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Roy took us through the journey behind the message of facing opposition. Although opposition is real, it is never the final word - God is. Like Nehemiah, we are called to remember the Lord, pray, stay alert and keep building. The enemy's roar may be loud, however faith stands firm, trusting that Jesus is Lord. True victory begins with submitting to God's authority, trusting His power and perseverance.

Word for Today:Nehemiah‬ ‭13‬:‭31‬ ‭NKJV‬‬..Remember me, O my God, for good!ReflectionAs you journey through life, you'll face opportunities to compromise God's standards in order to fit in, gain approval, or avoid criticism. Like Nehemiah, choose faithfulness over compromise. Remember, people's approval is temporary, but God's approval is eternal.

Word for Today:‭‭Matthew‬ ‭23‬:‭26‬ ‭TPT‬‬Shouldn't the one who cleans the outside also be concerned with cleaning the inside? You need to have more than clean dishes; you need clean hearts!ReflectionNehemiah understood that rebuilding Jerusalem's walls without restoring the people's hearts would have left the work incomplete. Like Nehemiah, don't focus only on rebuilding the outward areas of your life, allow the Holy Spirit to restore and transform your heart also.

What if the opposition you're facing isn't a sign to stop—but proof that you're building something that matters? This week Heather explores the inspiring story of Nehemiah, a reluctant leader who helped rebuild Jerusalem despite overwhelming obstacles. Through a life coaching lens, she uncovers timeless principles that apply to our families, faith, careers, relationships, and personal growth. In this episode you'll learn: Why your vision often needs protection before it needs publicity How to interpret resistance and opposition differently Why healthy boundaries are essential to fulfilling your purpose What Nehemiah teaches us about staying focused on our God-given work How coaching helps us remain aligned with our deepest convictions If you've ever questioned your direction, become discouraged by obstacles, or struggled to protect your priorities, this episode offers practical tools and fresh perspective. View on YouTube, go HERE. For more information and available downloads, go to: https://ldslifecoaches.com/ All content is copyrighted to Heather Rackham and featured coaches. Do not use without permission.  

When Sanballat the Horonite and Tobiah the Ammonite official heard about this, they were very much disturbed that someone had come to promote the welfare of the Israelites (Nehemiah 2:10). Nehemiah finally makes it to Jerusalem. With letters from the king, he is official – coming with royal authority. And he did not come alone, but with an escort of officials and cavalry. His coming did not go unnoticed, but very much disturbed Sanballat and Tobiah, who were the local powerbrokers. They were endeavoring to keep Israel weak, thereby securing their own power and influence. They recognized that his coming was a threat to their grip on power. And they would continue to be a thorn in Nehemiah's side, seeking to undermine both the physical and spiritual progress he sought to bring. We may find this a mere curiosity with little relevance for us today, being far removed in time and geography. But Sanballat and Tobiah are included in this story for our edification. They are part of the long resistance to God's kingdom which will continue until Christ returns. As Jesus said to his disciples, "Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy" (John 16:20). He also taught us to pray, "lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one."  Sometimes we may face people like Sanballat and Tobiah: people who really do not want God's church to grow and thrive, or Christians to mature. More often our enemies are not physical, thus the Heidelberg Catechism includes the line, "our sworn enemies-the devil, the world, and our own flesh-never stop attacking us" (A 127). This is seen when the hidden sins of Christian leaders are exposed. The church bears the shame, and many have given up on the church, and even on God, because of these failures. But we, who fly under the public radar, are no less afflicted by 'our sworn enemies'. What about you? How have you experienced the attacks of our enemies? Has your faith weakened in the preceding months? If so, are you going to do something about it? Nehemiah writes that 'the gracious hand of God was on him.' Here is the key. As the Catechism says, "By ourselves we are too weak to hold our own even for a moment." So, asking, "are you going to do something about it?', is asking the wrong kind of question. The Catechism gives us a better avenue when it teaches us to pray, "And so, Lord, uphold us and make us strong with the strength of your Holy Spirit, so that we may not go down to defeat in this spiritual struggle, but may firmly resist our enemies until we finally win the complete victory." Like Nehemiah, we can trust in God and pray that he strengthens us. As you journey on, go with his blessing: May the peace of the Lord Christ go with you, wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May your day end with rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May you rest in his provision as he brings night, and then new dawn.

Word for Today:‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭31‬:‭8‬ ‭NLT‬‬Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed.ReflectionRegardless of your position, you will have moments when God requires you to speak up against injustice. Like Nehemiah, may we have the wisdom to respond carefully, the courage to confront wrongdoing with love and truth, and the humility to seek restoration rather than revenge.

Nehemiah was a courageous leader, who successfully led the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls. However, he often became furious with the Jewish people for their sin. He cared deeply about accomplishing God's will, but he was not patient or gentle when the people fell short. Like Nehemiah, we often try to force people to do what is right, but […]

Following God has never depended on living in the right place.It has always depended on having the right heart.In this message, we continue our journey Through the Bible by following God's people through exile. Jerusalem has fallen. The Temple has been destroyed. Israel has been carried into Babylon. Yet even in a foreign land, God continues to raise up faithful men and women to accomplish His purposes.Using passages from Daniel, Ezekiel, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, and 1 Peter, we explore:• Why God allowed Israel to go into exile• How Daniel and his friends remained faithful in Babylon• The purpose of the Old Testament prophets• God's promise to restore His people after 70 years• Ezra and Nehemiah's mission to rebuild Jerusalem• How God used Esther to save His people• Why God's presence isn't confined to a building• What it means to live faithfully in a culture that doesn't follow GodThis message isn't just about Israel's exile.It's about ours.As followers of Jesus, we live in a world that isn't our home.But like Daniel...Like Esther...Like Nehemiah...God has placed us exactly where we are for a purpose.You don't have to become like the culture to make a difference in the culture.You can love God, stand firm in your faith, and be used by Him—even in Babylon.“For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place... And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?” — Esther 4:14

In this sermon from Nehemiah 6, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks how the enemy uses opportunity, criticism, fear, and temptation to pull God's people off the wall of their calling. Like Nehemiah, Christians must learn to say, “I am doing a great work and cannot come down,” refusing to live for the approval of man and staying focused on obeying Jesus no matter the cost.Register today for Freedom Con (LESS THAN TWO WEEKS AWAY!)➡️ Learn more here: https://www.FreedomCon26.comSupport the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources. 

Stan took us through the book of Nehemiah 6. The enemy often shifts from attacking the work itself to attacking the leader through distraction, intimidation and deception in an attempt to derail God's purpose. Like Nehemiah, we must remain discerning and steadfast by saying yes to what strengthens our calling, standing on the word of God in the face of fear and rejecting deceptive compromises disguised as wisdom.

The Attack of Distraction: Nehemiah's enemies repeatedly tried to lure him away from his work under the guise of meeting. The speaker warns that believers must be cautious of outside influences that try to pull them away from what God has called them to do. Like Nehemiah, Christians must recognize that their spiritual work is the priority and refuse to "come down." The Attack of Slander: The enemy used false reports to ruin Nehemiah's reputation and question his motives. The speaker notes that people will inevitably say negative things, particularly on social media, but Christians should not invest emotional energy into critics who do not matter in the grand scheme of life. The Attack of Fear and False Counsel: Enemies hired a false prophet to trick Nehemiah into hiding in the temple out of fear for his life. The speaker highlights how fear is a weapon that paralyzes ministry and causes people to compromise their convictions. Nehemiah's strong spiritual discernment—developed through a consistent walk with God—allowed him to recognize the deceit and refuse to flee.

A godly man does not look at what is broken and walk away; he carries the burden to rebuild it. In Nehemiah 1, we see a man who refused to stay detached from the pain of his people. When he heard that Jerusalem's walls were in ruins, he did not strategize first; he wept, fasted, and prayed. Before he ever led with action, he led with surrender. This message reminds us that real spiritual leadership is not driven by urgency or ego, but by a burden shaped in the presence of God. Nehemiah moved forward with clarity, courage, and conviction, even when opposition came and pressure mounted. He did not quit when it got hard; he stood firm and kept building. Like Nehemiah, we are called to be people who pray before we act, who stay faithful under pressure, and who refuse to abandon what God has placed in our hands. Because the work of rebuilding is never easy, but it is always worth it.

Stan explores how God gives each person a unique calling, often revealed through moments that disrupt our comfort and redirect our lives. Like Nehemiah, we must be willing to leave what is familiar, respond to the burdens God places inn our hearts, and trust Him on a non-linear faith journey. Stepping into this calling requires prayer, courage and the willingness to face fears and overcome what holds us back.

Genesis 6:11-17 and Noah’s Ark The earth was corrupt and filled with violence. God saw the corruption of all flesh. God told Noah the end of all flesh had come. God would destroy them with the earth. Noah was instructed to build an ark of gopher wood, with rooms, and to pitch it within and without. God would bring a flood to destroy all flesh with the breath of life. God would establish a covenant with Noah, his sons, wife, and sons’ wives to enter the ark. Jesus Christ and Salvation Before the foundation of the earth, Jesus was with God. John 1:1 states the Word was God and with God. The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us, referring to Jesus Christ. Man was created perfect in God’s image but became corrupt through sin in the Garden of Eden. Adam and Eve were tempted by the serpent, leading to sin entering the world. Everyone needs to be saved. Many people build their “ark” on worldly things, which provide temporary happiness but will ultimately fail. Build hopes on eternal things. Nehemiah’s story is an example of opposition when building for God. Sandalot mocked Nehemiah and those building. Like Nehemiah, Christians face mockery for their faith. Noah’s Ark as a Metaphor for Salvation People likely mocked Noah for building an ark, as they had never seen rain. Similarly, people mock those who worship God. God established a covenant with Noah. Noah preached to get on the ark before the flood came. The door of the ark is open now for those who are not saved. Accept the extended hand of mercy to enter the “ark.” Revelation speaks of the river of life and abundant life in heaven. John saw the new Jerusalem coming down from heaven. Old Testament covenants required animal sacrifices, which were imperfect. God sought one worthy to come to earth and found Jesus. John wept because no one was found worthy to open the seals, but a lamb (Jesus) was found worthy. Jesus ministered to the world, but his own people did not receive him. The door to salvation is open now, but there will come a time when it is too late. Like Noah preaching before the flood, Christians must share the gospel. A fire drill experience served as an analogy. People are looking for a sign to be saved, but when the trumpet sounds, it will be too late. During the fire drill, people were running everywhere, similar to what will happen when the Lord returns. You can’t find grace from family. Put hope and trust in Jesus Christ. Jesus willingly gave his life on the cross for salvation. He could have come off the cross but chose to give his blood. He was placed in a borrowed tomb, signifying his temporary stay. He rose on the third day and appeared in the flesh. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the only hope. Without it, preaching would be in vain. Jesus is alive and interceding for us. Testimony of salvation as a 15-year-old boy. Growing up Methodist, the gospel wasn’t heard in the same way as in the Baptist church. Being dunked in the river doesn’t save you, only the blood of Jesus Christ does. The Lord knew the heart and saved the lost soul. The passing of Alvin Davis, a mentor, led to seeking salvation. Alvin Davis was a hero and taught Sunday school for 40 years. It doesn’t matter if you can read the Bible front to back, you must be saved by the blood of Jesus Christ. His sudden death was a shock. Crying out to God at Alvin’s grave. Prayed to God for an hour and a half. The Lord saved his soul at the graveyard. All that was needed was to ask the Lord into the heart. If your heart is far from Him, He won’t hear you. If your heart’s intent is to get right with the Lord, He will hear you. Prayed at the altar for any sin to be taken away. Didn’t want to be a hindrance to anyone. Being saved by Alvin’s grave is something that will be carried for the rest of life. It wasn’t the rock or the grave that saved, but God coming into the heart. Noah preached about the coming flood, warning people to get on the ark or perish. The next flood will be with fire, not water. The fiery furnace example. Those who threw others into the furnace were slain by the heat. Faith was strong enough to walk into the furnace, knowing God would take care of them. Judgment and Choice The fiery furnace is where God will throw his enemies. God doesn’t send you to hell; it’s your own choice. The devil tempts, but it’s your own will that decides. The ark (Jesus) has come, and the door is still open. The Lord stands at the door and knocks. There is no hope in anything in this world except Jesus Christ. If you are lost, get saved before it’s too late. Nothing in this life gives hope and joy like Jesus Christ. The covenant with Noah is the covenant through Jesus Christ, who came to be the sacrifice for our sins. Praying for those who are lost to be saved before it’s everlasting too late.

In this message, Aaron Pierce shares insights from Nehemiah 1:1–4 and his personal experiences with Steiger International and everyday ministry. God calls every believer to share the truth of Jesus. Like Nehemiah, we should let our hearts be moved by the needs around us and respond with courage and faith, trusting that God is with us wherever He sends us. Be inspired to live out the Great Commission, knowing that God is already at work.Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1–4Speaker: Aaron Pierce from Steiger Church: Grant ChurchTopics Covered:• Personal testimony• Gospel-centered mission• Evangelism and bold faith• God's calling and collaboration• Steiger InternationalSubscribe for weekly sermons, testimonies, and biblical teaching from Grant Church.Share this video to inspire someone to live on a mission for Jesus.#Nehemiah #CalledToGo #GreatCommission #ChristianMission #Evangelism #SteigerInternational #GrantChurch #ChristianTestimony #FaithInActionWatch the complete service: https://youtube.com/live/PylXigBTiEA.We would love to hear from you!Instagram: @grantchurch.caFacebook: grantchurch.caEngage on our website: https://www.grantchurch.ca

Send us a textThe New Year doesn't begin with a goal, it begins with a posture.Before the plans, the resolutions, and the pressure to move forward, God often invites us to pause. To be present. To listen. In this episode, I share why communion with God must come before clarity, and how learning to slow down can set the tone for the entire year ahead.We begin by looking at Moses' request in Exodus 33, where he doesn't ask God for a strategy, he asks for His presence. Because before God gives direction, He gives Himself. Communion with God isn't something to check off, it's a relationship that brings rest, peace, and grounding for new seasons.From there, we talk about being fully present with the people God has already placed in front of us. Jesus moved with compassion because He was attentive, not rushed. When we're always looking ahead, we can miss the holy moments happening right now.We also explore how God gathers the right people for new assignments. Like Nehemiah, we see that favor often opens hearts before the work even begins, and discernment is key as seasons shift.We close with a prayer, asking first for God's favor, His presence, His approval, and His leading, trusting that favor with people flows naturally from alignment with Him.As you step into this New Year, my prayer is that you wouldn't rush ahead of God. That you would walk with Him, be present, gather wisely, and expect peace, not pressure.

Nehemiah is often used to teach leadership principles. But who was Nehemiah fighting for? What was he fighting against? Levi Hazen explores Nehemiah's battle and gives us reasons and methods of battling today.

A couple of weeks ago, we began talking about Nehemiah. And we talked about the biblical principles he used when he began the task of leading the effort to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. And if you'll remember, we said that when Nehemiah had received the commission from the Lord, the walls of Jerusalem had decayed. They were broken down. They had fallen to the ground. And it left the people of God without defense. It left the people of God in despair. And when Nehemiah received his call from God, he fixed his focus on that call. Nehemiah said, "God had laid something on my heart!" And when he felt the call, he fasted. He prayed. He wept. And God had told Nehemiah what to do! And we talked about the fact that God has a job for every one of us! God has a plan for every life! And if we are to ever realize that plan, we needed to spend some time praying and meditating to find the will of God for our lives! Like Nehemiah, we need to fix our focus on God's call. And then after Nehemiah fixed his focus, we said that he went out to survey the situation. He needed to find out how bad the walls were. He went out to find the facts. He arrives in Jerusalem, and rather than asking people about the condition of the people, the city, and the wall, Nehemiah goes out to see what the condition really is for himself! He saw that God's work was in ruin. This morning, I want us to spend some time talking about how, after Nehemiah had formed a fellowship to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem, he fortified his faith and the faith of those around him. So let's start reading in Nehemiah 2:18.

10-19-25 Sermon by Brandon OverholtPart 6 of our Old School Faith: Nehemiah series.Worship songs from this service:Holy SpiritBuild My LifeChrist Be MagnifiedCrowns DownLike what you hear? Join us this Sunday at 8:45am or 10:45am @ 6979 West Oak Highway, Westminster, SC. Come a few minutes early and grab some free coffee and snacks - we'd love to have you!You can also find all of our sermons on our website: www.lifelinecc.com/podcast

In part 2 of our 4 part series in Nehemiah... we are looking at how God is calling us to build our wall. In this episode, Gail walks you through 3 layers of "your wall."The first layer is the spiritual layer. We are building our spiritual lives, we are being, we are surrendering, we are growing in our trust and in our faith. That's a sneak peek. Jump in.In this series, we look at how God was asking Nehemiah, and how He is asking us, to keep returning to His ways, His plans, His ideas, because He always knows what's best for us. He knows what's best for our health, our marriages, our relationships, our business.Like Nehemiah, we are [all] commissioned, we have been given a purpose and direction. I know a lot of women that I work with, they have that spark that we talked about in Episode 1, that spark of desire that God has given them.Jump in and listen to how your spark can help you build the wall God is calling you to build.Learn more about the teachings, trainings and coaching Gail offers by visiting: gailroot.com

Nation building is one of the highest callings known to mankind. It is the sacred duty of a people to frame society around values that embrace righteousness, protect human dignity and build enduring prosperity for posterity. Our story as a nation is still being written. However, history warns us of paths which destroy. Instead, she points us toward the patterns that build. History does not repeat itself. It is repeated only by men who refuse to learn. Nigeria, and indeed Africa stand in need of their own reformation, the kind which transformed Europe and North America in the 16th century and beyond. That reformation laid the foundations of productivity, responsibility and nationhood. So must we also embrace ours in this time under God. The All-Wise God has always depended on His human family to forge nations. And in every generation, He calls His people to engage in this sacred task.Like Nehemiah summoned, we too must arise together and build. It is our time to dream again. It is our time to build with courage, with conviction and with creativity.  It is our time to build with human dignity under the hand of The Almighty God.For the sake of our children, their posterity and for the future of our land, this moment demands that we rise as one and build that which will endure.

Like Nehemiah rebuilding Jerusalems walls, God is calling us to restore whats broken and become bridge-builders in His kingdom, that we might be one flock, united under Yeshua, our Messiah. The post Return to Me appeared first on Emmaus Road Fellowship.

In this powerful message, we're invited to explore the transformative story of Nehemiah and its relevance to our lives today. The book of Nehemiah, the last historical account in the Old Testament, serves as a paradigm for rebuilding and renewal. We're challenged to consider: What makes us cry? What burdens our hearts so deeply that we can't stand it anymore? Like Nehemiah, who wept over the state of Jerusalem, we're called to allow God to break our hearts for what breaks His. This four-month journey of Nehemiah's prayer and fasting reminds us that true change often begins with a period of mourning and seeking God's face. As we contemplate our own 'walls' that need rebuilding - whether in our personal lives, our communities, or our faith - we're encouraged to approach God with both reverence for His greatness and confidence in His faithfulness. The message challenges us to be 'unreasonable' in our faith, stepping out boldly as Nehemiah did, trusting God's purposes even when the task seems impossible.

When God gives vision, it's never just for us to admire—it's for us to act. Like Nehemiah, we're called to seek His direction, pray for His provision, and then rise up together to build what only He can bless.

Pastor Terry's message reminds us that building something lasting for God requires sacrifice, courage, and a clear vision. Like Nehemiah, we are called to see the need, share the vision, and work together—trusting God's hand even when opposition comes. With faith and perseverance, we can rise up, stay committed, and see God's plans fulfilled in our lives and in our church.

By Graham Thomas - When God's people return to Him in faith and obedience, as seen in Judges and Nehemiah, He brings restoration. True obedience means: trusting God even when it's hard, praying for our leaders, and staying rooted in Him. Like Nehemiah, we must choose the hard path early, seek God's strength, and live

Even after a powerful season of revival, worship, and recommitment, Nehemiah 13 reminds us that spiritual compromise can still creep in—slowly, quietly, and often through seemingly justifiable reasons like family loyalty, fatigue, or cynicism. We must be vigilant against this drift, because compromise threatens the very holiness God calls us to. The Spirit of God gently convicts us, but we can learn to silence Him—grieving and eventually quenching His voice. But hope is not lost. Like Nehemiah, who corrected Israel's compromises with fierce love and persistent prayer—"Remember me, O my God"—we are invited to resist compromise by keeping our eyes on the eternal reward. Obedience may bring earthly loss, but heaven holds joy, honor, purpose, and the satisfaction of God's pleasure. We endure because the reward far outweighs the cost. The miracle of Jesus' finished work is not a license to sin but a motivation to live holy, Spirit-sensitive lives, storing up joy in heaven and stirring the joy of our Father even now.

The week, Pastor Zach Pinkerton leads us through Chapter 2 of the Book of Nehemiah. Like Nehemiah, we are reminded that we all have problems in our life, but rather than complaining about those problems, we need to trust god and step into our problems by praying and planning for a resolution.

Adam and Eve andthe deceptive nature and blame game in the garden. Corey and Shauna jump in this week for another “US VS THAT” episode focused on the concept of biblical marriage and how it relates to each of them as individuals. We take a look at the relationships we see in Genesis 3 and how both Adam and Eve play a role in the fall, and how they've seen this impact their marriage and life.What does it mean to have a biblical marriage? Is it cut and dry? We discuss big questions and talk about how conflict in our marriage felt like an opportunity for connection, and that we were sometimes fighting just to feel. We share our unique feelings, wants, and needs, and how scripture has challenged us to try onAgape Love, sacrificial love, like Jesus does so plainly throughout his ministry. Like Nehemiah, we each have our own role on the wall and in our marriage. Our shared heart for unity and oneness brings greater power and clarity to our unique and individual parts, but our eyes remain locked on Jesus with each step. Biblical Marriage, the 50/50 rule, blame cycle, feeling misunderstood, going around the same mountain, porcupine mode, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and SO much more. This episode is jam-packed. ________________________________Seeking a greater relationship with Jesus but don't know where to start? TheFlourishing Faith Tool Kitis a practical resource that will help you develop intentional practices and skills to grow your faith through application and seeking him in all that you do. Join our growing community. Love the podcast and want to support the mission of strengthening the hearts of sons and daughters?⁠Consider supporting the show monthly and sowing a seed.⁠ Your love, encouragement, seeds, and prayer are a blessing to me, I pray the Lord would use your faithfulness to bless you 30, 60, and 100 fold. To him be the glory, SB.

September 22, 2024 - Sunday PM Sermon   Learning to Pray Like Nehemiah Plea to be Heard - (Nehemiah 1:4-11) Remember my Good - (Nehemiah 5:19, 13:14, 13:22, 13:31) Punishment for the Wicked - (Nehemiah 6:14, 13:39) Direction - (Nehemiah 2:4) Protection from Enemies - (Nehemiah 4:4-5, 4:9) Strength - (Nehemiah 6:9)   Duration  32:13  

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“The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this temple; his hands will also complete it. Then you will know that the LORD Almighty has sent me to you. Zechariah 4:9 I declare that like Zerubbabel, my very hands that begun projects God instructed me to start, will complete them with excellence. I am not ashamed to revisit old blueprints and go back to the drawing table with the Lord. Let the cloak of  discouragement and weariness be taken off me. And I enter into the strength of his "now word”, I open this word like a literal door and cross over to an elevated location in the spirit. It is not by might nor by power but it is by the spirit of God. The supply of His spirit of wisdom, revelation and perseverance rests mightily on me And accompany me even as I build, layer by layer, brick by brick. I declare the spirit that is able to let both acceleration and excellence intersect abides with me, Like Nehemiah in the rebuilding of the walls, it will be done in record time without any compromise of quality. I receive skill and mastery in the things I build. I receive favour and influence with the people that I build alongside. I declare that which I build will not draw me away from God but instead draw me closer to Him. This is Sassy and I pray the release of the Kingdom of God into your life. Amen! Anchor Scriptures: Zechariah 4:9 “The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this temple; his hands will also complete it. Then you will know that the Lord Almighty has sent me to you.” Zechariah 4:6 “So he said to me, “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,' says the Lord Almighty.” Nehemiah 1 - 7 Connect with Pastor Yasmin O'Lugudor: Instagram: [@yasmin_o_lugudor] ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/yasmin_o_lugudor/⁠⁠ Youtube: [Yasmin O'Lugudor]  ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFMhc2-gpHvmDVUVE_bA_QA⁠⁠ Email: ⁠sassy@yasminolugudor.com⁠ Produced By The Christ Creatives: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_christ_creatives/⁠

God has created every life with a plan and a purpose. In his sermon "Positioned for Permission," Pastor David Condon shares the story of Nehemiah, communicating imperative steps believers can take to experience God's perfect plans for their lives. As seen in Nehemiah 2:1-9, permission to be used by God is not granted; it is earned through patience, prayer, and preparation. We all have doors that God longs to lead us to, through, and within. However, we have a part to play. Like Nehemiah, we must remain patient, prayerful, and prepared to ensure we are positioned for permission!

God has created every life with a plan and a purpose. In his sermon "Positioned for Permission," Pastor David Condon shares the story of Nehemiah, communicating imperative steps believers can take to experience God's perfect plans for their lives. As seen in Nehemiah 2:1-9, permission to be used by God is not granted; it is earned through patience, prayer, and preparation. We all have doors that God longs to lead us to, through, and within. However, we have a part to play. Like Nehemiah, we must remain patient, prayerful, and prepared to ensure we are positioned for permission!

This sermon is not an admonishment to “be like Nehemiah.” However, LIKE Nehemiah, when you name what is broken and insist on changing it – you’re going to face PUSHBACK. Count on it. Expect it. It’s going to happen. But know that God deals with the truth (way things ARE) – and it’s much easier to fix or address anything in the light. In this message, Max Vanderpool continues our summer series on the Book of Nehemiah - and the idea that you can never go home again.

This sermon is not an admonishment to “be like Nehemiah.” However, LIKE Nehemiah, when you name what is broken and insist on changing it – you’re going to face PUSHBACK. Count on it. Expect it. It’s going to happen. But know that God deals with the truth (way things ARE) – and it’s much easier to fix or address anything in the light. In this message, Max Vanderpool continues our summer series on the Book of Nehemiah - and the idea that you can never go home again.

Nehemiah 2:4-5 The king asked, “Well, how can I help you?” With a prayer to the God of heaven, I replied, “If it please the king, and if you are pleased with me, your servant, send me to Judah to rebuild the city where my ancestors are buried.” This was a terrifying moment. King Artaxerxes noticed that Nehemiah was looking sad. He could tell that there was something troubling his wine taster but Nehemiah had to be very careful with what he said. The king was extremely powerful and if he didn't like the answer it could have been the end for Nehemiah. We read that Nehemiah prayed. In the previous chapter we saw Nehemiah praying at great length but, at this point, time was of the essence. He could only offer up the briefest prayer to God. These ‘arrow' prayers are good. It is a blessing that in the midst of our busy lives we can offer God quick prayers, knowing that he will hear us. But it would be tragic if those were the only kind of prayers that we brought to God. It's the same in any relationship. If the only way I communicated with my wife was by brief greetings as we walked past one another, something would be deeply wrong. But because we talk easily and at length with one another, it is fine that some of our communications are brief. This was clearly the case in Nehemiah's relationship with God. In chapter 1 he spoke at great length to God over a number of days. His firmly established relationship with God meant that he knew he could speak to his heavenly Father at any time. Like Nehemiah, God wants us to enjoy spending leisurely time with him in prayer but also to offer the briefest of prayers, if that's all we can do, on busy days. Question When have arrow prayers been particularly important for you? Prayer Thank you Lord that you love to hear our prayers, both on those days when we have plenty of time to spend with you and on those days when we are in a constant hurry. Amen

The world right now is full of “Geshems” (the Hebrew is Gashmu). Individuals whose names will be remembered for trying to mischaracterize the work of God's people with the intent of stopping God's purposes. It's one of the oldest tricks in the book. They try to entice Christians into meetings and conversations for the sake of interrupting the work that they've been called to and to do them harm. But now is a time for good leadership and good leaders stay steady at the tasks that God has called them to. Like Nehemiah, good leaders ignore the Geshems of the world.

In “Finish the Work: Staying Focused,” Pastor Ted Voltmer encourages us to learn from Nehemiah about how to stay focused on God's vision, and remain steadfast in our purpose. We will face opposition and distractions, but we should not let them stop us! Like Nehemiah, we should pray for strength and trust God to provide what is needed to fulfill His purposes. Ted Voltmer | May 5, 2024Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

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Have you ever been faced with a huge task, afraid to take the first step even when you knew God had called you to it? Perhaps you had everything planned out, knew God was with you, and all that was left was to begin— returning to school, starting foster care classes, or sharing the gospel with that one person in your life. Beginning takes courage! And courage is exactly what we see in Nehemiah and the rest of the people of Jerusalem who would rally with him to rebuild the city's walls. Once Nehemiah finished his reconnaissance mission to learn the lay of the land, he saw just in what a bad shape the city had been (vv. 13–16). Nehemiah gathered the rest of the people of Jerusalem and shared his vision with them. Most importantly, Nehemiah told them all God had already done for him, ensuring that this was not some hair-brained idea from a Persian official: “I also told them about the gracious hand of my God on me and what the king had said to me” (v. 18). Nehemiah's testimony of God's favor gave the people of Jerusalem the courage they needed to begin the enormous task: “They replied, ‘Let us start rebuilding.' So they began this good work” (v. 18). Sometimes in our lives we will be like Nehemiah, called by God to lead for Him in a certain area, perhaps in our family or at our job. Other times we will be like the rest of the people in Jerusalem, called by God to follow someone as they lead out in a way God has called them to. At all times God calls us to trust in Him and go courageously wherever He leads. >> Is there something in your life that God has called you to do, but you've been too afraid to begin? Like Nehemiah, share your plans with those who can help you, trust the Lord, and get to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever been faced with a huge task, afraid to take the first step even when you knew God had called you to it? Perhaps you had everything planned out, knew God was with you, and all that was left was to begin— returning to school, starting foster care classes, or sharing the gospel with that one person in your life. Beginning takes courage! And courage is exactly what we see in Nehemiah and the rest of the people of Jerusalem who would rally with him to rebuild the city’s walls. Once Nehemiah finished his reconnaissance mission to learn the lay of the land, he saw just in what a bad shape the city had been (vv. 13–16). Nehemiah gathered the rest of the people of Jerusalem and shared his vision with them. Most importantly, Nehemiah told them all God had already done for him, ensuring that this was not some hair-brained idea from a Persian official: “I also told them about the gracious hand of my God on me and what the king had said to me” (v. 18). Nehemiah’s testimony of God’s favor gave the people of Jerusalem the courage they needed to begin the enormous task: “They replied, ‘Let us start rebuilding.’ So they began this good work” (v. 18). Sometimes in our lives we will be like Nehemiah, called by God to lead for Him in a certain area, perhaps in our family or at our job. Other times we will be like the rest of the people in Jerusalem, called by God to follow someone as they lead out in a way God has called them to. At all times God calls us to trust in Him and go courageously wherever He leads. >> Is there something in your life that God has called you to do, but you’ve been too afraid to begin? Like Nehemiah, share your plans with those who can help you, trust the Lord, and get to work.