Nehemiah 1:3-5

GOD’S WORD Translation

³ They told me, “Those who survived captivity are in the province. They are enduring serious troubles and being insulted. The wall of Jerusalem has been broken down, and its gates have been destroyed by fire.”

Nehemiah’s Prayer

⁴ When I heard this, I sat down and cried. I mourned for days. I continued to fast and pray to the God of heaven. ⁵ I said,

“Lord God of heaven, great and awe-inspiring God, you faithfully keep your promise ^[a] and show mercy to those who love you and obey your commandments.