Nehemiah 7:4

Now the city was spacious and large, but there were few people in it and the houses had not [yet] been built.

Isaiah 58:12

“And your people will rebuild the ancient ruins;
You will raise up and restore the age-old foundations [of buildings that have been laid waste];
You will be called Repairer of the Breach,
Restorer of Streets with Dwellings.

Haggai 1:4-6

“Is it time for you yourselves to live in your [expensive] paneled houses while this house [of the Lord] lies in ruins?”

Matthew 6:33

But first and most importantly seek (aim at, strive after) His kingdom and His righteousness [His way of doing and being right—the attitude and character of God], and all these things will be given to you also.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Nehemiah 7:4

Now the city was large and great: but the people were few therein, and the houses were not builded.

The houses

Isaiah 58:12

Haggai 1:4

Matthew 6:33

Bible References

The houses

“Is it time for you yourselves to live in your [expensive] paneled houses while this house [of the Lord] lies in ruins?”