Nehemiah 2:9-20 [Assessment and Antagonism] (Rod Ohmes) - Audio

Ramsey Creek Baptist Church Sermons

Nehemiah's example shows that praying is key and planning is prudent. He also knew that he would need the people of God to accomplish the will of God. He wasn't riding in to be the savior, but to work alongside them. The rebuilding work would invovle physical labor, and as the people were rebuilding the walls, they'd also be tearing down shame and fear. Even now in our own lives, God’s rebuilding work often involves physical action, but it always involves spiritual action. The success of their work would not be because of king Artaxerxes’ permission and authority to rebuild, but because of God’s authority. Challenge: Positive progression forward is always accompanied by hard work. Encouragement: You’re not alone in the work.