The priorities of wisdom lead to life and joy in Christ- let wisdom -and not the world- set your life's agenda.

Nehemiah - Your mind must be on God's word which will drive you, yes, to repentance, but then to joy in Christ who strengthens and redeems you.

Nehemiah -- Consider what you and the church need to do to be revived. As Jerusalem was dependent on Nehemiah, you are dependent on Christ. But remember that you and the church will never be what you long for until you reach the New Jerusalem.

Your church is part of an indestructible army dedicated to serving Jesus- believe what God says about you and be who you are.

You are the lost son who either goes to the far country or yearns for the far country, but when you come to the father, you become a son who is found.

You are under the authority of Christ through the courts of His church. Give thanks for this blessing.

You are under the attack of Satan but stand tall in Christ for as he overcame so you will overcome. The result will be glory to God.

It may be tempting to cut yourself off from others, but wisdom tells you to entrust yourself to Christ and to extend yourself toward others.

Foolishness destroys friendships and lives- learn to recognize it and flee from it by finding a true friend in Jesus Christ.