Nehemiah 13:11
Nehemiah 13:11 in Multiple Translations
So I rebuked the officials and asked, “Why has the house of God been neglected?” Then I gathered the Levites and singers together and stationed them at their posts,
Then contended I with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I gathered them together, and set them in their place.
Then contended I with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I gathered them together, and set them in their place.
Then I made protests to the chiefs, and said, Why has the house of God been given up? And I got them together and put them in their places.
I went and confronted the leaders, asking, “Why is God's Temple being neglected?” I called the Levites back and made sure they were carrying out their responsibilities.
Then reproued I the rulers and sayd, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I assembled them, and set them in their place.
And I strive with the prefects, and say, 'Wherefore hath the house of God been forsaken?' and I gather them, and set them on their station;
Then I contended with the rulers, and said, “Why is God’s house forsaken?” I gathered them together, and set them in their place.
Then I contended with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? and I assembled them, and set them in their place.
And I pleaded the matter against the magistrates, and said: Why have we forsaken the house of God? And I gathered them together, and I made them to stand in their places.
So I rebuked the officials, saying to them, “◄Why have you not taken care of the work in the temple?/It is disgraceful that you have not taken care of the work in the temple.►” [RHQ] So I brought the descendants of Levi and the musicians back to the temple, and told them to do their work there again.
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Nehemiah 13:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וָ/אָרִ֨יבָ/ה֙
אֶת
הַ/סְּגָנִ֔ים
וָ/אֹ֣מְרָ֔/ה
מַדּ֖וּעַ
נֶעֱזַ֣ב
בֵּית
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֑ים
וָֽ/אֶ֨קְבְּצֵ֔/ם
וָֽ/אַעֲמִדֵ֖/ם
עַל
עָמְדָֽ/ם
וָ/אָרִ֨יבָ/ה֙
rîyb
H7378
to contend
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep
הַ/סְּגָנִ֔ים
çâgân
H5461
ruler
Art | N-mp
וָ/אֹ֣מְרָ֔/ה
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
מַדּ֖וּעַ
maddûwaʻ
H4069
why?
Part
נֶעֱזַ֣ב
ʻâzab
H5800
Forsaken
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
בֵּית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֑ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
Art | N-mp
וָֽ/אֶ֨קְבְּצֵ֔/ם
qâbats
H6908
to gather
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
וָֽ/אַעֲמִדֵ֖/ם
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
עָמְדָֽ/ם
ʻômed
H5977
post
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Nehemiah 13:11
וָ/אָרִ֨יבָ/ה֙
rîyb
H7378
"to contend"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to argue or contend with someone, like in a lawsuit or a heated debate. It is used in various forms, such as physically fighting or verbally complaining. This concept appears in books like Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: 1) to strive, contend 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to strive 1a1a) physically 1a1b) with words 1a2) to conduct a case or suit (legal), sue 1a3) to make complaint 1a4) to quarrel 1b) (Hiphil) to contend against
Usage: Occurs in 59 OT verses. KJV: adversary, chide, complain, contend, debate, [idiom] ever, [idiom] lay wait, plead, rebuke, strive, [idiom] thoroughly. See also: Genesis 26:20; Job 40:2; Psalms 35:1.
אֶת
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
הַ/סְּגָנִ֔ים
çâgân
H5461
"ruler"
Art | N-mp
A ruler is a person with authority and power, like a prince or governor. In the Bible, this word is used to describe leaders in Assyria and Babylon, who had control over provinces and people.
Definition: 1) ruler, prefect, governor, a subordinate ruler 1a) prefects (of Assyria and Babylon) 1b) petty rulers or officials Aramaic equivalent: se.gan (סְגַן "prefect" H5460)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: prince, ruler. See also: Ezra 9:2; Nehemiah 13:11; Isaiah 41:25.
וָ/אֹ֣מְרָ֔/ה
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
מַדּ֖וּעַ
maddûwaʻ
H4069
"why?"
Part
This Hebrew word is used to ask questions like why or how, seeking to understand the reason behind something. It appears in various forms in the Bible, often in contexts of inquiry or curiosity.
Definition: why?, on what account?, wherefore?
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: how, wherefore, why. See also: Genesis 26:27; 2 Kings 8:12; Isaiah 5:4.
נֶעֱזַ֣ב
ʻâzab
H5800
"Forsaken"
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
Forsaken means to loosen or relinquish something, often implying abandonment. In the Bible, the word appears in Psalm 22:1, where David cries out to God, saying my God, why have you forsaken me. The term signifies a sense of desperation and isolation.
Definition: This name means to restore, repair Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 206 OT verses. KJV: commit self, fail, forsake, fortify, help, leave (destitute, off), refuse, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:24; Nehemiah 5:10; Psalms 9:11.
בֵּית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֑ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
וָֽ/אֶ֨קְבְּצֵ֔/ם
qâbats
H6908
"to gather"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
To gather or collect people or things, like when the Israelites assembled in the book of Numbers. It's about bringing things or people together in one place.
Definition: 1) to gather, assemble 1a) (Qal) to gather, collect, assemble 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to assemble, gather 1b2) to be gathered 1c) (Piel) to gather, gather together, take away 1d) (Pual) to be gathered together 1e) (Hithpael) to gather together, be gathered together
Usage: Occurs in 121 OT verses. KJV: assemble (selves), gather (bring) (together, selves together, up), heap, resort, [idiom] surely, take up. See also: Genesis 41:35; Proverbs 28:8; Psalms 41:7.
וָֽ/אַעֲמִדֵ֖/ם
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
עָמְדָֽ/ם
ʻômed
H5977
"post"
N-ms | Suff
Refers to a standing place, like in 1 Kings 17:1 where Elijah stands before King Ahab.
Definition: standing place
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: place, ([phrase] where) stood, upright. See also: 2 Chronicles 30:16; Nehemiah 8:7; Nehemiah 13:11.
Study Notes — Nehemiah 13:11
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- Context
- Cross References
- Nehemiah 13:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 13:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 13:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 13:11
- Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 13:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
- Sermons on Nehemiah 13:11
Context — Tithes Restored
9Then I ordered that the rooms be purified, and I had the articles of the house of God restored to them, along with the grain offerings and frankincense.
10I also learned that because the portions for the Levites had not been given to them, all the Levites and singers responsible for performing the service had gone back to their own fields.
11So I rebuked the officials and asked, “Why has the house of God been neglected?” Then I gathered the Levites and singers together and stationed them at their posts,
12and all Judah brought a tenth of the grain, new wine, and oil into the storerooms. 13I appointed as treasurers over the storerooms Shelemiah the priest, Zadok the scribe, and Pedaiah of the Levites, with Hanan son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah, to assist them, because they were considered trustworthy. They were responsible for distributing the supplies to their fellow Levites.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Nehemiah 10:39 | For the Israelites and the Levites are to bring the contributions of grain, new wine, and oil to the storerooms where the articles of the sanctuary are kept and where the ministering priests, the gatekeepers, and the singers stay. Thus we will not neglect the house of our God.” |
| 2 | Nehemiah 13:17 | Then I rebuked the nobles of Judah and asked, “What is this evil you are doing—profaning the Sabbath day? |
| 3 | Nehemiah 13:25 | I rebuked them and called down curses on them. I beat some of these men and pulled out their hair. Then I made them take an oath before God and said, “You must not give your daughters in marriage to their sons or take their daughters as wives for your sons or for yourselves! |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 2:17 | Thus the sin of these young men was severe in the sight of the LORD, for they were treating the LORD’s offering with contempt. |
| 5 | Proverbs 28:4 | Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law resist them. |
| 6 | Nehemiah 5:6–13 | When I heard their outcry and these complaints, I became extremely angry, and after serious thought I rebuked the nobles and officials, saying, “You are exacting usury from your own brothers!” So I called a large assembly against them and said, “We have done our best to buy back our Jewish brothers who were sold to foreigners, but now you are selling your own brothers, that they may be sold back to us!” But they remained silent, for they could find nothing to say. So I continued, “What you are doing is not right. Shouldn’t you walk in the fear of our God to avoid the reproach of our foreign enemies? I, as well as my brothers and my servants, have been lending the people money and grain. Please, let us stop this usury. Please restore to them immediately their fields, vineyards, olive groves, and houses, along with the percentage of the money, grain, new wine, and oil that you have been assessing them.” “We will restore it,” they replied, “and will require nothing more from them. We will do as you say.” So I summoned the priests and required of the nobles and officials an oath that they would do what they had promised. I also shook out the folds of my robe and said, “May God likewise shake out of His house and possession every man who does not keep this promise. May such a man be shaken out and have nothing!” The whole assembly said, “Amen,” and they praised the LORD. And the people did as they had promised. |
| 7 | Malachi 3:8–11 | Will a man rob God? Yet you are robbing Me! But you ask, ‘How do we rob You?’ In tithes and offerings. You are cursed with a curse, yet you—the whole nation—are still robbing Me. Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure. I will rebuke the devourer for you, so that it will not destroy the fruits of your land, and the vine in your field will not fail to produce fruit,” says the LORD of Hosts. |
| 8 | Job 31:34 | because I greatly feared the crowds and the contempt of the clans terrified me, so that I kept silent and would not go outside— |
Nehemiah 13:11 Summary
[Nehemiah 13:11 teaches us that it's essential to take care of the things of God and to support those who serve Him. When the leaders neglected the house of God, Nehemiah stepped in to correct the situation and make sure the Levites and singers could do their jobs. This reminds us of the importance of prioritizing our relationship with God and supporting those who serve Him, as seen in Deuteronomy 12:10-11 and Matthew 25:40. By following Nehemiah's example, we can ensure that our own 'house of God' is not neglected and that we are fulfilling our responsibilities to Him.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Nehemiah rebuke the officials in Nehemiah 13:11?
Nehemiah rebuked the officials because they had neglected the house of God, as stated in Nehemiah 13:11, which was a result of the Levites not receiving their portions, as seen in Nehemiah 13:10, and this neglect is also warned against in Malachi 3:10.
Who were the Levites and singers that Nehemiah gathered together?
The Levites and singers were the ones responsible for performing the service in the house of God, as mentioned in Nehemiah 13:10, and their roles are also described in Numbers 3:6-10 and 1 Chronicles 6:31-48.
What was the result of Nehemiah's actions in Nehemiah 13:11?
As a result of Nehemiah's actions, the Levites and singers returned to their posts, and the people of Judah began to bring in their tithes again, as seen in Nehemiah 13:12, which is in line with the principles of giving found in Deuteronomy 14:22-29 and Malachi 3:8-12.
What can we learn from Nehemiah's example in Nehemiah 13:11?
We can learn the importance of leadership and taking responsibility for the things of God, as Nehemiah did, and also the need to prioritize the care and support of those who serve in ministry, as taught in Galatians 6:6 and 1 Timothy 5:17-18.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can ensure that my own 'house of God' is not neglected, and that I am prioritizing my relationship with Him?
- How can I, like Nehemiah, take a stand against neglect and wrongdoing in my own community, and what role can I play in bringing about positive change?
- What are some ways that I can support and care for those who are serving in ministry, and how can I be a blessing to them?
- What can I learn from Nehemiah's example of leadership and responsibility, and how can I apply those principles in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 13:11
Then I contended with the rulers;.... The ecclesiastical rulers, the priests that were appointed over those chambers, Ne 12:44, he expostulated with them warmly, and chode them severely for their
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 13:11
Then contended I with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I gathered them together, and set them in their place. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
I sharply reproved those priests to whom the management of these things was committed, for neglect of their duty, and breach of their late solemn promise. Why is the house of God forsaken? you have not only injured men in withholding their dues, but you have occasioned the neglect of God’ s house and service. I gathered them together to Jerusalem, from their several country possessions, in which they were dispersed. Set them in their place; restored them to the exercise of their office.
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
Nehemiah 13:11 Then contended I with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I gathered them together, and set them in their place.Ver. 11. Then contended I with the rulers] Who had let loose the golden reins of authority, and, by a passive ministry at least, suffered this sacrilege, whilst they bare the sword in vain, if they were not chief actors in it; as Luther complaineth of the rulers of his time, Nisi superesset spolium Aegypti quod rapuimus Papae, &c., If we had not some of the spoils of Egypt, pulled from the pope, all we ministers of the gospel might be famished; and this little that is left us is violently taken from us by the civil magistrate. Parishes and schools are polled and spoiled by them, as if they meant to starve us all. Thus Luther, and more to this purpose. Why is the house of God forsaken?] By your slackness and covetousness, contrary to your covenant? Nehemiah 10:39. And I gathered them together] i.e. The scattered Levites, that God’ s service might be no longer intermitted, and his wrath thereby provoked. Thus Nehemiah, whatever his hand found to do, did it with all his might, Ecclesiastes 8:10; as David danced, Baruch builded, &c., he went throughly about his work.
And set them in their place] Heb. Made them stand in their standing, as if absque stationibus istis non staret mundus, without those standings the world could not stand.
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
(11) Contended I with the rulers.—See their express covenant in Nehemiah 10:39. The rich men had taken advantage of Nehemiah’s absence to indulge their covetousness. And I gathered them together.—The Levites were summoned back from their fields.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
Verse 11. Why is the house of God forsaken?] They had all solemnly promised, Ne 10:39, that they would never forsake the house of their God; but, alas, how soon is this forgotten! Nehemiah used their own words here by way of reproof.
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 13:11
11. contended I] Cf. Nehemiah 13:17-25, Nehemiah 5:7. the rulers] R.V. marg. ‘Or, deputies’. forsaken] Neglected by the Jews and deserted by the Levites. I gathered them together] Nehemiah caused a muster of the Levites. in their place] i.e. in their proper positions. See notes Nehemiah 8:7, Nehemiah 9:3. LXX. ἐπὶστάσειαὐτῶν. Vulg. ‘in stationibus suis.’
Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 13:11
I gathered them together - Nehemiah gathered the Levites from their lands, and reinstated them in their set offices.
Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 13:11
11. The rulers — Whose duty it was to see that the tithes were collected, and the temple service properly sustained.
Sermons on Nehemiah 13:11
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The Neglect of God's House by Hoseah Wu | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of dedicating oneself to God's work. They explain that just as the hand represents work, God's work requires individuals who a |
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Our Daily Homily - Nehemiah by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the significance of Nehemiah's role as a cupbearer, illustrating how God can use humble individuals for great purposes. Nehemiah's heartfelt prayers and tears |
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The Children of Israel and the Children by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of giving and separation to God, drawing parallels between the children of Israel and modern believers. He highlights that true commitment to G |
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The Fourth Commandment by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes the significance of the Fourth Commandment, which calls for the observance of the Sabbath as a day of rest and worship. He explains that this commandment is no |
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On Attending the Church Service by John Wesley | John Wesley addresses the issue of attending church services despite the presence of unholy ministers, emphasizing that the corruption of clergy has been a longstanding issue throu |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Nehemiah) ch.5 & 6 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the example of Nehemiah and how he lived a life of financial integrity and wholehearted devotion to God. Nehemiah's commitment to God's work |
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The Fear of God (04) Fruits of the Fear of God 2 by Don Courville | In this sermon, the speaker begins by sharing a story about seeing a large jackrabbit in the Sahara Desert. He then transitions to discussing the importance of walking in the fear |