In Times Like These...We Need the Bible (Jim Murrell)

In Times Like These…We Need the Bible A Deep Dive into Nehemiah 8:1-14

The world can feel like a chaotic and uncertain place. We're bombarded with news of division, disaster, and despair. It's easy to feel lost and hopeless. But in times like these, there is one thing that can offer us hope, guidance, and comfort: the Bible.

In this episode of The Passage Podcast, we'll take a deep dive into Nehemiah 8:1-14. This passage tells the story of the Israelite people returning to their homeland after years of exile. They've rebuilt the walls of their city, but their hearts are still broken. They're feeling lost and discouraged.

So, they do what any good people would do in times of trouble: they turn to God's Word. They gather together and ask Ezra the scribe to read the Law of Moses to them. And as Ezra reads, something amazing happens. The people's hearts are stirred. They weep for their sins, but they also rejoice in God's forgiveness and love. They're reminded of who they are and what God has called them to do.

This passage has a powerful message for us today. Just like the Israelites, we're living in a time of great uncertainty. But the Bible can be our anchor in the storm. It can remind us of God's promises, give us hope for the future, and guide us on the path of righteousness.