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28 Day Devotional, Day 28:

God’s Plan – Accept It!

The plan was in place and now it was time to communicate it to the required listeners. Would they accept it, reject it, or ignore it? Human behavior is unpredictable at times and this was a watershed moment.

Nehemiah was prepared to inform the “Jews, the priests, the nobles, the officials, and the rest who were to do the work.” Everyone, regardless of their stature, rank, or status, was informed of the plan, and we read that they readily accepted it! Immediately they went to labour each one taking a portion of the wall and reconstructing it. Even family members joined in (Shallum’s daughters)!

Their hearts and minds were one and by God’s grace and power they collectively achieved their goal. This was God’s doing and not like the Tower of Babel’s building project. Consider yourself if you were there – would you readily take part in the task at hand?

Prayer: Lord, let us do the work in your kingdom and Church that needs to be done. Let me do it with all my heart, strength, and ability in order that you be glorified. Let me acknowledge you first and consider my fellow believers before myself. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Nehemiah 2:17-18 KJV
Then said I unto them, Ye see the distress that we are in, how Jerusalem lieth waste, and the gates thereof are burned with fire: come, and let us build up the wall of Jerusalem, that we be no more a reproach.
Then I told them of the hand of my God which was good upon me; as also the king’s words that he had spoken unto me. And they said, Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for this good work.

James 1:22-24 KJV

But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: For he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was. James 1:22‭-‬24 KJV https://bible.com/bible/1/jas.1.22-24.KJV

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28 Day Devotional, Day 27:

Heart To Serve

Employers are looking for certain qualities in their employees. One of these character traits is integrity. Even employees expect this from their bosses! Nehemiah had the responsibility to taste the wine before the king partook of his meal to ensure no poisoning was involved. Great trust was at stake and we find Nehemiah had favor with King Artaxerxes from his duties and responsibilities.

When the king observed Nehemiah’s sad countenance and inquired of this unusual situation, Nehemiah was honest and told the king his heart for his countrymen and homeland. He was praying the whole time! It pleased the king to grant Nehemiah’s petition to leave his post and fulfill his heart’s mission. Nehemiah had proven himself worthy of respect, dignity, and honor, and the result was fulfilling God’s purpose for His kingdom! This is a life skill to have in order for us to be effective employees and witnesses for God.

Prayer: Thank you, Lord, for giving me a redeemed heart to serve you and others. I pray that your Spirit work upon my heart to be pure and honest. In my job may you be glorified and your will be done. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Nehemiah 2:5-6 KJV
And I said unto the king, If it please the king, and if thy servant have found favour in thy sight, that thou wouldest send me unto Judah, unto the city of my fathers’ sepulchres, that I may build it.
And the king said unto me, (the queen also sitting by him,) For how long shall thy journey be? and when wilt thou return? So it pleased the king to send me; and I set him a time.

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28 Day Devotional, Day 26:

Connect With God To Serve

National emergencies require strong leadership. Throughout history we can see leaders rise to the occasion to confront the issues and lead the nation. The nation of Israel needed someone to restore the city of Jerusalem, which was in ruins, and bring spiritual revival.

What kind of man was God looking for? The Word of God tells us Nehemiah had been a man of prayer and fasting. He knew God’s ways, His holiness, His promises, and His judgments. Nehemiah was a patient intercessor for his people. He possessed a servant’s heart as he served the king as a cup-bearer.

He had the faith and confidence that his God was with Him. Nehemiah knew how to connect with his God. His heart, mind, and soul was prepared for the task, and when the time came, he rose to the occasion. With Nehemiah’s example, we can ascertain that our life in Christ will not slip God’s attention and He will call us to service.

Prayer: Great is Your Name, Lord God! You are holy, righteous, and almighty. Grant me the ability to pray, fast, intercede, know your Word, and have a pure heart to serve you. I desire to be a faithful servant in your kingdom ready to do your will. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Nehemiah 1:4 KJV
And it came to pass, when I heard these words, that I sat down and wept, and mourned certain days, and fasted, and prayed before the God of heaven,

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28 Day Devotional, Day 26:

Connect With God To Serve

National emergencies require strong leadership. Throughout history we can see leaders rise to the occasion to confront the issues and lead the nation. The nation of Israel needed someone to restore the city of Jerusalem, which was in ruins, and bring spiritual revival.

What kind of man was God looking for? The Word of God tells us Nehemiah had been a man of prayer and fasting. He knew God’s ways, His holiness, His promises, and His judgments. Nehemiah was a patient intercessor for his people. He possessed a servant’s heart as he served the king as a cup-bearer.

He had the faith and confidence that his God was with Him. Nehemiah knew how to connect with his God. His heart, mind, and soul was prepared for the task, and when the time came, he rose to the occasion. With Nehemiah’s example, we can ascertain that our life in Christ will not slip God’s attention and He will call us to service.

Prayer: Great is Your Name, Lord God! You are holy, righteous, and almighty. Grant me the ability to pray, fast, intercede, know your Word, and have a pure heart to serve you. I desire to be a faithful servant in your kingdom ready to do your will. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.