Month: August 2023

Nehemiah – Work, For I Am With You

Nehemiah 3:1-32 At some appointed time, those who had responded to Nehemiah’s call gathered before him, ready to go to work. According to his plan, assignments were issued – who would build/repair what section of the wall. One by one, the leaders of each team received their assignments, assembled...

Nehemiah – Of Whom Shall I Be Afraid?

Nehemiah 2:10, 19, 20 About 500 years before Nehemiah’s writing, King David (1055-1015 BC) faced a number of enemies, both personally and nationally. In the midst of their attacks, he turned to God for help and guidance. His trust in the Lord gave him confidence to stand fast, “The...

Nehemiah – Inspect, Inform, Inspire

Nehemiah 2:11–18 With the support of the king and the burning desire in his heart to rebuild the wall, Nehemiah completed the grueling journey from Persia to Jerusalem (about 800 miles). Understandably, he and his companions just rested for three days (vs. 11); no doubt thinking through the task...

An Interlude in Nehemiah – Thinking About Two Walls

(This piece could have taken place in a “rest area” somewhere between Persia and Judah on the long journey toward Jerusalem). Prior to our mystical arrival with Nehemiah in Jerusalem, we pause to consider the upcoming events and some applicable meaning for us here and now. To be sure,...