Part 3: Overcoming Objection
REFLECTING ON NEHEMIAH’S EXPERIENCE
IN CONTEXT OF CHURCH LIFE IN ISRAEL TODAY
COMEBACK: RISING ABOVE SETBACKS
PART - 3
Nehemiah 4:1-23
Nehemiah was determined to build the wall.
“For zeal for Your house consumes me, and the insults of those who insult You fall on me.”
Psalm 69:9 (NIV)
There was opposition and mockery, but he knew who the enemy was.
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.”
Ephesians 6:12 (NIV)
How did he react?
1. Prayer (Nehemiah 4:4-6)
“Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.”
1 Peter 5:8 (NIV)
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
Philippians 4:6 (NIV)
2. Planning (Nehemiah 4:13, 20-21)
“‘Watch me,’ he told them. ‘Follow my lead. When I get to the edge of the camp, do exactly as I do.’”
Judges 7:17 (NIV)
3. Eyes on the goal (Nehemiah 4:6, 14-15)
“Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before Him He endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
Hebrews 12:2 (NIV)
4. Unity (Nehemiah 4:19-23)
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Galatians 6:2 (NIV)
MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS TO:
Do this week’s YouVersion® Bible App Reading Plan: “Facing Discouragement and Depression” (7-day plan).
Check out this week’s blog or podcast: “Setback: I Want to Give Up”.
Serve somewhere on Comeback Sunday, August 15th, or during For Midland Week.
Get more information about our next Baptism Day on August 1st.
Comeback Sunday - August 15th:
1. Attend in person or online.
2. Give financially - any amount.
3. Serve somewhere Sunday or during For Midland Week.
4. Invite someone to attend in person or online.