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This was quite a contrast to the former governors who had laid heavy burdens on the people, demanding a daily ration of food and wine, besides a pound of silver. Even their assistants took advantage of the people. But because of my fear of God, I did not act that way. NEHEMIAH 5:15 NLTNehemiah’s example of leadership challenges you to be a blessing, not a burden. His…See More

Eliashib the high priest and other priests started to rebuild at the Sheep Gate. They dedicated it and set up its doors. NEHEMIAH 3:1a NLTRetrace Nehemiah’s counterclockwise tour of Jerusalem’s wall. Pause at the gates and reflect on your relationship to Me.The Sheep Gate pictures your pardon. Untold millions of lambs—led…See More

While Ezra prayed and made this confession, weeping and throwing himself to the ground in front of the Temple of God, a large crowd of people from Israel – men, women, and children – gathered and wept bitterly with him. EZRA 10:1 NLTI am the Awesome God who inspires reverence. The no-gods are limited; I am the…See More

The work on the Temple of God in Jerusalem had stopped, and it remained at a standstilluntil the second year of the reign of King Darius of Persia.EZRA 4:24Sometimes it would be appropriate for you to ask yourself thought-provoking questions—You were running a good race, so what interfered with your progress and detoured you…See More

Here is the list of the Jewish exiles of the provinces who returned from their captivity to Jerusalem and other towns of Judah.They had been deported to Babylon by King Nebuchadnezzar.EZRA 2:1 NLTThe temptation to settle down in captivity was tremendous for those Jews in Babylon. Many of them had accumulated riches in the…See More

 As Hilkiah the high priest was recording the money collected at the Lord’s Templehe found the Book of the Law of the Lord as it had been given through Moses.When the king heard what was written in the law, he tore his clothes in despair.“Go to the Temple; speak to the Lord for me and the remnant of Israel and Judah.Ask him…See More

 “The evil spirit often makes him fall into the fire or into water, trying to kill him. Have mercy on us and help us. Do something if you can.”“What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.”Mark 9:22-23 NLT Do you want to serve Me, yet feel unable to accomplish what I ask of you?I…See More

Put on all of God’s armor so you will be able to stand firm against all strategies and tricks of the Devil.Ephesians 6:11 NLT You are engaged in a battle with evil forces far more powerful than you.This war is not a fantasy – Satan and his demons are very real.The dark side opposes the Light and combats everyone on My…See More

 If you keep still, deliverance and rescue for the Jews will originate from some other quarter,while you and your family shall be destroyed.And who knows but you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?Esther 4:14 NLT I am the Master of moments—My pattern is shown in sovereignty. I sometimes work miracles anonymously. Although My Name is not mentioned in the book of Esther, I am behind the scenes of events, directing the drama. I am the Savior of sinners—My purpose and plan is to save.…See More

O our God, won’t you stop them? We are powerless against this mighty army that is about to attack us.We do not know what to do, but we are looking to you for…See More

 Do you really think you can stand against the kingdom of the Lord led by the descendants of David?Your army is vast indeed, but with you are those gold calves Jeroboam made as your gods.2 Chronicles 13:8 NLT I am the True and Living God—Unmade Maker, Uncreated Creator. I am the Potter; you are the clay. I made you, not the…See More

 When Rehoboam was firmly established and strong, he abandoned the law of the Lord.2 Chronicles 12:1 NLT Rehoboam’s reign mirrors your own life. In him, you see your attitudes and predispositions. How easy it is for you to become intoxicated with your intelligence, take pride in your position, trust in your title,…See More

When the queen of Sheba heard of Solomon’s reputation, she came to Jerusalem to test him with hard questions.2 Chronicles 9:1 NLT Conduct a self-test to see if you have been accepted into kindergarten. Then you can dream of applying for graduate school. Personal faith is the basic test. Until you know Jesus Christ as…See More

When the queen of Sheba heard of Solomon’s reputation, she came to Jerusalem to test him with hard questions.2 Chronicles 9:1 NLT Conduct a self-test to see if you have been accepted into kindergarten. Then you can dream of applying for graduate school. Personal faith is the basic test. Until you know Jesus Christ as…See More