Nehemiah: Tears and Celebrations

In today’s episode, we examine one of the most compelling evidences that the Angel of the Lord is the pre-incarnate Christ. Join us as we uncover the mystery of this divine figure who has the authority to forgive sin. 

Pilgrims make their journey up to Jerusalem for the three major festivals. How do they pass the time? How do they encourage one another and prepare for worship? They sing! In today's episode, we explore the Songs of Ascent. 

In this episode, we reflect on the death of Jesus Christ—not just as a historical event, but as the central act of God's redemptive plan. Why did Jesus have to die? What did the crucifixion accomplish? And how should His suffering shape the way we understand God, ourselves, and s ... Show More

We continue the story of Nehemiah and the rebuilding of Jerusalem. Thank you to my mother for suggesting this story! There is a big celebration. The Israelites are confessing their sins and promising to follow the Laws of Moses and of God. They are feasting and singing. But then, ... Show More

Nehemiah 8-9. Upon hearing the Word of the Lord read aloud, the people’s hearts were stirred. They fell on their faces in worship before the Lord. They repented of their sins and renewed their covenant with Yahweh. God’s Word is alive and active and will always accomplish its des ... Show More

Nehemiah 3-4. Nehemiah saw a need, and he stepped out in faith to be a solution. God partners with us, His people, to step out in faith. He places burdens on our hearts for specific people and needs, and He then asks us to step out and trust that He will provide what we need … 

Part 26 of the David Pawson 'Unlocking the Bible' Podcast series In this talk, David Pawson gives more emphasis to the book of Nehemiah – the story of the man of prayer and faith given permission to return to Jerusalem to organize the rebuilding. Despite opposition, he encouraged ... Show More

As we begin to wrap up the Old Testament, Fr. Mike reflects on our reading from Sirach and what we have already learned on this journey through the Bible. He emphasizes that Scripture encourages us to rise again from our sin and return to God, because our God always picks us up a ... Show More

<p><span>As we near the end of our week looking at the good news of grace, today we’re going to explore how repentance enables us to see ourselves as we really are. It’s often easy to downplay our own sins and shortcomings, yet when we see ourselves in light of God’s holiness, th ... Show More