words…
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Overflowing With Hope
Biblical hope is one of the greatest blessings of being a Christian. It is the confident expectation that every promise God has made is true. It is what sustains our…
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What Wall Are We Building?
In the book of Nehemiah, the wall surrounding the city of Jerusalem is rebuilt. As Nehemiah leads the people in the reconstruction effort, enemies repeatedly mock and threaten them. The…
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Gifts Not Under the Tree
During this wonderful time of year, many of us will spend hours, weeks, or even months planning and finding the perfect gift for a loved one. We will then find…
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Nehemiah’s Prayer
We can learn much by studying the prayers of the faithful, recorded in God’s word. For example, in Nehemiah 2, when confronted by King Artaxerxes about his “sad” appearance, Nehemiah…
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Overcoming Fear
In the book of Ezra, we read as God’s people return to Jerusalem, rebuild the temple, and resume their worship of God. While it is an account filled with hope…