Nehemiah 8

God has graciously given His Word to His people so their lives can be transformed from ruin to restoration.

• God’s People Should Place Themselves Under God’s Word (8:1-5)

“For Ezra had set his heart to study the Law of the Lord, and to do it and to teach his statutes and rules in Israel.” (Ezra 7:10, ESV)

• God’s Word Moves God’s People to Respond in Worship (8:6-8)

• God’s Word Moves God’s People to Repentance (8:9)

• God’s Word Brings God’s People to Renewal (8:10-11)

• God’s Word Moves God’s People to Rejoice (8:12)

Life Group Discussion Questions

• How does the attentiveness of God’s people both encourage and instruct us in how to listen to God’s Word?

• What are some practical ways that you/you and your family gather around God’s Word regularly (e.g. Bible reading, catechism, family worship)? How might someone begin a rhythm of regular engagement with Scripture if it currently isn’t present in their lives?

• How does the centrality of God’s Word in worship enhance our understanding of worship?

• How has the joy of the Lord become your strength in life specifically? How does this truth combat the shame we feel when we fall short?