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Day 272: The Call of Nehemiah (2024)

2024/9/28
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Nehemiah, cupbearer to King Artaxerxes, receives news of Jerusalem's ruined walls and gates. He responds with prayer, fasting, and mourning. Upon the king noticing his sadness, Nehemiah requests and receives permission to rebuild the city, setting off on his mission with letters and armed guards.
  • Nehemiah's exemplary response to bad news involved prayer, fasting, and mourning.
  • Nehemiah's prayer includes acknowledging his and his ancestors' sins and asking God for another chance.
  • Nehemiah's request to rebuild Jerusalem is granted by King Artaxerxes.
  • Nehemiah inspects the walls of Jerusalem under cover of night before announcing the project to the people.

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Fr. Mike introduces the book of Nehemiah and takes us through Nehemiah’s exemplary response to the call of God as he does what God asks simply because he asks. He also encourages us to pray for our enemies and explains the need to refrain from vengeance in our interactions with others, especially when we are provoked by their actions. Today’s readings are Nehemiah 1-2, Zechariah 12-13, and Proverbs 20:20-22.

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