What kind of opposition do Nehemiah and the people of God face as they rebuild? What is its ultimate character and source? They counter it with determination, but what is their determination grounded in? In what or whom do they trust? Join us as we consider what challenge this passage presents to us.

How are we to respond in the face of discouraging news concerning Christ’s church? Join us as we meet Nehemiah and consider his response of prayer joined with action, trusting in the God of the covenant to honor his word and show favor to his people, noting that underneath it all is confidence in God’s character as a covenant-keeping God.