Daily Readings

What steps did the people take to ensure that the priests, Levites, singers and gatekeepers are cared for?

Pray for Christians in the Middle East, who face increasing threats to their faith, their safety and their very existence.

How did the people celebrate the dedication of the Jerusalem wall? What specific actions did the priests, Levites and singers take?

Continue to pray for the camp committee as they make the final preparations. Pray for Rev Dr David Wong (camp speaker) and Pr Glenn Tan (youth speaker).

What did the two separate lists of priests and Levites (vv1-7− returning earlier with Zerubbabel in 538 BC and vv8-21− returning during Nehemiah’s governorship) have in common? What does that say about God’s faithfulness and human loyalty across two generations?

Ask God to help us respond to Him not only with words but also with deeds. Pray that Christian people may show genuine love and care to those around them so that Christ’s gospel will continue to transform societies.

What does the list of residents (vv3-24) say about the administrative abilities of Nehemiah?

Pray for the continual faithful preaching of God’s word and for open hearts as we prepare ourselves for the Lord’s Day tomorrow.

Why do you think the people were so reluctant to settle in Jerusalem? Why did Nehemiah and the other leaders deem it necessary to re-populate the \”holy city\”?

Pray for a good turnout for the movie outreach tomorrow evening, especially for the fathers who have been invited. Pray that God’s word will convict.

What had neglecting God’s house taught them in the past (13:11; Hag 1:4-11)?

Pray for the Sunday School team going up tomorrow evening to Joyful Grace Presbyterian Church, Pontian, for the evangelistic day-camp on Saturday. Pray also for the 120 campers as the word is being proclaimed amongst them.