Self-Denial

Nehemiah was so saddened by the condition of the city of Jerusalem, that he sat down and cried.   And refused to eat for several days because he wanted to spend that time in prayer. When was the last time "I" was so moved to pray that I didn't have time to eat?  When did I care so much about the plight of others, that I denied myself for their sake? I can think of a few times....but not nearly often enough! Nehemiah had a heart for others.  We learn that right away in Chapter one.

Contributed by Melody Freckman