EPISODE · Nov 13, 2025 · 5 MIN
Episode 1156: 21 Days of Prayer, Day 13
from Pursuing God with Gene Appel · host Gene Appel
We’ve talked about staying focused and avoiding distractions. Today, we’re looking at how to stand firm when false accusations and intimidation try to derail us.Nehemiah faced lies, slander, and threats, but instead of lashing out or quitting, he calmly set the record straight and prayed, “Now strengthen my hands.” His example reminds us that courage isn’t loud, it’s steady. It’s the quiet confidence to speak the truth without retaliation and the humility to guard our own words when gossip starts to spread.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside’s conviction that God’s grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God’s presence and activity in your life.
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We’ve talked about staying focused and avoiding distractions. Today, we’re looking at how to stand firm when false accusations and intimidation try to derail us. Nehemiah faced lies, slander, and threats, but instead of lashing out or quitting, he calmly set the record straight and prayed, “Now strengthen my hands.” His example reminds us that courage isn’t loud, it’s steady. It’s the quiet confidence to speak the truth without retaliation and the humility to guard our own words when gossip s...
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Episode 1156: 21 Days of Prayer, Day 13
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