Nehemiah 12-13

What God said to me – When My people align themselves with My enemies, they always fall away from Me and into sin.  My people are to be apart from the world, holy to Me.  You are to be in the world, but not of it.  That is a fine line that can easily be crossed if you are not steadfast in your walk with Me.  Your reputation of belonging to Me is important and must be preserved.  When you cross the line and begin to participate in the sin of those around you, you don’t just damage your reputation, but Mine also.  I will forgive your failure when you come to Me in repentance, but it is difficult to restore your reputation and recover from the taint of sin in the eyes of the world.  This is why it is so important for you to remain steadfast and faithful.

Nehemiah 10-11

What God said to me – When My people are wholly committed to Me, they affect the world around them.  That has always been My plan for My people – to be a witness to the world of My faithfulness as they walk with Me and I bless them.  When they see the joy and peace in the lives of My children that comes from walking faithfully with Me, they long for it.  There is no peace or joy in their lives so when they actually see it in your life, they are drawn to it.  The world is in constant chaos and it is only going to get worse in the last days.  There are those who will ridicule your walk with Me because it is a constant conviction of their sin, but there will be a few yet who will come, wanting what you have.  You be a faithful witness to these.

Nehemiah 8-9

What God said to me – Just like the Israelites you live in a nation where this generation has long forgotten all I have done in the past.  They have forsaken Me.  Not only do they not care, they abhor Me and My righteousness.  They openly flout their sin with no remorse or conscience.  Just as I judged Israel, I will judge them.  You must remain steadfast.  You must remain pure in the midst of an evil generation.  You must stand firm proclaiming the truth of My word and righteousness even knowing few will be convinced or change.  Don’t be disheartened though.  My joy is your strength.  Find joy in your faithfulness.  Find joy in pleasing Me.  Find joy in knowing “I AM” accomplishing My purposes and My plans are being fulfilled.  Find joy – “I AM” coming soon!