Staying on Track (7/13/25)
Donald Schmidt, Ph.D.   -  

Nehemiah 13:1-31

 

When we stray from God’s path, He uses specific guardrails to redirect us. In Nehemiah 13, we see how God employs His Word and godly leadership to guide His people back when they’ve gotten off track. The Israelites had abandoned their commitments during Nehemiah’s absence, allowing enemies into the temple, neglecting duties, violating the Sabbath, and entering forbidden marriages. God’s Word serves as a spiritual GPS, while godly leaders like Nehemiah confront sin, implement corrections, and establish boundaries. These divine guardrails are essential for maintaining spiritual alignment and experiencing God’s blessings.