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S3 Ep70: Not Gonna Fall for It aka Nehemiah 6

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In his sermon, Pastor Nick explores Nehemiah 6, highlighting the persistent efforts of Sanballat, Tobiah, and Gesham to undermine Nehemiah’s mission of rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Despite mockery and direct threats, Nehemiah remained diligent, recognizing that their opposition was ultimately against God's work rather than just a personal vendetta against him. Pastor Nick relates this struggle to the modern challenges faced by the church, emphasizing the importance of spiritual preparation and the necessity of maintaining integrity and purpose in the midst of adversarial forces. He draws parallels between Nehemiah’s commitment to the welfare of the Israelites and the church's responsibility to advocate for the marginalized and uphold biblical truth. Pastor Nick emphasizes the need for the church to remain vigilant, rooted in truth while also extending grace. He acknowledges that opposition will arise, but encourages believers to focus on their mission without being distracted. Pastor Nick recounts personal experiences with accusations and online criticism but stresses the importance of perseverance and steadfastness in fulfilling God's call. The sermon ends on a hopeful note, reminding the congregation that, like Nehemiah, they are called to work towards the greater good and prepare for the return of Jesus, ensuring that their efforts contribute to God's kingdom despite the challenges that may come.
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In his sermon, Pastor Nick explores Nehemiah 6, highlighting the persistent efforts of Sanballat, Tobiah, and Gesham to undermine Nehemiah’s mission of rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Despite mockery and direct threats, Nehemiah remained diligent, recognizing that their opposition was ultimately against God's work rather than just a personal vendetta against him. Pastor Nick relates this struggle to the modern challenges faced by the church, emphasizing the importance of spiritual preparation and the necessity of maintaining integrity and purpose in the midst of adversarial forces. He draws parallels between Nehemiah’s commitment to the welfare of the Israelites and the church's responsibility to advocate for the marginalized and uphold biblical truth. Pastor Nick emphasizes the need for the church to remain vigilant, rooted in truth while also extending grace. He acknowledges that opposition will arise, but encourages believers to focus on their mission without being distracted. Pastor Nick recounts personal experiences with accusations and online criticism but stresses the importance of perseverance and steadfastness in fulfilling God's call. The sermon ends on a hopeful note, reminding the congregation that, like Nehemiah, they are called to work towards the greater good and prepare for the return of Jesus, ensuring that their efforts contribute to God's kingdom despite the challenges that may come.
  continue reading

112 episodes

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