#soap # Nehemiah 12 ## Title: Don’t Forget To Celebrate ## Scripture: (Nehemiah 12:27) “At the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, they sought out the Levites from all the places they lived to bring them to Jerusalem to celebrate the dedication joyfully with songs of thanksgiving and songs accompanied by cymbals, harps, and lyres.” (NET) ## Observation: The nation of Israel had been going through a lot in the rebuilding of the Temple and the rebuilding of the wall. Then there were other concerns of relocation. Also, they were not done; other tasks needed to be completed. However, they took a moment to celebrate. This is vital for us today, too. If we are not careful, we go from one thing to the next and never slow down to be thankful. This is a plan for burnout. Eventually, no amount of success will be able to satisfy the exhaustion on the inside. If nothing else, see it as strategic planning. If you celebrate now, it will give you more internal energy for later. ## Application: Take time today to sit and be thankful for how far God has brought you. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for the million little miracles that had to happen for us to be where we are today.