Nehemiah 5:10
“I likewise, and my brethren, and my servants, might exact of them money and corn: I pray you, let us leave off this usury.”
What does Nehemiah 5:10 mean?
Nehemiah 5:10 (KJV) says, "I likewise, and my brethren, and my servants, might exact of them money and corn: I pray you, let us leave off this usury." In this verse, Nehemiah is speaking to the Jewish people who were struggling financially due to the heavy burden of debt and…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Call to Justice: Leaving Off Usury
In the Book of Nehemiah, we are presented with a vivid portrait of leadership under pressure. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls, amid external opposition and internal strife. Nehemiah’s leadership style is a testament to divine…
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Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am reminded of the profound truth found within the words of Nehemiah 5:10, where he rises to confront the injustices that plague our communities: "I likewise, and my brethren, and my servants, might exact of them money and corn: I…
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