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Nehemiah Part 23: The Problem of Selfishness I (Neh. 5:1-6)

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on February 2, 2025)

As they continued rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, Nehemiah and his fellow laborers faced not only outward opposition, but also inward opposition. Today, we begin looking at one of the most difficult issues that arose: the selfishness of the Jews who were exploiting their own people! Join us as we read about how the selfishness of God’s people can hinder the work of the Kingdom of God.

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