Nehemiah 8:13-10:39
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Today in Nehemiah chapter 9 we read the wonderful prayer of the Levites! This prayer is a fantastic overview of God's grace and discipline to the Israelites.
Today in Nehemiah chapter 10 we read the vows of the people, including these in verses 30 & 31: "We promise not to let our daughters marry the pagan people of the land, nor to let our sons marry their daughters. We further promise that if the people of the land should bring any merchandise or grain to be sold on the Sabbath or on any other holy day, we will refuse to buy it. And we promise not to do any work every seventh year and to cancel the debts owed to us by other Jews." Related to the concept of the Sabbath in our modern world today, I recently came across a nice review of Bruce Ray's book titled "Celebrating the Sabbath: Finding Rest in a Restless World." Has anyone read this book? Reviews? Anyone have any other good books about the Sabbath you can recommend in the Comments section below? Thanks. How are you doing with taking a Sabbath?
Worship God: Today's readings reminded me of Casting Crowns song "Praise You in This Storm:"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yr7i5L6kFT0
Do you believe there is a God who is worthy of being praised even in the midst of storms in your life? Click here to get to know God of heaven and earth who is worthy of being praised in the storms!
Comments from You: What verses or insights stand out to you in today's readings? Please post up by clicking on the "Comments" link below!
God bless,
Mike
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Another wonderful Sabbath book: Sabbath: Finding Rest, Renewal and Delight in our Busy Lives by Wayne Muller. The book includes short chapters with stories and practices that help us remember to take mini-Sabbath breaks any time to reconnect with God.
Posted by: Bobbi | September 20, 2018 at 12:26 PM