Category Archives: Nehemiah

Great Purposes – Nehemiah 3

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Mark Shields

The thing that leads to early success of the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem is that the work was divided up so that everyone could contribute. They worked together, each doing their part without conflict or self interest. Let … Continue reading →

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Get Up and Ready to Step Ahead

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Mark Shields

In my post yesterday at Boldly Stepping Ahead, I wrote about how Nehemiah boldly took the initiative to rebuild the city of Jerusalem. He prayed about it and God said “Go”. Many times we know what needs to be done … Continue reading →

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Boldly Stepping Ahead

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Mark Shields

Nehemiah took the initiative to talk to the king about his grief toward the condition of Jerusalem. Reading in Nehemiah 2, he prays before talking to the king about his wish to rebuild the city. After praying, Nehemiah’s next step … Continue reading →

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Praise God for His Help

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Mark Shields

I enjoy growing in the Lord with you and how we can encourage each other in our daily walk. Courage is needed to face the truth or say no to what is wrong and yes to what is right. Today, … Continue reading →

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Rally Toward Great Works

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Mark Shields

Nehemiah returns to Jerusalem from exile to rally the people and rebuild the city walls of Jerusalem even against great hostility. Like in the example given in Nehemiah 1, we need to rally the building of the divine kingdom of … Continue reading →