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10.3.21 Nehemiah 1

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Whenever God wants to get a work done, He lays hold of willing people. The walls of Jerusalem had been ruined; a small remnant had returned; and there was much work that needed to be done. God was looking for someone to go to the ruined city and restore safety and order. Nehemiah was to be that person. Is there a work that God wants to do through you? Are you willing?

9.19.21 Esther 8

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Just as God continues to protect His chosen people, we need to align with Him and do our part to come against anti-Semitism and stand with our Jewish neighbors. As a point of interest, in 2003:

The Southern Baptist Convention passed a resolution “On Anti-Semitism” stating in part:

“RESOLVED, That the messengers to the Southern Baptist Convention meeting in Phoenix, Arizona, June 17–18, 2003, denounce all forms of anti-Semitism as contrary to the teachings of our Messiah and an assault on the revelation of Holy Scripture; and be it further

“RESOLVED, That we affirm to Jewish people around the world that we stand with them against any harassment that violates our historic commitments to religious liberty and human dignity; and be it finally

“RESOLVED, That we call on governmental and religious leaders across the world to stand against all forms of bigotry, hatred, or persecution.”

9.12.21 Esther 7

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Not only is there a personal lesson here, but there is also a lesson about the nation of Israel: Every enemy that has ever tried to destroy Israel has been destroyed. “I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse him who curses you” is God’s promise to Israel (Gen. 12:3, NKJV), and He has always kept it. God takes His promises seriously even if the nations of the world ignore them or challenge them.

9.5.21 Esther 6

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As much as we detest Haman and his foul deeds, we must keep in mind that God loves sinners and wants to save them. God is long-suffering and brings various influences to bear upon people’s hearts as He seeks to turn them from their evil ways.