Neh 8:1-12. After the reconstruction of the wall, there was now need for the re-instruction of the people. Ezra brings the book, the people hear attentively and hearts are realigned. This speaks to us of our need for the book, for preaching and gathering together in faith. Ah bring the book once more!

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Gathered as One to Hear The Book

Neh 7:1-73. Often we can lose sight of our purpose & identity as Christians. This happened to God’s people, Israel, time and time again. Nehemiah needed to show his generation that they were part of God’s continuing story and plan. This was now their time and chapter to move forward by faith. May we also […]

Our Place in God’s Story

John Chap 7-8-9. The central ceremonies during the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles involved drawing water from the Pool of Siloam and the illumination of the temple. This was the astounding context for Jesus saying “come unto me all who thirst” and “I am the Light of The World”. Through the Holy Spirit, our thirst is […]

Rejoicing at The Feast of Tabernacles

Leviticus 16:3-30. Jesus is described as our High Priest through the book of Hebrews (Heb 4:14). He made a way for us to enter the Heavenly Sanctuary, bringing salvation by grace and an open entrance to God’s Presence always. The duties of the High Priest on Yom Kippur foreshadow the work Jesus finished for us […]

The Day of Atonement

Eph 1:6-7. The reality and experience of grace will often leave us with a sense of awe and wonder. However, it’s very possible that the unguarded believer can lose that sense of wonder. We must often be looking to the word and to the Holy Spirit to be quickened, again and again, being renewed and […]

The Wonder of Grace

Psalm 133:1-3. Listening to sermons or watching services online can be an encouragement, and we thank God for that! But we also realize that it is no substitute for being with the people of God in fellowship. There is a corporate blessing that descends from above that you just can’t get any other way than […]

Dwelling Together in Unity

Neh 6:15-7:3. How foolish it would have been to have completed the walls and hung the gates and yet leave them open and unguarded. Nehemiah knew that to keep the city secure and prevent the enemy from entering, posting guards and watchmen was so important. In the same way, The Bible warns us to guard […]

Guarding The Gate of Your Heart

Neh 6:1-10. The focus of the enemy now falls personally in Nehemiah. They try to distract him through an invitation, discredit him through lies, and deceive him through dishonesty, but Nehemiah was able to say “Oh No” to Ono and stand fast in his calling. May we also discern the enemies plots against us and […]

A Plot to Distract, Discredit & Deceive

Nehemiah 5:14-21. In contrast to the nobles in Jerusalem, and also governors of the past, Nehemiah could say that he had operated in integrity towards God and towards God’s People. What valuable lessons and principles we discover in this passage. If we honour God, He will honour us.

A Testimony of Intergrity

Neh 5:1-13. As well as opposition outside of Jerusalem, Nehemiah also had to deal with conflict within the camp. Inner conflict and strife can hinder blessings in our personal lives and in the church. Making good decisions and making right that which is wrong can often be the key.

Opposition from Within that Hinders a Blessing

Neh 4:15-23. The Building & The Battle are both descriptive of The Christian experience. We must ensure we are active and ready for both. The enemy would love to see us quit, withdraw from the wall, but we must always return with the sword and the trowel in hand! ﻿

The Sword & The Trowel

Neh 3:1-31. Based on the names of the 10 gates of Ancient Jerusalem, we can explore key spiritual truths relating to the Christian life and walk. Many of these “gates” can become broken down in our lives and need to be rebuilt.

The Christian Life outlined by The Gates of Jerusalem

Neh 3:1-31. (Note: Audio-only version is best sound quality). At first glance, Neh 3: just a list of names, but careful attention allows us to find many beautiful lessons, truths, and nuggets in this glorious chapter of scripture. Over 28x we read “and next to him”, showing the all-important principle of unity and ministry together […]

Building Side by Side at The Wall

Neh 2:11-20. Nehemiah shares with his fellow Jews what God had put in his heart and how God’s hand was with them. It was then that they strengthened their hands for the work. May we also, sensing God’s purpose and pleasure, prepare our hearts for the work in our local churches, communities, and beyond.

Strengthening our Hands for this Good Work

Neh 2:1-10. Nehemiah & Ezra are careful to recognize that it was God’s Hand working behind the scenes that causes them to prosper to return and rebuild. May we also be discerning and aware of how God hears our prayers, opens and closes doors, turns hearts, and makes a way for us in his time […]

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