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Resilience begins in the space between hardship and what happens next. When fear takes hold and hope feels distant, it becomes easy to stay stuck in brokenness. But identity is not defined by trauma, and the future is not limited by the past. Courage often comes from outside through truth, community, and the strength to take one faithful step at a time. Encouragement can fill empty places, and honest conviction can break the grip of fear and passivity. In Nehemiah 2:11-20, we see that even in the ruins, restoration is possible.

This past Sunday, Britton continued our sermon series in Nehemiah. In chapter 9, the people of Israel gather and recount the faithfulness of the Lord while also crying out to Him for deliverance from the oppression they've been facing as exiles due to the sins of their ancestors. In Nehemiah 10, we then see the people come together and make a covenant with the Lord to uphold His law and live in the freedom of His grace and mercy.

What if the change you've been praying for isn't meant to happen around you—but in you?In A Promise and a Signature, part of The Passion Project series, Pastor Mark Medley explores Nehemiah 10 and the deeply personal process of spiritual transformation. While the early chapters of Nehemiah focus on rebuilding walls, chapters 8 through 10 reveal God's true renovation project: rebuilding His people from the inside out.Mark traces how transformation begins when we encounter the Word of God. In Nehemiah 8, the Israelites rediscover Scripture, and it cuts through apathy like a sword. As they listened, conviction stirred. In chapter 9, that conviction led to heartfelt repentance. They weren't just sorry—they were surrendered. They owned not only their sin but the generational patterns of rebellion that had marked their history.Then comes chapter 10, where the people draw up a covenant—signing their names to a fresh commitment to God. They vowed to honor Him in every area of life: their relationships, their time, their business practices, their finances, their worship. Their zeal was real. Their desire to change was genuine.But Mark doesn't stop there. He points out what history reveals: they would fall short again. Their passion couldn't carry the weight of lasting obedience. Paul's words in Romans 7 ring true: “I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep doing.” We've all been there.So what's the answer?Mark points us to the better covenant—sealed not with ink, but with blood. The new covenant in Christ isn't dependent on our promises to God but on His promise to us. As Hebrews puts it: “I will put my laws on their hearts… I will remember their sins no more.” Jesus is the one who both initiates and completes our faith.If you've been exhausted by trying harder, this message is for you. Let go of striving and receive what Jesus has already accomplished. Believe the promise. Live from the promise. Because real transformation begins where self-effort ends.We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee.Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more!Find us on Facebook & Instagram

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on January 12, 2025) In Nehemiah 4:18, we find that “the builders, every one had his sword girded by his side, and so builded.” In the face of opposition to the work of rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, Nehemiah and his workers had to set a watch while they...

(Nehemiah 8:1-12) In Nehemiah 8, revival breaks out as the people, freshly restored in their identity prompt Ezra to read and teach the Law. As they hear it, they are deeply convicted, leading to collective repentance, yet Nehemiah and the Levites remind them that sorrow alone cannot sustain devotion. Instead, they must move forward in the assurance of God's forgiveness, for true strength comes not from endless mourning but from the joy of the Lord. This joy—rooted in God's delight over His people—propels them into a renewed life of obedience, not out of fear, but with boldness and confidence in His love. Revival is not merely about turning from sin but about stepping fully into the freedom and strength found in God's joy.

In Nehemiah 13, we see a leader who refuses to compromise on God's standards. Nehemiah returns to Jerusalem and takes bold action—restoring temple order, reinforcing Sabbath observance, and calling the people back to faithfulness. His story reminds us that true commitment to God requires courage, consistency, and a willingness to make hard choices.

You can read the whole text here: https://dougapple.blogspot.com/ +++++++ I'm Doug Apple...and my heart is on fire. (Luke 24:32) I heard an acrostic for the word “poor” and I can't get it out of my mind. It said the letters P-O-O-R stand for Passing Over Opportunities Repeatedly. In other words, if you want to be poor, just keep passing up on the opportunities that come your way. Sometimes people are looking for provisions to be handed to them, but what is handed to them instead is an opportunity, and they miss it. I see people come to this fork in the road. A good opportunity comes their way, and they have a decision to make: take the opportunity or not? Many times, I see people pass over the opportunity, and then later they wonder why they are still stuck, or they are lacking what they need. Sometimes I see Christians crying out to God to provide for them, and then they wonder why He doesn't…but what they didn't see was that He gave them an opportunity. They were blind to the opportunity because they were only looking for provision to be handed to them. In Luke 12:24 Jesus says, “Consider the ravens.” He said God feeds the ravens, and we are more valuable to Him than ravens. But get this. He doesn't drop the food in the raven's mouth! The raven has to go out every day and GATHER his food. God gives him the opportunity to eat, but He doesn't hand feed the birds. So if we are expecting God to hand feed us, we are missing the point. I like what Psalm 104 verse 28 says in the old King James, “That thou givest them they gather…” In other words, when God supplies it, they go and gather it up. Nehemiah knew this lesson when he was rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. In Nehemiah 2:20 he said that God would grant them success, but guess what. They had to rise up and actually build the walls with their own hands. He was basically saying, “God will provide; therefore we will arise and build.” Yes, God says He will provide for us, but that usually means He is going to provide the opportunities for us rather than just handing it to us. So, if you don't want to be poor, don't Pass Over Opportunities Repeatedly. And remember our part in the equation found in Psalm 104 verse 28, “That thou givest them…THEY GATHER.” May God bless you today. I'm Doug Apple.

Welcome to The Passion Project series with Pastor Tyler Lynde, where we uncover the profound impact of teamwork through the story of Nehemiah. This ancient Jewish leader discovered Jerusalem's walls in ruins and recognized that rebuilding them meant more than physical protection—it meant restoring hope and identity. Tyler walks us through Nehemiah's remarkable leadership, showing how he invited everyone to join in the effort by saying, “Come, let us build,” rather than simply demanding they follow.In Nehemiah 2:17-18, we see a vision unfold as people from all backgrounds—priests, artisans, and everyday community members—came together to reconstruct the walls. The high priest was the first to rise up and work on the Sheep Gate, setting an example of servant leadership that sparked unity. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 12:14-20, Tyler emphasizes how every part of the body, or community, holds unique value. Even the Tekoites, who stepped in twice to repair separate sections (Nehemiah 3:5, 3:27), remind us that no contribution is too small or repeated efforts too many when pursuing a collective goal.Tyler also addresses the challenges Nehemiah faced—past failures and complacency had left people reluctant to act. Yet faith and determination turned “we tried that before” into “let us rise up and build.” By exploring Psalm 133:1, Tyler reveals how God values unity and pours out blessings when people dwell together in harmony. A quick look at John 5:1-9 further illustrates the transformative power of divine intervention, reminding us that God meets us in the midst of our brokenness and ushers in healing.As Tyler unpacks these Scriptures, he shows how a passionate commitment to teamwork and reliance on God's guidance can lead to remarkable change in our lives today. Whether you're seeking to rebuild a fractured relationship, strengthen a ministry, or pursue a new calling, Nehemiah's story serves as a testament that faith-fueled collaboration makes the impossible possible. Join Tyler in reclaiming your passion for unity, and discover how God can use your unique gifts to accomplish something far greater than you ever imagined.We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee.Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more!Find us on Facebook & Instagram

With the wall of Jerusalem now completed, Nehemiah takes the next crucial step—establishing order and security. In Nehemiah 7, he appoints faithful leaders, sets up gatekeepers, and organizes the people for the city's restoration. He then records a genealogy of those who had returned from exile, ensuring that God's people are properly identified and positioned for a fresh start. This chapter highlights the importance of stewardship, leadership, and preparing for God's continued work after a major victory. Completing the wall was just the beginning—now, it was time to rebuild the community and strengthen their identity as God's chosen people. If you would like to purchase my books: Coming To Loving Yourself Paperback - https://buy.stripe.com/eVadTVbp6cxl3gA288 Coming To Loving Yourself Ebook (FREE on Kindle Unlimited ) - https://a.co/d/76ClDig Dr. Toya Spencer-Philmore - Repairers of the Breach Event - https://brushfire.com/toyaspencerm.../resuscitate2025/593102 Advertise on the Podcast - https://sharisenjohnson-moorellc.hbportal.co/public/PodcastAds Donations To Podcast - https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9DF1Ow40P6sM4gs #Nehemiah7 #RebuildingAndRestoring #FaithfulLeadership #GodsPeople #NewBeginnings #KingdomWork #StayFaithful #GodsPlan #KeepMovingForward

In Nehemiah 6, opposition against Nehemiah intensifies as his enemies—Sanballat, Tobiah, and Geshem—resort to deception, threats, and intimidation to stop the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls. They attempt to lure Nehemiah into a trap, spread false rumors to discredit him, and even hire a false prophet to instill fear. However, Nehemiah remains steadfast, refusing to be distracted or intimidated. With unwavering faith and discernment, he completes the wall in just 52 days, proving that when God's hand is on a work, no enemy can prevail. This chapter reminds us to stay focused on our God-given assignments, resist distractions, and trust in His protection against those who seek to derail our purpose. If you would like to purchase my book Coming To Loving Yourself Paperback - https://buy.stripe.com/eVadTVbp6cxl3gA288 Coming To Loving Yourself Ebook (FREE On Kindle Unlimited) - https://a.co/d/gmJJdFe Dr. Toya Spencer-Philmore - Repairers Of The Breach Event - https://brushfire.com/toyaspencerm.../resuscitate2025/593102 Advertise on Podcast - https://sharisenjohnson-moorellc.hbportal.co/public/PodcastAds Donation To Podcast - https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9DF1Ow40P6sM4gs #Nehemiah6 #StayFocused #FaithOverFear #GodsProtection #KingdomWork #NoDistractions #TrustGod #SpiritualWarfare #VictoryInChrist #KeepBuilding

In the first sermon of our Courageous series, we looked at the value of expository preaching and teaching. This method of teaching allows Scripture to speak for itself and interpret itself, placing each passage within the greater story of redemption. In Nehemiah 8, the people of Israel gathered with eager hearts to hear the Word read and explained. After Ezra read the Law, the people responded in worship, even before it was interpreted. Then, the Levites helped them understand it more deeply through teaching. Similarly, in Luke 24, Jesus Himself opened the Scriptures to His disciples, revealing how everything pointed to Him. Expository preaching helps people grasp the Bible's message as it was intended—within the bigger story of God’s redemption. When we commit to this kind of preaching, we allow God's Word to shape and correct our understanding of who He is, leading us into a deeper relationship with Christ and personal transformation.

Daily Devotional: Defending the WallNehemiah 4:1-23 When God calls us to rebuild, opposition is inevitable. In Nehemiah 4, we witness how the Israelites faced mockery, threats, and intimidation as they worked to restore Jerusalem's walls. Their enemies, led by Sanballat and Tobiah, ridiculed their efforts and plotted to stop the work. But instead of giving in to fear, Nehemiah turned to prayer, strengthened the people's resolve, and set up defenses to protect the work. With one hand on their tools and the other on their weapons, the builders pressed on, trusting in God's protection. This passage reminds us that spiritual opposition often accompanies God's assignments, but with prayer, perseverance, and faith, we can stand firm. Just as Nehemiah encouraged his people to fight for their families and their future, we too must remain steadfast in our calling, knowing that God fights for us. Stay equipped with the Word, stand guard in faith, and continue building what God has placed in your hands. If you would like to purchase my books: Coming To Loving Yourself Paperback - https://buy.stripe.com/eVadTVbp6cxl3gA288 Coming To Loving Yourself Ebook - (Free On Kindle Unlimited) - https://a.co/d/9dZMzZv Dr. Toya Spencer-Philmore Event - Repairers Of The Breach - https://brushfire.com/toyaspencerm.../resuscitate2025/593102 Advertise On Sharise Johnson-Moore's Podcast - https://sharisenjohnson-moorellc.hbportal.co/public/PodcastAds Donations For The Podcast Are Welcome - https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9DF1Ow40P6sM4gs

In Nehemiah 2:1-20, we see the power of vision, faith, and determination in the face of opposition. Nehemiah, a trusted cupbearer to King Artaxerxes, demonstrates remarkable leadership and reliance on God as he embarks on a mission to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. This chapter highlights key moments of preparation, prayerful dependence, and bold action. Nehemiah's courage to ask the king for help, his careful planning, and his unwavering trust in God's provision serve as an inspiration for overcoming obstacles when fulfilling God's purpose. Despite resistance from enemies, Nehemiah remains steadfast, declaring that the hand of God is with him. This passage teaches us that when God calls us to rebuild or restore, He equips us with the resources, courage, and favor we need to succeed. Coming To Loving Yourself Paperback Book - https://buy.stripe.com/eVadTVbp6cxl3gA288 Coming To Loving Yourself Ebook (Free To Read Thru Amazon) - https://a.co/d/6pa3nLb For Counseling Needs - Email - snjm@sharisenjohnsonmoore.com or Phone - 725-256-7817 To Advertise On The Podcast - https://sharisenjohnson-moorellc.hbportal.co/public/PodcastAds Donations For The Podcast - https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9DF1Ow40P6sM4gs

The Bible is often called The Book of Books because no other book can compare with it. It is the Word of God (Matthew 4:4). Over 100million copies are sold annually, with parts of the Bible having been translated into nearly 3600 languages, and the full Bible to over 724 languages. The YouVersion Bible app has been downloaded over 500million times globally.     It should be our goal and priority this year to make the word of God the foundation in our lives, in our marriages, in our families and in our church. It shouldn't be a part of our lives, but rather central to our lives.    In Nehemiah 8 we see that, after experiencing many challenges, there was a turning back of the people to the Word and instructions of God (Nehemiah 8:8-9,18). In 445BC-432BC was when Nehemiah was appointed Governor of Jerusalem by King Artaxerxes, and oversaw the re-building of the city's the walls in just 52 days. He held joint assemblies with Ezra, who was the priest and scribe at that time (a scribe's role being to study, interpret and teach scriptures), for public scripture reading. People confessed their sins and renewed their covenant with God, and they implemented social reforms.   Ezra and Nehemiah thought having the temple and the security of the rebuilt walls weren't good enough. They wanted to re-build the people. It was important that God's people were where God wanted them to be, both physically and spiritually. So, what did they do? They wanted the people to put the word of God in the centre of their lives. They built a wooden stage in the centre of the public square, so that everyone could gather and see Ezra and the Levites with him. Everyone in the community who could understand gathered in the square to hear the public reading of the Word of God (Nehemiah 8:3). There were 14 Levites on either side of Ezra explaining and unpacking the word of God to the people. And the people wept, not with tears of joy, but because they were convicted of their sin. They wept repentant tears of sorrow. And to build back, they had to start somewhere. We see:  1. They opened the book (Nehemiah 8:5) 2. They read the book (Nehemiah 8:8; 1 Timothy 4:13,16; Psalm 1:2-3; Nehemiah 8:5; Deuteronomy 6:6-7; Philippians 4:6; Psalm 119:11) 3. They explained the book (Nehemiah 8:8; Hebrews 4:12) 4. They were moved by the book (Nehemiah 8:9b) 5. They obeyed the book (Nehemiah 10:29)  Apply     1. They opened the book (Nehemiah 8:5). Do we actually open the Bible? Do we read it? That's where it begins. Or is it gathering dust in a shelf somewhere? The Bible app makes it convenient to read on your phone. But having a physical Bible is very helpful as there are no distractions, no messages or social media notifications popping up and dividing our attention.    2. They read the book (Nehemiah 8:8). It is important that we read the Bible in public and in private. As we see in Nehemiah 8, there was public reading of the scripture. The apostle Paul encouraged his disciple Timothy in this too (1 Timothy 4:13,16). They read the book every day (Nehemiah 8:18). It is important we read the Bible daily, delighting in and meditating on God's word. Then we will flourish, being fruitful, being youthful, and whatever we do: your work, family, marriage, business, studies, sports etc will prosper (Psalm 1:2-3). And they read the book from a central place (Nehemiah 8:5). The word of God was central to re-build the people, and it should be central to us to re-build ourselves, our marriages, families and church. We need to use the word in challenging situations, overcoming obstacles, for wisdom, daily decision making, encouraging and correcting, resisting temptations, and for seeing breakthroughs including in our finances (Deuteronomy 6:6-7; Philippians 4:6; Psalm 119:11). The word of God should always be central in our lives.   3. They explained the book (Nehemiah 8:8). We need to unpack the word of God and break it down to understand deep truths in the Bible. God's Holy Spirit helps us in this. It's good to read different versions like the KJV, NKJV, MSG, Amplified version. The Bible says that the word of God is alive and active (Hebrews 4:12). It's not dead, rather it's so sharp that it can cut through like a surgeon's scalpel to reach between soul and the spirit. It can help us to discern between what is worldly and what is spiritual. You will be able to discern a situation, a decision you need to make, or the advice you need to give to your children. The word of God has the power to go deep within us, to heal and restore us.    4. They were moved by the book (Nehemiah 8:9b). People were moved because they were convicted of their sin and their disobedience, and their previous lack of attention to the word of God. They were crying repentant tears. We need to be convicted for looking for instruction elsewhere, when God had made a life manual, a living and powerful life-transforming book for us. We had a great role model in the late Queen Elizabeth of devotion to Jesus and the Word of God.    5. They obeyed the book (Nehemiah 10:29). We need to make a conscious decision and a real commitment to obey the word of God. We read from the book of Nehemiah, how the leaders at that time thought that having the temple worship and the physical security of the rebuilt walls weren't good enough. They wanted to re-build the people, and the word of God was central to it all. Today let us all make the Bible central to our lives. For as we do, we will live lives of conquest and see great blessing in our marriages, in our families, in the church and in our nation.

The Bible is often called The Book of Books because no other book can compare with it. It is the Word of God (Matthew 4:4). Over 100million copies are sold annually, with parts of the Bible having been translated into nearly 3600 languages, and the full Bible to over 724 languages. The YouVersion Bible app has been downloaded over 500million times globally.     It should be our goal and priority this year to make the word of God the foundation in our lives, in our marriages, in our families and in our church. It shouldn't be a part of our lives, but rather central to our lives.    In Nehemiah 8 we see that, after experiencing many challenges, there was a turning back of the people to the Word and instructions of God (Nehemiah 8:8-9,18). In 445BC-432BC was when Nehemiah was appointed Governor of Jerusalem by King Artaxerxes, and oversaw the re-building of the city's the walls in just 52 days. He held joint assemblies with Ezra, who was the priest and scribe at that time (a scribe's role being to study, interpret and teach scriptures), for public scripture reading. People confessed their sins and renewed their covenant with God, and they implemented social reforms.   Ezra and Nehemiah thought having the temple and the security of the rebuilt walls weren't good enough. They wanted to re-build the people. It was important that God's people were where God wanted them to be, both physically and spiritually. So, what did they do? They wanted the people to put the word of God in the centre of their lives. They built a wooden stage in the centre of the public square, so that everyone could gather and see Ezra and the Levites with him. Everyone in the community who could understand gathered in the square to hear the public reading of the Word of God (Nehemiah 8:3). There were 14 Levites on either side of Ezra explaining and unpacking the word of God to the people. And the people wept, not with tears of joy, but because they were convicted of their sin. They wept repentant tears of sorrow. And to build back, they had to start somewhere. We see:  1. They opened the book (Nehemiah 8:5) 2. They read the book (Nehemiah 8:8; 1 Timothy 4:13,16; Psalm 1:2-3; Nehemiah 8:5; Deuteronomy 6:6-7; Philippians 4:6; Psalm 119:11) 3. They explained the book (Nehemiah 8:8; Hebrews 4:12) 4. They were moved by the book (Nehemiah 8:9b) 5. They obeyed the book (Nehemiah 10:29)  Apply     1. They opened the book (Nehemiah 8:5). Do we actually open the Bible? Do we read it? That's where it begins. Or is it gathering dust in a shelf somewhere? The Bible app makes it convenient to read on your phone. But having a physical Bible is very helpful as there are no distractions, no messages or social media notifications popping up and dividing our attention.    2. They read the book (Nehemiah 8:8). It is important that we read the Bible in public and in private. As we see in Nehemiah 8, there was public reading of the scripture. The apostle Paul encouraged his disciple Timothy in this too (1 Timothy 4:13,16). They read the book every day (Nehemiah 8:18). It is important we read the Bible daily, delighting in and meditating on God's word. Then we will flourish, being fruitful, being youthful, and whatever we do: your work, family, marriage, business, studies, sports etc will prosper (Psalm 1:2-3). And they read the book from a central place (Nehemiah 8:5). The word of God was central to re-build the people, and it should be central to us to re-build ourselves, our marriages, families and church. We need to use the word in challenging situations, overcoming obstacles, for wisdom, daily decision making, encouraging and correcting, resisting temptations, and for seeing breakthroughs including in our finances (Deuteronomy 6:6-7; Philippians 4:6; Psalm 119:11). The word of God should always be central in our lives.   3. They explained the book (Nehemiah 8:8). We need to unpack the word of God and break it down to understand deep truths in the Bible. God's Holy Spirit helps us in this. It's good to read different versions like the KJV, NKJV, MSG, Amplified version. The Bible says that the word of God is alive and active (Hebrews 4:12). It's not dead, rather it's so sharp that it can cut through like a surgeon's scalpel to reach between soul and the spirit. It can help us to discern between what is worldly and what is spiritual. You will be able to discern a situation, a decision you need to make, or the advice you need to give to your children. The word of God has the power to go deep within us, to heal and restore us.    4. They were moved by the book (Nehemiah 8:9b). People were moved because they were convicted of their sin and their disobedience, and their previous lack of attention to the word of God. They were crying repentant tears. We need to be convicted for looking for instruction elsewhere, when God had made a life manual, a living and powerful life-transforming book for us. We had a great role model in the late Queen Elizabeth of devotion to Jesus and the Word of God.    5. They obeyed the book (Nehemiah 10:29). We need to make a conscious decision and a real commitment to obey the word of God. We read from the book of Nehemiah, how the leaders at that time thought that having the temple worship and the physical security of the rebuilt walls weren't good enough. They wanted to re-build the people, and the word of God was central to it all. Today let us all make the Bible central to our lives. For as we do, we will live lives of conquest and see great blessing in our marriages, in our families, in the church and in our nation.

Hi, I'm John Sorensen, President of Evangelism Explosion International, and you're listening to Share Life Today. Central to every worship service should be the reading and proclaiming of the Word of God. This part of worship is non-negotiable—we need to be filling ourselves up with more of the Bible. When we hear Scripture as part of our community worship, we hear what God would say through His servant to comfort, encourage, warn, and rebuke us. And this truly demands our solemn attention. In Nehemiah chapter eight, we see an example of the Word of God being preached in a worship service. Ezra, the priest, read the Law of God from daybreak until noon, and the people of God listened attentively. It says that at the end of Ezra's reading, "[he] praised the Lord, the great God; and all the people lifted their hands and responded, 'Amen! Amen!' They then bowed down and worshiped the Lord with their faces to the ground." Let us also be a people who value God's Word and worship Him when we hear it. For more on how you can grow, visit sharelife.today.

In this exhortation I wanted to have the focus of River Of Life OPC in Phillipsburg NJ in this coming year be on the Word of God. In Nehemiah, after the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem, the people want to hear from God in the Book of the Law. When they do they weep. But the are reminded, "The joy of the LORD is your strength."

In this exhortation I wanted to have the focus of River Of Life OPC in Phillipsburg NJ in this coming year be on the Word of God. In Nehemiah, after the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem, the people want to hear from God in the Book of the Law. When they do they weep. But the are reminded, "The joy of the LORD is your strength."

This week we're examining 5 steps Nehemiah implemented to rebuild Jerusalem's walls. After he cast a compelling vision for the people, his third step was to “Leverage the Right Leaders.”  In Nehemiah's day, the High Priest was very powerful. If the High Priest didn't participate, few would follow. Along with the high priest, the local ... The post Nehemiah's Five Steps to Success: Part III appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

TITLE: Next To Them We are fiercely independent, but is that the best way to be? When God created the church, how was it meant to function? In Nehemiah 3, God shows us how his big plans are only possible when we step up, work side by side, and move forward as God's people. ABOUT THIS SERIES: Forge Ahead When the world is crumbling and it seems like confusion abounds how do we take the next right step? How do we forge ahead? How do we rise up and build? ABOUT THE FOUNDRY: The Foundry is an independent, non-denominational Christian church that is about "guiding people to forge a life-long reliance on God". Find out more by going to www.TheFoundryChurch.com

Nehemiah 11 So many genealogies!  So many names!  Why does it matter to God?| In Nehemiah, it is evident the people understand and support the larger mission to reestablish Jerusalem.  Similarly, the Church is tasked with a mission bigger than any of our own individual aspirations.  What is the mission?

In Nehemiah 2:11-20 and chapter 3 we learn from Nehemiah the importance of strategically reflecting on God's call in our hearts that leads to inviting others to participate in the building of God's Kingdom. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

In Nehemiah 2:1-10 we discover how Nehemiah acts on his prayerful preparation to take a courageous step of faith and see that when God acts, evil in the world reacts.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

In Nehemiah 9, hearing the Word of God leads the people of Israel to confess their sins which results in making a covenant with God. Does God's Word convict you of sin? Does God's Word draw you closer to Him?

In Nehemiah 6, Nehemiah faces more enemies, but he refrains from becoming distracted. Does opposition distract you? Do you need some help dealing with enemies?

In Nehemiah 5, Nehemiah faces more challenges: abuse and injustice. How do you respond to abuse and injustice? Do you talk to yourself? Nehemiah did.

In Nehemiah 4, we meet those opposed to rebuilding the walls. Opposition comes from within and without. Are you in a battle for the Lord, yet facing stern opposition? Need some encouragement?

In Nehemiah 2, Nehemiah takes a risk. Are you a risk taker? Do you take bold risks, or prayerful risks?

In Nehemiah 4, we meet those opposed to rebuilding the walls. Opposition comes from within and without. Are you in a battle for the Lord, yet facing stern opposition? Need some encouragement?

In Nehemiah 6, Nehemiah faces more enemies, but he refrains from becoming distracted. Does opposition distract you? Do you need some help dealing with enemies?

In Nehemiah 5, Nehemiah faces more challenges: abuse and injustice. How do you respond to abuse and injustice? Do you talk to yourself? Nehemiah did.

In Nehemiah 2, Nehemiah takes a risk. Are you a risk taker? Do you take bold risks, or prayerful risks?

In Nehemiah 2 we get a clear lesson on preparing before the problems arrive and see a signpost to the Saviour. -- more from us at www.saarfellowship.com

In Nehemiah 6 we see how a man of God handles fear. Looking into the New Testament we see what Jesus tells us is the right way to think about fear. Today, we can use these two models to deal with our own fears. 在尼希米記第六章，我們看見一個屬神的人如何面對恐懼。在新約中，我們看見耶穌教導我們如何正確看待恐懼。今天，當我們面臨自身恐懼時，我們可以透過這兩種模式來面對和看待。

Hey Winner, In Nehemiah 11 and 12, we see that the wall has been completed for Jerusalem, and now it's time to repopulate the city. Moving to the city was a sacrifice for most because their livelihood was in farming, which is a bit harder to do in the city. But God gave them a variety of giftings for a reason. So that they could work together and compliment each other to do kingdom work. It's the same for us. God gifts us each with different skills or talents so we can build the kingdom together. Let's talk about it in this short devotional episode. Rooting for you ~ Gabe   CONNECT WITH ME: ➡️ Website: https://redhotmindset.com ➡️ Join the Red Hot Accountability Club: https://redhotmindset.com/rha/ ➡️ Free mini course: Craft Your Marketing Strategy Without Social Media: https://redhotmindset.com/marketing ➡️ Free workshop: 3 pillars to setting and crushing goals in a stress-less, no hustle way https://redhotmindset.com/goals/

In Nehemiah 4, we see how Nehemiah and the people of Jerusalem respond to increasing external threats. The image of the people bravely continuing the work of building the wall while under the threat of attack - armed with sword and trowel - is inspiring, but is it applicable? While we may not be able to mimic how Nehemiah and the people defended themselves, we can learn much from what they saw to be worth defending and why.  在尼希米記第 4 章中，我們看到尼希米和耶路撒冷人民如何應對日益增加的外部威脅。人們在攻擊的威脅下勇敢地繼續建造城牆的形象 —雙手同時持劍和抹刀— 令人鼓舞，但這適用嗎？雖然我們可能無法模仿尼希米和人民如何保衛自己，但我們可以從他們認為值得保衛的東西及其原因中學到許多。

In Nehemiah, the rebuilding of the wall is complete, the people have listened to the Law, and made oaths to stay faithful. At this stage they experience hearts that are overwhelmed with the goodness of God and they come together to celebrate and make a joyful noise. Celebration is essential to our lives as Christians as well, giving us opporutnity to slow down, be filled with Joy and recognize all the parts of our journey with gratitude. Key Verses: Nehemiah 12:27-30, 40-43

The passenger across the aisle from me wasn't very happy. He was complaining to his seatmate on the plane about everything and complaining with a lot of profanity inserted, oh I'd say maybe like every third word. The man next to him was mostly listening as this, shall we say, colorfully spoken speaker cussed out his favorite baseball team, then the service on the plane and the clients he was working with. In fact, I thought he might be religious from the number of times he mentioned the Lord, but well it wasn't really in the right context. He stopped to ask - more like demand I guess - a coffee refill from the flight attendant. And then as the attendant left, he said to his fellow passenger, "By the way, what do you do?" He was going to finally give him a chance to speak. What do you know? And his fellow passenger said, "Oh, I'm a minister." Well, the expression on that man's face was a priceless combination of surprise and embarrassment, but he bounced back pretty quickly. The flight attendant returned right at that moment with his coffee, and this man said with an angelic smile, "God bless you!" Well, it was pretty put on, but it illustrated how quickly we change when we think we're in holy company. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "No Garbage In God's Throne Room." Our word for today from the Word of God, well, it gives us familiar words from Matthew 6:9, reading out of the NIV. "This then is how you should pray, 'Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your Name. Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread and forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors.'" Now, you notice here that Jesus, in teaching us to pray, says that the point of entry into prayer is to say to God, "hallowed is Your Name." Hallowed is not an everyday idea to us; probably you've not heard anybody talk about hallowed things today. I looked it up in the Greek language that the Bible was written in, and the word hallowed is hagiaso in the Greek. It's used for objects that were reserved for sacred purposes. For example, let's say there was a lamp that they designated just to be used in the temple, just for sacred ceremonies, only for holy purposes. That was hagiaso. Whatever is hagiasoed (is that a word?) is elevated; it's treated with reverence. It's treated as if it's highly special. So, basically, we're supposed to begin praying by recognizing the specialness of God like this, "Father, there's no one in your category. There's no one like you, and I really am in the presence of absolute purity." Prayer begins by recognizing who you're talking to, not what you're asking for. And people clean up their act just because there's a minister around, like the guy on the plane. Well, what about when you're in God's presence? You can't realize who God is without cleaning up your act. The first order of business is to go back over the last 24 hours in your prayer and expose those places where you've disappointed God; where you've disobeyed Him and confess it. Express your sadness over that sin. All through the Bible we see this. In Nehemiah 1, his great prayer, he says, "Oh, great and awesome God, I confess our sins." Daniel 9, another great prayer, says, "Oh, great and awesome God, we have sinned." This prayer says, "hallowed be Your Name." And then very shortly after that it says, "Forgive us." Maybe your prayers have become a little flat and powerless. Maybe there's a request without repentance, and there's praise without purity. See, we need to be saying to God, "Father, I know I'm in holy company. I can't be around You and hang on to this garbage." You have an open invitation to God's Throne Room to call the King, your Father. But before you rush to petition the King, please leave your garbage at the door.

Pastor Bobby continues our study of Nehemiah with the message Working Together. In Nehemiah 3, we see a beautiful example of what happens when people from all walks of life unite to accomplish one common purpose. The post Working Together first appeared on Grace Baptist Church Knoxville, Tennessee.

In Nehemiah, the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem serves as the main way God introduces redemption and renewal to his people. When things don't turn out as we had hoped, we are called towards God through adoration and confession. We can appeal to God with the confidence that he will intercede and use our willingness to act for his purposes. Key Verses: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Nehemiah 3:10 Next Jedaiah son of Harumaph repaired the wall across from his own house, and next to him was Hattush son of Hashabneiah. I vividly remember meeting a missionary for the first time. It was at a children's mission in our local park and, with huge excitement, we were introduced to a real live missionary who had been serving God in the Amazon rainforest amongst a tribe whose language hadn't yet been written down. Everything about his life seemed adventurous and he had clearly done a fantastic job of getting alongside the tribal people and finding ways of telling them that God loved them. It was obvious to me that this was exactly what Jesus meant when he told his disciples to go to the ends of the earth. If God has told you to go to the ends of the earth, that's great! I pray you get on really well. But that wasn't all that Jesus said. Jesus told his disciples to start in Jerusalem. Most of us are not told to go to the ends of the earth, we're told to to start where we are. In Nehemiah's account of the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem he identified some people, like Jedaiah, whose task it was to repair the wall across the road from his house. For many of us, the work that God wants us to do doesn't involve a journey. Over the years as a minister, I have worked in a number of different places but many people I know have, impressively, served God in one place and put down deep roots in that location. What matters is that we serve God with all our hearts, wherever we are placed. We must never overlook the importance of home. When Jesus commanded his disciples to witness for him in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and to the ends of the earth, he was saying: start where you are. It may be that, one day, God will call you to go on a long journey for him but today your starting point is your home, your community, your shop, your office, your factory or your school. Question Where is God calling you to serve him today? Prayer Loving God, thank you that you have placed me exactly where I am. Help me to be faithful serving you in my local community. Amen

Trouble for the people of God never comes only from without; trouble also arises from within. In Nehemiah's time, even as the wall of Jerusalem was under construction, members of God's people were oppressing the poor in Israel through the exaction of usury. Nehemiah takes time away from the important building project to deal with this even-more-important matter of spiritual care. He calls the nobles and officials of the people to repent and show proper care and generosity, and the people respond in faith. For his part, Nehemiah leads by example in the matter of generosity and care for members of the household of faith. Rev. Jacob Dandy, pastor at Zion Lutheran Church and School in Terra Bella, CA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Nehemiah 5:1-19. "God Brings His People Home” is a series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Ezra and Nehemiah. After 70 years in exile, the LORD began to fulfill His promise to bring His people back to the Promised Land. In the years that followed, faithful clergy and dedicated laity worked together to rebuild Jerusalem physically and restore the people of God spiritually. Through it all, God was at work to keep His promise of bringing the Savior into the world in the fullness of time.

Hey Winner, In Nehemiah 8 we saw Israel worshipping the Lord. They spent about a month rejoicing because the joy of the Lord was their strength. They worshipped and celebrated all that God has done for them. Now In Nehemiah 9 we move into a transition time of confession. Confession is a way to restore our hearts to God. We restore fellowship with him and can relation freely with him again. His forgiveness brings restorations, it brings healing, it allows fellowship to flow again, it produces hope. So why is it so hard for us to confess our wrongs? Rooting for you ~ Gabe   CONNECT WITH ME: ➡️ Website: https://redhotmindset.com ➡️ Join the Red Hot Accountability Club: https://redhotmindset.com/rha/ ➡️ Free workshop: 3 pillars to setting and crushing goals in a stress-less, no hustle way https://redhotmindset.com/goals/ ➡️ Free workshop: Turn your knowledge into a coaching offer to make both an impact and an income! https://redhotmindset.com/coach

CONTEXT AND INTRODUCTIONNehemiah held a high position in the Persian Empire when God called him to a greater endeavor. The walls around Jerusalem had been destroyed by the Babylonians in 586 B.C., leaving the city without protection, security, and identity. Now, 140 years later, it was time to rebuild the walls. In Nehemiah 3, the true leader did what leaders do best.  Nehemiah recruited a team of proven leaders to lead the rebuilding efforts. He placed them at strategic spots along the wall and delegated the work to them. But starting in chapter 4, those involved in the effort started hearing voices.THE VOICES OF DOUBTAnti-Jewish agitators were “angry and greatly enraged” that the rebuilding project was underway (Neh. 4:1). Their voices delivered statements that challenged the ability, wisdom, leadership, and resources of the Jews (Neh. 4:2-3).THE VOICES OF FEARIsrael's enemy threatened war to stop the work (Neh. 4:6-8). They said that the Jews working on the wall “will not know or see till we come among them and kill them and stop the work” (Neh. 4:11). Even the Jews in the surrounding areas told the Jews working on the wall to stop and flee to safety (Neh. 4:12)THE VOICES OF DISCOURAGEMENTIsrael had been all in (Neh. 2:18) and worked with determination to rebuild the wall to half its height (Neh. 4:6). But the enemy wore them down physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Their strength began to fail, and they were ready to give up (Neh. 4:10).Voices of doubt, fear, and discouragement will wear us down. But Nehemiah, the leader, addressed the voices head-on.--------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

Hey Winner, In Nehemiah 6, those opposed to the wall did everything they could to get Nehemiah to stop the project. And the enemy does the same thing to us in our own projects. First, he'll try to destroy us. If he can't destroy us, he'll try to distract us. If he can't distract us, he'll try to discourage us. And if he can't discourage us, he'll try to deceive us. How do we discern the enemy's tricks and stay obedient to the work God has called us to do? Rooting for you ~ Gabe   CONNECT WITH ME: ➡️ Website: https://redhotmindset.com ➡️ Free workshop: 3 pillars to setting and crushing goals in a stress-less, no hustle way https://redhotmindset.com/goals/ ➡️ Free workshop: Turn your knowledge into a coaching offer to make both an impact and an income! https://redhotmindset.com/coach

In Nehemiah 13, we witness Nehemiah's final efforts to restore Jerusalem's integrity. Join us as we uncover the challenges he faces and the timeless lessons of accountability and renewal found in this powerful conclusion. As always be blessed and enjoy. Please follow, like, and share our podcast with a friend or family member!

Hey Winner, In Nehemiah 5 we notice that the Jews become discouraged once again and our struggling to build the wall of Jerusalem. They know the wall is for their own good and protection, but they're struggling to make means meet in the meantime. They're mortgaging their fields and even selling their kids to slavery to pay the debts they owed. The poor were being oppressed and charged exorbitant amounts o interest, which was, mind you, forbidden by the law of that time. This led to more disappointment for the Jews, and many were ready to give up. So what did Nehemiah do? He spoke truth He took responsibility He made things right He blessed others with his wealth Let's talk about it! Rooting for you ~ Gabe   CONNECT WITH ME: ➡️ Website: https://redhotmindset.com ➡️ Free workshop: 3 pillars to setting and crushing goals in a stress-less, no hustle way https://redhotmindset.com/goals/ ➡️ Free workshop: Turn your knowledge into a coaching offer to make both an impact and an income! https://redhotmindset.com/coach

Hey Winner, What do you do when opposition comes your way? You are on the path you wholeheartedly believe God wants you on, but it seems every way you turn, you come up against a stumbling block or some type of distraction trying to get you to stop. In Nehemiah 4:1-6, the Israelites came up against opposition as they were working on the wall. And two things happened that I want to talk about today: 1) Rather than complaining or gossiping, Nehemiah prayed and 2) the Israelites responded by "building the wall." Let's talk about it! Rooting for you ~ Gabe   CONNECT WITH ME: ➡️ Website: https://redhotmindset.com ➡️ Simplicity & Motherhood online community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4mindfulmamas ➡️ Free workshop: 3 pillars to setting and crushing goals in a stress-less, no hustle way https://redhotmindset.com/goals/ ➡️ Free workshop: Turn your knowledge into a coaching offer to make both an impact and an income! https://redhotmindset.com/coach

By Rick Shabi in Home Office - February 14, 2024 - In Nehemiah 6, the repair of the walls and gates was completed in 52 days, just before the beginning of the seventh month of God's calendar. The people gather together in Jerusalem for the Feast of Trumpets (first day of the seventh month) and listen to God's word, showing deep respect and understanding that they have departed from it. In chapter 8, we see the pattern of the holy convocation as Ezra, Nehemiah, and the scribes spoke to the people, and we see their repentance and tremendous attitude in desiring to return to God and His ways.

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