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Nehemiah-13

Repairing the Ruins: A Devotional Study on Nehemiah 13​

Introduction​

Nehemiah 13 depicts a poignant scene of Nehemiah repairing the walls of Jerusalem and rooting out sin within the walls. In this devotional study on Nehemiah 13, we will explore the importance of rebuilding and repairing both the physical and spiritual ruins in our lives.

Section 1: The Wall is Rebuilt (Nehemiah 13:1-3)​

Devotional Thought: Nehemiah repeatedly returned to the walls of Jerusalem and inspected them. He understood that the walls were not simply a physical structure but a symbol of the city's spiritual strength. Take a moment to reflect on the walls in your life. Are there spiritually broken or neglected areas that need rebuilding?

Reflection Questions:

  • What areas of your life have been spiritually neglected or broken down?
  • How can you spiritually rebuild these areas?

Section 2: The Sabbath (Nehemiah 13:15-22)​

Devotional Thought: Nehemiah navigated the challenge of enforcing the Sabbath rest in Jerusalem. He protected the city from those who would disrupt its rest and spiritual integrity. This scene encourages us to defend and adhere to the spiritual principles we hold dear.

Reflection Questions:

  • What spiritual principles are dear to you?
  • How can you defend and uphold these principles in your life?

Section 3: Tobiah and Sanballat (Nehemiah 13:23-27)​

Devotional Thought: Nehemiah did not tolerate the provocative behavior of Tobiah and Sanballat. He rooted out their sin and blessed the Lord's house. We too can rid our lives of tempting influences that lead us astray. Take a moment to identify the influences that lead you astray and ask God to help rid your life of them.

Reflection Questions:

  • What negative influences do you need to root out of your life?
  • How can you bless the Lord's house (your heart) by removing the detrimental forces that lead you astray?

Section 4: Mixed Marriages (Nehemiah 13:28-31)​

Devotional Thought: Nehemiah saw the harm of mixed marriages and stopped them. This scene shows us the importance of protecting our spiritual birthright. Take a moment to evaluate the spiritual influences in your relationships and ask God to help you stay alert and true to His will.

Reflection Questions:

  • What spiritual influences do you need to protect in your relationships?
  • How can you stay alert and true to God's will by guarding your spiritual birthright?

Conclusion:​

As we conclude our devotional journey through Nehemiah 13, let's endeavor to rebuild the spiritual ruins in our lives. Nehemiah's example highlights the importance of spiritually repairing and reconsecrating our lives to God. May we follow in Nehemiah's footsteps, striving to heal and repair any spiritual ruins we encounter.