Nehemiah is a great example for us to follow. He takes active leadership in the reformation of Israel, without regard to the potential personal consequences, choosing instead to rely on God. Throughout the narrative recounting his actions, Nehemiah prays to God, “Remember me, O my God, for good”, highlighting how integral God was to his daily life.
Paul is another example of someone whose faith pervaded every aspect of his life and encouraged others to do the same. “Therefore I endure everything for the sake of the elect, that they also may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory… If we have died with him, we will also live with him; if we endure, we will also reign with him“.