So they read from the book, from the law of God, with interpretation.  They gave the sense, so that the people understood the reading. Nehemiah 8:vs8 We’ve all had that class in school where you sat listening to the teacher read from the text and no matter how hard you listen or how many notes you take you just don’t understand and you can’t figure out what is important, and will probably be on the next test. Then someone notices your lost and confused expression and comes over and explains it to you in a way that YOU GET IT!  You understand what is important, and what is probably on the next test. In our lesson today Ezra opened the Book of Laws and began reading with interpretation to make sure that everyone in the crowd understood what is important. As Lutherans we accept the readings of the Bible.  We believe it is the word of God…but sometimes we read a lesson and start searching for, what is God trying to tell me? How does this apply to me and my life? We begin to contemplate and pray that God will interpret it in a way we understand.  When God answers we realize what he is telling us and what is important.  “WE GET IT!” As we read our scriptures and follow God's word, remember God is listening and he will answer. Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for your love and guidance. Amen

Written By: Trudy Hanson