Chapter: Nehemiah 13 | Verse: Nehemiah 13:4–14
“I also found out that the portions of the Levites had not been given them… so I contended with the officials…”
— Nehemiah 13:10–11a LSB
Nehemiah returned to find the house of God compromised—again. But instead of despair, he took action. Reform isn’t a one-time event. It’s a lifestyle of guarding the gates.
Even after the celebration, old patterns returned. But Nehemiah didn’t ignore it—he confronted the issue, cleaned house, and restored worship.
Faithfulness includes confrontation.
Where have the “gates” of your life been left unguarded? What needs to be cleaned up and re-centered around worship?
This journey is ongoing. Walking with God means ongoing correction, course changes, and gatekeeping for His glory.
Closing Prayer
Lord, show me where I’ve grown careless. Give me the courage to restore what honors You.
