When God's People are Engaged in the Purposes of God - Nehemiah Lesson 2; Eps. 4

When God's people step out to engage the purposes of God, they will often be met with resistance. When Israel began to rebuild their walls, their enemies opposed their progress and even threatened their lives. But with prayer and perseverance, they overcame and accomplished the purposes of God. I. The priest and Levites led the way, setting an example that the spiritual leaders ought to be leading the way in advancing the Kingdom of God in the face of cultural opposition.  II. The Community United for the Purposes of God, each bringing his personal skill set to the table. III. Their enemies Opposes their efforts IV Nehemiah prayed  V The Community Persevered VI The Community made thing right with their fellow countrymen/believers giving credibility to their faith.