Rev. Jan Devine - November 13, 2016
Spiritual Renewal: Covenant, Appointments, Leaders
From Series: "Nehemiah: To Transform a City"
After 70 years of captivity in Babylon, God’s people were allowed to return to Jerusalem to rebuild their city that lay in ruins. Great time, energy, and resources went into rebuilding the temple, the walls of the city, and the houses. But it was not enough to restore the structures and infrastructure of Jerusalem. The secular and the spiritual work were both addressed as government and temple leaders worked side by side. The most important transformation that took place was within God’s people, as they renewed their covenant promises and were once again shaped by and conformed to God’s Word and will. The book of Nehemiah is the story of a transformed city and people long ago. We have the opportunity and responsibility to help write the story of a community and people being transformed today!
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