King James Bible Study Daily Devotional

Message Title: Save Some Lives
Date: Friday June 10, 2011
Chapters: Nehemiah 11-12
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Details of Today's Chapters: An account of those who dwelt in Jerusalem and the cities, the priests and Levites who went to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel, and the dedication of the walls.

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“Now therefore fear the LORD, and serve him in sincerity and in truth: and put away the gods which your fathers served on the other side of the flood, and in Egypt; and serve ye the LORD. And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” - Joshua 24:14,15.

God does not force anyone to serve Him, in fact, we are even free to serve any man made god we make up. However, who we serve greatly determines how we leave this world. It's not always easy serving the Almighty God, but if we serve Him with a sincere heart there is nothing He will not do for us here on earth above heaven.

When Nehemiah left Babylon he was determined to bring the presence of God back to Jerusalem, Ezra and his crew already restored the Temple, now, Nehemiah's crew set out to build that walls, and after much opposition they were complete. For the first time in nearly a hundred years the Book of the Law was read, the passover was observed, and everyone there promised to serve God only. However, very few of them actually lived within the walls, most of them lived in suburbs where they could grow crops, pasture their animals, and make a living more easily. Because of this, there were not enough people living in Jerusalem to maintain and protect it. The rulers give an account for all the people remaining in Jerusalem.

“And the rulers of the people dwelt at Jerusalem: the rest of the people also cast lots, to bring one of ten to dwell in Jerusalem the holy city, and nine parts to dwell in other cities. And the people blessed all the men, that willingly offered themselves to dwell at Jerusalem. Now these are the chief of the province that dwelt in Jerusalem: but in the cities of Judah dwelt every one in his possession in their cities, to wit, Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the Nethinims, and the children of Solomon's servants.” - Nehemiah 11:1-3.

Jerusalem is the only city on earth called by God the holy city and where our Creator chose to put His Name. Only one in ten people chose to forsake their comfortable living to go into Jerusalem to rebuild the city. There are many uncomfortable situations and trials that come our way serving God, but we must realize that every hurdle we jump over is one more closer to the finish line which leads to the Kingdom of God. “ Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” -Matthew 6:31-33.

Nehemiah went to the people and convinced many to return to putting serving God first in their lives. It was a revival, the Levites and other people returned to God with great joy and forsook their own personal needs to rebuild the city.

“Now these are the priests and the Levites that went up with Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,.. And at the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem they sought the Levites out of all their places, to bring them to Jerusalem, to keep the dedication with gladness, both with thanksgivings, and with singing, with cymbals, psalteries, and with harps...Then I brought up the princes of Judah upon the wall, and appointed two great companies of them that gave thanks, whereof one went on the right hand upon the wall toward the dung gate:” - Nehemiah 12:1,27,31.

It can be easy to get so sidetracked when the pressures of life come knocking at the door, and sadly, it is during times like these when most walk away from God. When we get to that point we must step back and seek a personal spiritual revival. It's amazing what praising can do when we worship the one true God. “Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God.” - I Corinthians 4:5.

Just as God called His people out of Babylon to forsake personal gain, rebuild Jerusalem, and be free to worship Him and only Him, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ has called us to rebuild our nations. “And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” - Matthew 28:18-20.

It is time to go to God and ask Him what jobs need to be done, He has given you so many blessings, thank Him for them by helping Him out a little bit. There are so many people lost and in need to know the Savior, tell them about Him, you do not have to know the Bible, just know Jesus and tell them how you came to know Him. “And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people. But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd. Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few; Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.” - Matthew 9:35-38. There is a lot of work to be done, the harvest is plenty, but few a willing to bring in the crops, be a part of the few, do some work for God, and help save some lives.

God Bless You, I am praying for you,
Christina

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