Nehemiah 7:4

God's Word

The city was large and wide-open. Few people were in it, and no houses were being built.

Cross References

Nehemiah 11:1

The leaders of the people settled in Jerusalem. The rest of the people drew lots to bring one out of every ten to live in Jerusalem, the holy city. The remaining nine-tenths were supposed to live in the other cities.

Nehemiah 11:2

The people blessed everyone who willingly offered to live in Jerusalem.

Nehemiah 7:3

I told them, “The gates of Jerusalem should not be opened at the hottest time of the day. While the ⌞gatekeepers⌟ are still standing there, they should shut the doors and bar them. Order some of the men in Jerusalem to stand guard, some at their posts and others in front of their homes.”

Nehemiah 7:5

Then my God put the idea into my head that I should gather the nobles, leaders, and people so that they could check their genealogy. I found the book with the genealogy of those who came back the first time. I found the following written in it:

Isaiah 58:12

Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins and restore the foundations of past generations. You will be called the Rebuilder of Broken Walls and the Restorer of Streets Where People Live.

Matthew 6:33

But first, be concerned about his kingdom and what has his approval. Then all these things will be provided for you.