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Day 278: Power in Weakness (2024)

2024/10/4
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Following Ezra's prayer and the people's repentance, the Israelites formalized a covenant with God. The covenant, signed by leaders and community members, outlined their commitment to God's law and their responsibilities, including temple sacrifices, tithes, and offerings. This marked a turning point, rejecting idolatry and embracing their relationship with God.
  • The Israelites signed a covenant, reaffirming their commitment to God and his laws.
  • The covenant outlined specific responsibilities, including temple sacrifices, tithes, first fruits, and offerings of firstborn sons and livestock.
  • This marked a turning point, rejecting past idolatry and embracing a renewed relationship with God.

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Fr. Mike walks us through the signing of the covenant in Nehemiah 10 and relates Israel’s collective decision to belong to God to our personal encounters with God that inspire us to follow him simply because he has called us. He also offers insight on how God used the physical weakness of Esther to move the king’s heart to gentleness. Today’s readings are Nehemiah 10, Esther 15, 6-7, and Proverbs 21:13-16.

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