Navigating Opposition
Navigating Opposition
November 2, 2023
Series: Nehemiah
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Navigating Opposition
Nehemiah 4:1-23
Where we’ve been…
- Nehemiah 1: discern your God-given calling through prayer & fasting
- Nehemiah 2: take courageous action rooted in faith in God
- Nehemiah 3: everyone has an important role to play in serving God
Today’s lesson…
- Nehemiah 4: every significant work for God will face significant opposition
Nehemiah’s Opposition
- Anger
- Mocking insults
- Seeds of doubt
- Direct threats
- Discouragement
Nehemiah’s Response
- Pray for God’s help
- Keep working
- Be prepared
- Encourage faith
- Stay on guard
Our Opposition
- The evil one
- External criticism
- Internal doubt
Our Response
- Put on your spiritual armor
- Pray for your enemies
- Remember your God
