Day 32 – July 2, 2025
55-day Devotional Journey – Day 32

Scripture:
And Shallum the son of Col-hozeh, ruler of the district of Mizpah, repaired the Fountain Gate. He rebuilt it and covered it and set its doors, its bolts, and its bars. And he built the wall of the Pool of Shelah of the king's garden, as far as the stairs that go down from the city of David. After him Nehemiah the son of Azbuk, ruler of half the district of Beth-zur, repaired to a point opposite the tombs of David, as far as the artificial pool, and as far as the house of the mighty men. After him the Levites repaired: Rehum the son of Bani. Next to him Hashabiah, ruler of half the district of Keilah, repaired for his district. After him their brothers repaired: Bavvai the son of Henadad, ruler of half the district of Keilah. Next to him Ezer the son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory at the buttress. After him Baruch the son of Zabbai repaired another section from the buttress to the door of the house of Eliashib the high priest. After him Meremoth the son of Uriah, son of Hakkoz repaired another section from the door of the house of Eliashib to the end of the house of Eliashib. After him the priests, the men of the surrounding area, repaired. After them Benjamin and Hasshub repaired opposite their house. After them Azariah the son of Maaseiah, son of Ananiah repaired beside his own house. After him Binnui the son of Henadad repaired another section, from the house of Azariah to the buttress and to the corner. Palal the son of Uzai repaired opposite the buttress and the tower projecting from the upper house of the king at the court of the guard. After him Pedaiah the son of Parosh and the temple servants living on Ophel repaired to a point opposite the Water Gate on the east and the projecting tower. After him the Tekoites repaired another section opposite the great projecting tower as far as the wall of Ophel. Above the Horse Gate the priests repaired, each one opposite his own house. After them Zadok the son of Immer repaired opposite his own house. After him Shemaiah the son of Shecaniah, the keeper of the East Gate, repaired. After him Hananiah the son of Shelemiah and Hanun the sixth son of Zalaph repaired another section. After him Meshullam the son of Berechiah repaired opposite his chamber. After him Malchijah, one of the goldsmiths, repaired as far as the house of the temple servants and of the merchants, opposite the Muster Gate, and to the upper chamber of the corner. And between the upper chamber of the corner and the Sheep Gate the goldsmiths and the merchants repaired.
Nehemiah 3:15-32 (ESV)

Reflection:
This passage shows a wonderful image of God's people at work. Each person focused on repairing their assigned section — whether a gate, a tower, or a stretch of wall. No one built the entire wall alone, but as everyone did their part faithfully, their work connected, and the whole wall came together. Piece by piece, their efforts contributed to the restoration of the city and the fulfillment of God's greater purpose. In the same way, God calls each of us to a unique role in His kingdom. You may feel your part is small or hidden, but it matters. God weaves our efforts into His bigger picture as we use our gifts in obedience and love — whether in teaching, serving, giving, praying, or leading. Together, we build His Church and advance His mission.

At NYCBC, your role connects to the larger work God is doing among us. Let's reflect on how we can faithfully do our part, knowing that God uses it to bless His people and glorify His Name.

Reflection Question:
How can doing your part with faithfulness help connect to the greater work of building God's kingdom?

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for giving each of us a part in Your great work. Please help us to see the value of our role and to serve with joy and faithfulness. May our efforts, big or small, connect to Your bigger plan and bring glory to Your Name. In Jesus' Name, we pray, Amen.

By Pastor Pierre Tang