Nehemiah continued with the reform he started in the lives and ways of the people in Jerusalem. The time he was away in Babylon was a time of complacency in the people and maneuvering of the enemy. The Church needs to walk in the spirit constantly; listening and obeying the leading of the Holy Spirit.
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Separate Yourself from Worldly Influences
I do believe we can get so complacent in our walk that we begin to not discern His voice anymore. I speak from experience on this. Eliashib represents us; our soul. He is a priest of the temple, but he is not the High Priest.
Consecrate Yourself to God
The city of Jerusalem has defenses. The temple of God is rebuilt and the people of God are seeking to consecrate themselves and Return to God. Awareness and confession of their sins feeds a time of praise for the goodness and mercy of God. They are revived! Revival Breaks Out Nehemiah 9:1-3, “Now in the […]
Reinstate God as Ruler of Your Heart
Nehemiah came to reestablish the defenses of the city and reinstate God’s order. He has completed part of the task and now begins to focus on the next phase of rebuilding God’s temple. When we finally restore our defenses and recognize the attacks of the enemy we need to restore a watch over our lives. […]
Discernment of the Adversaries Strategies
The greatest weapon we have against the enemy’s tactics is discernment. Discernment is a wisdom and insight that comes from the Holy Spirit.