Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 5-6 NLT, Ch 7-8 NIRV, Ch. 9 NCV Associate Producer Travis Blevins, Chase Jacobson Podcast Introduction It’s the History Tuesday, and we’ll read Nehemiah 5-9. I’m calling this episode “A Pure Heart and Honorable Intentions.“ Design: Jason Paschall | Photo: Midjourney Summary In Nehemiah 5, Nehemiah asks God to remember his good deeds and bless him. Is this request presumptuous? It’s similar to the prayer of Jabez in 1 Chronicles 4:10, where Jabez asked God for blessings and received them. In Jabez’s case, it’s noted that he was an honorable man, which suggests that his request wasn’t inappropriate. Nehemiah, like Jabez, was also an honorable man, as evident in his selfless efforts to rebuild the city walls to honor God and help his people. The key message here is that God understands our intentions and motivations. If our heart is pure and our actions are driven by honorable intentions, we can approach God with confidence and humility, asking for His blessings. Listen to the episode for more! Support This a value for value podcast. There are no advertisers because advertising equals censorship. If you enjoy the Lifespring Family Audio Bible, decide how much value it brings to you. Only you can make that determination. Then put a number on the value and donate here: SUPPORT. The Team Lifespring Family Berean, Sister Denise: Transcript CorrectionMichael Haner: Podcasting 2.0 ChaptersLifespring Family Berean, Brother Scott Snider: Show ArtJason Paschall: Show ArtLifespring Family Berean, Sister Brittaney: Newsletter Publisher Transcript Download .txt file. Transcript not yet corrected. Steve Webb 0:00God knows our heart. You cannot fool him. Steve Webb 0:04It’s the Lifespring! One Year Bible coming to