Whenever we try and do something great for God, Satan is right there hoping, scheming and working towards your utter failure. Nehemiah faced tremendous opposition from leaders of surrounding areas - all of whom hated what was happening in Jerusalem.
Nehemiah dealt with with prayer and action!
Chapter 3 is the overview of everyone that participated in the building. As such, this chapter gives us a glimpse both into Nehemiah's leadership and the people's response of building.
This week we cover just 5 verses (2:16-20). It's important to see God's overall plan for Nehemiah, the people and Jerusalem.
The key takeaway: If God is in it - nothing (no-one) can stand against it.
After the king gave him his blessing, letters and an armed guard, Nehemiah set off on a two month journey to Jerusalem.
Nehemiah was an incredible servant of God. When he heard what was going on in Jerusalem, he mourned, wept, fasted and prayed... then got ready!
Nehemiah is an Old Testament figure who's story ends the history of the Old Testament.
There are 12 chronological books in the Old Testament - Genesis, Exodus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings, Ezra and Nehemiah. 400 years of silence follow the events in this book.
In this the last chapter of the Bible, John concludes all of Scripture with the plea - Even so come, Lord Jesus. Amen
In Revelation 20 John records the events that follow the end of the 7 year Tribulation.
Revelation 19 is the penultimate chapter in the book of Revelation. The crescendo of praise echos throughout the heavens (the greek word for hallelujah only occurs here in the New Testament) and then the judgment of God rains down on the earth as Jesus comes riding a white horse with a sword to judge the nations.
Sunday Service Times:
9:15 - Bible School for All Ages
10:15 - Worship
