When your values are clear, making decisions becomes easy. After generations of failure, God’s people finally realized what was most important in life, so they made a list of things they were committed to changing. Their heartfelt prayer in chapter nine led to heartfelt priorities in chapter ten. Let’s explore how they committed to change in these four areas of life.

I. Scriptural Authority (vv. 28-29)

II. Relational Purity (v. 30)

III. Spiritual Regularity (v. 31)

IV. Financial Responsibility (vv. 32-39)

Talk with God: Spend time in prayer as you consider each of these areas in your own life and ask the Lord to reveal areas you need to re-prioritize.

Talk with others: Ask your mentor or a trusted fellow believer to provide accountability as you refresh your priorities.

Talk with kids: How does Jesus save us from the punishment our sin deserves?

The purpose of prayer is not to inform God of our needs but to invite Him to rule our lives. After a national revival broke out in Jerusalem during a Bible study, the people gathered again for prayer. Let’s notice a few key elements that make for an effective experience of communicating with God.

I. They Looked Up: Adoration (vv. 5-6)

II. They Looked Back: Reflection (vv. 7-35)

III. They Looked Within: Confession (v. 37)

IV. They Looked Around: Petition (vv. 32-37)

V. They Looked Ahead: Submission (v. 38)

In Philippians 3, Paul reminded believers that real joy isn't found in religious performance, but in knowing Jesus personally. He warned against those who put their confidence in the flesh. True righteousness doesn't come from what we do for God, but from what God has done for us through Jesus.

The nation of Israel was back in its homeland once again after the Babylonian captivity. The walls of the city of Jerusalem had been repaired and rebuilt. But something was missing. The spiritual hunger of the nation now demanded a clear word from the Lord. As they gathered together, we see five clear signs of how this nation was transformed, experiencing a real revival.

I. Realization: They Knew They Needed More (vv. 1-2)

II. Reading: They Heard the Word of God (vv. 3-8)

III. Remorse: They Mourned Over Their Failure (vv. 9-10)

IV. Rejoicing: They Felt the Joy of the Lord (vv. 11-12)

V. Results: They Obeyed God’s Commands (vv. 13-18)

Talk with God: Take an honest look at your daily walk this week and ask the Lord to refresh your heart and revive your passion for His Word.

Talk with others: Ask a believing friend or mentor to encourage you to spend time in the Word each day and keep you accountable.

Talk with kids: Why did God tell Joshua to be strong and courageous?

The Christian life isn't about starting strong—it's about staying faithful to the end. In 2 Timothy 4:7, Paul reflected on his life with confident clarity: "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." Finishing well means staying in the fight, running with endurance, and holding tightly to our faith no matter the cost. It’s not perfection that matters, but perseverance. In this message, Pastor Nelson Walker encourages us to live with eternity in mind, so we can one day say, “I finished well.”

In 1 Corinthians 9:24–27, Paul reminded the church that the Christian life is not a casual jog—it’s a purposeful race of salvation through grace. Just as athletes discipline themselves to train for a purpose, we’re called to run with determination, focus, and self-control. The goal? A crown that lasts forever. This passage challenges us to examine how we’re running. Are we chasing what matters? Are we living like we want to win the race God has set before us? It’s time to run with passion, not passivity—because in Christ, we’re not just in the race, we’re running to win.

I. The Right Attitude (v. 24)

II. The Right Motivation (v. 25)

III. The Right Commitment (vv. 26-27)