The Good Work

Chapter 3 of Nehemiah records the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. Everyone, from the highest priest to the common person, used their individual talents, time and labor towards the goal of making Jerusalem safe. The work of rebuilding the wall was strenuous and at times dangerous but through faith in God and by working together in community the goal was accomplished. Great works of God require His people to be working shoulder to shoulder in the context of community. Each of us has been given special talents from God. The Bible parallels the similarity of the various parts of the human body to Christ's body (His Church). In unity and in harmony, all parts function together for one common goal of good. As Christians we are called by God to use the gifts that He has given us. We are called to be the bright light of Jesus, moving in harmony together with other Christians, to accomplish God's Kingdom on earth and for His will to be done.