Nehemiah, 10
8. Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these were the priests.
8. Maaziah, Bilgai, Shemaiah; these were the priests.
In Nehemiah 10, the people of Israel make a deal with God to follow their laws and statutes and live according to His will. The chapter contains a detailed list of people who signed the agreement and pledged to fulfill the stipulated obligations. Below are five verses related to the topics covered in Nehemiah 10:
Deuteronomy 27:26: "Damn one who does not confirm the words of this law, not fulfilling them. And all the people will say: Amen!" This verse highlights the importance of following God's law and the consequences of not doing so.
Joshua 24:24: "And the people said to Joshua, We will serve the Lord our God, and we will obey His voice." This verse shows the commitment of the people of Israel to serve God and follow His will.
Psalm 119:106: "Swearing me, and I will confirm it, that I will keep your righteous judgments." This verse emphasizes the importance of fulfilling God's commandments and following His will.
Ezekiel 36:27: "And I shall put my spirit within you, and I will make you walk in my statutes, and keep my judgments, and observe them." This verse shows God's promise to give their people the Holy Spirit to help them fulfill their laws and statutes.
Galatians 6:2: "Take the loads of each other, and thus fulfill the law of Christ." This verse highlights the importance of the community and mutual aid in the Christian life and following God's will.
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