Category Archives: Rise & Build – Nehemiah

Building God’s Way – Nehemiah 7

We are wrapping up our series, Rise & Build. When we left Nehemiah last week, he had just finished building the wall.  He accomplished in 52 days what other people could not accomplish in 70 years. We read last week: … Continue reading

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Facing Fear and Intimidation – Nehemiah 6: 5-16

Fear and intimidation are effective tactics an enemy will use to discourage people. Can you recognize these tactics? When Sanballat and Co. see that Nehemiah won’t negotiate, they go to plan B: fear and intimidation. He sends a letter to … Continue reading

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Staying Focused – Nehemiah 6:1-4

Do you have any unfinished projects lying around collecting dust? Who doesn’t?  It’s so easy to get sidetracked isn’t it? It takes determination to finish what we start because there are always so many competing distractions. One thing that clearly … Continue reading

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What to Do When Facing Opposition – Nehemiah 4

Now let’s look at some steps that will help us when we find ourselves discouraged, overwhelmed, and facing an increase of opposition.   Handling Opposition  Talk to God  4 Hear us, O our God, for we are despised. Turn their insults … Continue reading

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