A BINDING AGREEMENT

 

Nehemiah 10:1-39 / Keywords 10:29

A BINDING AGREEMENT

 

1. An important decision (10:1-29)

The civil and religious leaders and those recognized as leaders among the

people wrote down their new commitment and signed it. They and the people they

represented decided to make God’s word the law of the land. They studied the

Bible and decided to accept it as God’s word to them.

 

2. Practical fruit of their decision (10:30-39)

Real obedience to God’s word touches the most sensitive and important parts

of a person’s life. The first area mentioned is marriage; then business dealings;

then offerings. The offerings included material contributions for the support of

the temple, the dedication of time, and the dedication of children to God. They

promised to put God first in their lives-before family or material possessions.

 

Prayer Lord, help me to study your word and live by it; help me to put you first in

my heart and life.

One Word Commit my heart and life to God