The other day I was sitting on the living room floor with my two young kids surrounded by multicolor blocks. Construction was well underway on our tallest tower to date when one of my children launched themselves like a missile straight into our masterpiece. Blocks went flying. Tears started flowing (maybe mine).
It’s hard to keep building when you know someone is ready to knock down your progress. While wooden blocks are no big deal, I also know the challenge of taking risks and pouring effort into a project when you feel opposition all around you. We see this truth in our lives and in Scripture, progress rarely coming without a fight.
In Nehemiah 4, the Israelites were working hard to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. They were stepping into the back-breaking work God had called them to, and immediately they faced ridicule. They were called weak, feeble, and even foolish. Their lives were at risk as they built with one hand and carried a weapon of defense in the other.
Can we relate? We may not be rebuilding an ancient wall, but we are building the kingdom of God in our homes, relationships, ministries, businesses, and more. As we step out in faith, we may face criticism from others, hostile circumstances, or destructive lies that try to knock us down.
However, Nehemiah didn’t let mockery and threats derail the mission. Instead, he directed the people to remember God’s great power. This wasn’t toxic positivity, it was a call for courageous dependence. Nehemiah reminded the people that the outcome doesn’t depend on their skill but on the “great and awe-inspiring Lord” (Nehemiah 4:14).
He also encouraged the people to remember who they were fighting for: their families and communities. As Christ followers, we shouldn’t join in God’s work for our own glory but because we are motivated by love of God and His people. When the going gets tough, remembering who we’re building with and who we’re building for can renew our strength.
If we are committed to any meaningful call from God, we should actually expect problems to arise. As the apostle Peter made clear, “Your adversary the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion, looking for anyone he can devour” (1Peter 5:8). Whether we realize it or not, when we do the Lord’s work we take sides in a spiritual battle. The enemy wants to destroy our hope and distract us from God’s call, but Nehemiah and Peter both urged us to resist and stand firm in faith. Progress in the face of opposition isn’t about striving; it’s about relying on God’s strength.
Problems don’t necessarily mean we’re doing something wrong; they might mean we’re doing something right that the enemy wants to squash.
We may be mocked. We may feel outnumbered. But we do not build alone. The great and awe-inspiring Lord has our backs. What God started He will finish victoriously, and we are blessed to join Him in His restoring work.
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It would be so easy to give up in the face of opposition but we must rely on Gods strength and continue the fight.
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I loved the thought that progress is not about striving, but it is dependent upon God’s strength.
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I work in the medical field, the opposition I face is OA , now that God call to take care of the old and young. I must keep going and lose weight so I can finish the assignment God has given me
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1 Peter 5: 6-11 definitely provided reassurance ❤️ Keep on going. Suffering is expected but don’t let it distract you. Keep focus, the Lord is with you and is your strength and comfort. Listen too Maurette Brown Clark- It Ain’t Over.
I love what Stoddard has written here. This is so encouraging because as we are called to partner with the Lord, the enemy does come to kill, steal, and destroy but thanks be to God we have the victory through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
I was reminded of Gideon and how God decreased his army from thousands and thousands down to only 300. God wanted total reliance on Him for victory. We can depend on God.
…Not by might, not by power, but by my Spirit says the Lord. The battle is the Lords and we are assured victory when we rely on Him.
I’m very new to rebuilding my faith, and every day I’m amazed on how much these passages speak to me. I was just having a conversation about this exact fear, being mocked or ridiculed for my faith. “Do not be afraid” and rely on God’s strength. Praise the Lord ❤️
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Progress in the face of opposition isn’t about striving: it’s about relying on God‘s strength.
Amen! Thank you. I believe it was meant for me to read this message.
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So many good take aways from the scripture & devo. Prayers that we discern when we are facing opposition bc we are going God’s way.
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I noted in the devotional that Kaitie mentioned that while we may not be rebuilding an ancient wall, we are building the kingdom of God in our homes, relationships, ministries, and so forth. As a newly empty nester, I need to remember that I am still building God’s kingdom in the lives of my children, and they are still resistant in many ways for reasons I truly cannot understand. But I must love them through it all and embody the love of Jesus in everything I do, because that is the only and best chance I have to leave the legacy I have always longed to build in them. I have faced much opposition from their father that I never understood, but he was/is my Sanballat and my Tobiah. But God is greater, and I must carry the Sword of God’s Word (and be immersed in it) if I am to build something worth leaving behind.
I am praying for you. This sounds incredibly tough, but you are right: what God started He will finish, and He is working in and through you right now. Thank you for sharing your testimony.
A key strategy stood out to me today: multitasking: build with one hand and hold the weapon by the other. (“Those who carried burdens were loaded in such a way that each labored on the work with one hand and held his weapon with the other”). In Nehemiah 4:22, Nehemiah charged the people “Let every man and his servant pass the night within Jerusalem, that they may be a guard for us by night and may labor by day”. Jerusalem was vulnerable, its walls broken down, enemies circling, threats constant. The people could not afford complacency. By day, they rebuilt the ruins, laying stones, carrying burdens, restoring what had been lost. By night, they remained alert, guarding the city from surprise attacks. Both were necessary: if they only built, the enemy would strike. If they only guarded, the city would never be restored. Survival required both labor and vigilance through keeping watch. Same as now. We too live in days when the enemy besieges the city. The “city” is our faith, our families, our churches, our nations. The work of rebuilding godly foundations must go on. But while we labor faithfully during the day, serving God in our jobs, raising children, running the households, mentoring others, advancing the gospel in our workplace, serving at church, standing for truth, we must also guard through prayer and spiritual alertness by night. Prayer, intercession, and watchfulness are our night duties. The enemy does not rest; so neither should our prayers. As Jesus said, “Watch and pray, lest you fall into temptation” (Matthew 26:41). This is the call to spiritual multitasking. We cannot separate labor from watchfulness. Some modern day break down of the broken cities that we can rebuild, let’s take Nehemiah’s imagery of a “city under siege” and translate it into the modern-day areas of Christian influence where the enemy is actively tearing down: education (schools, young minds, school safety, curriculum pushing demonic confusion, removing prayers out of school and sports events), family (fatherlessness, high divorce rates, busyness, rat race stealing family time), government and leadership (corruption, suppression of Christian voices, laws normalize sin, legislation pushing against freedom of speech), social media (this is a real broken city with over exposure to misinformation, manipulation, filth, avenues for pr0paganda to distract, divide, influencers that lead people away, especially kids and young people), faith (compromised doctrine in churches, prosperity driven than truth driven, man pleasing rather than God fearing), individuality (mental health struggles, anxiety, worries, fears, confusion of identity, young people identify by different labels), community safety (homelessness, fentany! overdose, overworked/fatigued police and law enforcement, vulnerable public). Just as Jerusalem’s walls were broken, so too many of our modern “cities” are in turmoil. If we pay attention, we will see. We need to be builders by day, watchmen by night, keep guarding through prayers. May the Lord give us strength and courage, eyes to see, ears to hear, determination to do something, even just to pray daily to war against darkness in areas that ache us, for such a time as this. Time to rise builders and watchmen. Be blessed dear sisters.
Wow Mercy! I LOVED your insights! Workers by day, prayer warriors by night. I am often amazed by what you are able to glean from Scripture and hope someday that I am able to as well. Have you ever led a Bible study? Maybe we can organize an on-line one?:)
Thanks Tami. I am with the small group at my local church, and SRT daily. Praise God, He’s the one who gives the insight. All glory to Him. I’m just sharing what He’s teaching me too.
MERCY,thank you so much for taking time out of your busy schedule to bless us with your insights! Talk about multi-tasking! ☺❤
“The work of rebuilding godly foundations must go on. But while we labor faithfully during the day, serving God in our jobs, raising children, running the households, mentoring others, advancing the gospel in our workplace, serving at church, standing for truth, we must also guard through prayer and spiritual alertness by night. Prayer, intercession, and watchfulness are our night duties. The enemy does not rest; so neither should our prayers. As Jesus said, ‘Watch and pray, lest you fall into temptation’ (Matthew 26:41). This is the call to spiritual multitasking. We cannot separate labor from watchfulness.”
Wow this is amazing insight!! Thank you! I am really going to try to remember what you said when you said ‘We cannot separate labor from watchfulness’..!
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Mercy, thank you for this.
Amazing insights.
They were multitasking, but they were focused on their own walls right in front of their homes. They did not go out looking for the enemy by going to the next town over. They stayed focused on what God called them to accomplish—rebuilding their wall—and trusted God with all their other worries. Staying focused on what is of importance immediately around them, working with the neighbors on both sides, and not being distracted by everything else or everybody else. That is how effective multitasking works.
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After Tanner died I felt like I was rebuilding who I was. I had become a caretaker and was lost without that busyness. Grief was so heavy and I felt so lost. It takes time to rebuild, but with God it is possible.
Amen! In agreement, God still is doing a mighty work in you! You will use your testimony for many more and an advocate for the rare condition he had, for mourning mothers and caretakers, and much more!!
Ditto Rhonda! Hugs,dear, Traci, and take strength from knowing many sisters here empathize. ❤
Hugs Traci. You are such a strong and wonderful mother. The sacrifice you gave has left a lasting mark for so many of us mothers, and mothers to be.
“Humble yourselves- humility. These words have come up soooo many times this week! I thought at first, I must really have a problem! But then God showed me today, that I need to be honest and vulnerable when I need help. Casting my cares on Him instead of trying to work harder and do it all. I need to lean on Him and let others know I’m struggling. Stand firm in my faith and know that opposition doesn’t mean I’m doing something wrong. Surrendering all to God and keep working for Him in the face of opposition!
I hope that made sense.
Praying for all! Your comments are so uplifting and encouraging!
Amen! Opposition is promised by the Lord. But through HIM, we are overcomers!
I get that I always thought humility was one of my strengths. Lately I feel it isn’t.
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Faith without works is dead.
One question in my study Bible was:Nehemiah’s people had to build and defend themselves at the same time. How do you step out in faith and protect yourself at the same time?
Nehemiah was a very wise man. He did some very practical things but relied on G-d for the outcomes. Their enemies were real. They had guards and a defense plan in place.
” From that day on half of my mental did the work while the other half held spears, shields, bows, and armor. ” Nehemiah 4:15.
Ephesians 6:11″ Put on the full armor of God..”
4:23″ And I, my brothers, my servants and the men of the guard with me never took off our clothes.”
I would say Arm yourself with the word of God! They did not have it then, they were walking with God, but no reason not to know the word ourselves today. It tells us what to expect in the last days. We have to have the armor to fight the KNOWN enemy. It is not with others but the Spiritual realm.
Amen. Discernment is also a good guard.
The Genesis 3 narrative of “seeing what is ‘beautiful/good’ and taking it” (or in reverse: “seeing what is ‘not good’ and destroying it”) is everywhere in the Bible. Our distorted view of what is good or not good often (if not, always) leads to destruction.
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Nehemiah shows a different pattern for God’s people: first, turning to God -the Source and Creator of Good- in prayer. Second, seeing the need with His eyes. And finally, being God’s coworkers, restoring the places that had been broken down. God’s work is sustained through the rhythm of prayer and action, faith and vigilance.
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And God’s work is fully completed by Jesus who, through perfect obedience and ongoing relationship with the Father, gave his life for all who believe in Him, “so that they may have life and have it in abundance” (John 10:10).
Amen, so good Julia!!
“God’s work is sustained through the rhythm of prayer and action, faith and vigilance.”
Well said, Julia! ❤
The first part of cour comment is so good! (Well, it all is, but that part, especially, really got me thinking…)
I know a thing or two when having something built (wooden blocks) and having someone (TK student and usually a boy) crashing it down when we announce its time to clean up. The tears come from the student that built it and they hoping to tear it down themselves, and the other student will say: “but you said it was time to clean up” Hmm…..sigh…they are SO cute, however, I can see their sinful nature, as “they knew” the other student was looking forward to tearing it down, but the other student was trying to “be helpful” Hmm….. Okay….gotta go Happy Friday!!
Lol, I bet! You have to have great patience, which I DID NOT! lol Remember my story of subbing THREE times!! ONLY! I think the third time was with these little Kinders!! Who would think they could test you so!!? I couldn’t even get them to cooperate for NAP time! We WANT the nap, they do NOT! lol. Love you friend! Maybe carry your weapon with you…hmmm, that would be ….what? a Spray Bottle would be nice, but I guess that wouldn’t be acceptable. (laughing face). But YOU are building these little guys up with manners and responsibility!!
Adorable and so true.
When do littles learn boundaries? When is respect for others, and their ‘stuff’, made a foundational truth in their lives?
Cleaning up your own stuff, your own mess, instead of asserting power of crashing into someone else’s personal space.
Raising respectful children and not allowing bullying behavior to start has to begin while they are little.
I agree Rhonda and had to laugh about the spray bottle and thought of herding cats! I volunteered in kindergarten classroom, but with small groups. Teaching a whole classroom was reserved for saints with a calling like Mari V!
Warren Wiersbe said in his study Bible (and, of course, this is true for us, too):
“Again, Nehemiah spoke words of encouragement to the people. He reminded them that they were involved in a great work. After all, they were serving a great God and rebuilding the walls of a great city.
He also reminded them that they were not working alone, even though they couldn’t see all of their fellow workers on the wall. God was with all of them and would come to their defense.”
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God is for us, sisters! The Jon Reddick song I shared recently keeps running in my head. ❤
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Great comments sisters! I came away thinking of this song. I haven’t heard it in a long time, but the lyrics apply today.
Our God by Chris Tomlin (partial lyrics)
And if our God is for us
Then who could ever stop us?
And if our God is with us
Then what could stand against?
Then what could stand against?
Our God is greater
Our God is stronger
God, You are higher than any other
Our God is healer
Awesome in power
Our God, our God
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Love, hugs, and prayers! ❤
I love this song so much. Thank you for bringing the lyrics up today ❤️.
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I instantly think of another great person that didn’t let threats and mockery stop his mission! Praise the Lord for his example! (the guy had to have a security team just to talk on a campus)
Many of us expect things to be easy if we are doing the Lord’s work. But no, that is when the enemy wants and needs to attack! He doesn’t want you bringing more of his people to the Lord! If you are passive, he doesn’t really need to attack right?! That’s why it’s easier to be lukewarm. We can just go to church on Sundays, and not face much opposition. Yet, when we step out and go to the world to PREACH of God, that is when we get the most opposition. People don’t like to be told of their wrong ways, the sin they are doing, that they need God in their lives. Our nation needs God and with that obedience! Not an easy message. But that is what we are told to do.
Sometimes it is building the wall to protect what is valuable. Sometimes it is building your church from destruction or from the ground.
Sometimes it is rebuilding our reputation or building our faith from the start.
Nothing comes easy that is important! It is a truth. (probably a Proverb!)
Our testimony will come from our harder tests. But we must fight the enemy…because that means it’s going to be good!!! Oh, it’s going to be good when the enemy wants to stop me!! God could easily save me…but all the testimonies in the Bible are of his warriors going through the fires, and Lion’s dens, and so on. Some had many tests and opposition and were still Martyred in the end. Which doesn’t seem like winning with God, yet we win in the end because we have eternal life with God, not in the lake of fire. Praise God, what the devil meant for harm, God will use for His GLORY! Like we see in the aftermath of our latest Martyr, God is using it to grow his Kingdom!
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Your words are encouraging, Rhonda, and you inspire me to do better, work harder, etc. ❤
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Today’s reading once again inspired me to reflect because of the people’s love & dedication to rebuild what God had blessed them with. God is teaching me how to be a good steward over the blessings He has given me whether that’s my time, talent, or home! These people were stewarding the resources necessary to rebuild their dwelling place and defending themselves against their enemies. I will strive to do the same in my own life! The enemy may be prowling like a lion, but he has no authority over my life. Only my precious Jesus!! Have a fun & safe weekend ladies!
I am pregnant with our 3rd child, and I feel like I am rebuilding my family again. My oldest is 9, and my second is 7. It’s been a while since we have been in a baby phase, and logistics and finances are starting to feel crushing and overwhelming. I know I am struggling sometimes with our, I can be the best mom to all my kids, knowing everyone needs something a little different. How can I contribute to our household, knowing I don’t have the option but to keep working so we have a roof over our heads? I relate to this reading today because I feel like I am constantly building, with one weapon in my hand, to protect, to provide, and to nurture and grow. With a new life we are about to welcome, I am absolutely leaning on courageous dependence.
Such great thought Amanda! I think all moms do that, “building with one weapon in our hands”.
I am gonna borrow the quote from a great man to share with you, because this very quote saved me when raising my 3 little ones, “Children are not a distraction from more important work. They are the most important work” CS Lewis. Most people don’t like important work because they are difficult. Prayers for you AMANDA.
I’m not rebuilding walls. I’m questioning what I was taught it means to follow Christ. What I know is things that matter to me in my 30s no longer cause me to pick up weapons in my 50s. I’m leaning into loving people and trusting God to build relationships. I do not build these alone, I need Jesus to be my co-laborer.
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The Scripture passages and words of encouragement today spoke to my heart so personally. Thank you
Build your wall (whatever that may be) and lean on the Lord for the victory. It may not be in your timeline or your way but the Lord is with us and will be victorious.
I pray we can rest in the peace that God has a plan for us and we will guide us through.
I currently have so much anxiety about so many things – setting up this new house, finding a church, meeting new friends, and just finding where I belong here. I’m so scared I won’t find any of these things and the house won’t get set up and we will just live in lonely chaos forever.
I know…pretty doomsday.
Today I choose to cast my anxiety on the Lord because He cares for me. He wouldn’t have put me in this situation just to have me fail. I pray He will provide opportunities to create a loving, peaceful home. I pray he will send friends my way, and lead us to a good, Bible-believing church. I pray He helps us to feel at home here.
Thank you ladies for your community and your comfort. May you all have a restful, lovely weekend!
One day/one step at a time, Meagan!
Prayer is a good place to start ❤️
Hugs and prayers!
Praying for you Meagan C
Don’t worry my friend! You have a little guy that will make it way easier to step out and connect!! I am positive all churches will have open arms and friendliness! It’s just praying for God to lead you to the right one, but it takes ACTION on our part! Things don’t come easy, we trust in faith, pray without ceasing, and move forward! :))
This one hit me today. I have just found my way back to God, and it’s like I am rebuilding my faith. My bible in one hand and a weapon in the other. The enemy will try to get to me but “Our God will fight for us”
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Amen. You are a great God!
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33
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You see the opposition I face, the doubts that come, and the things that try to pull me away from what You’ve called me to do.Like Nehemiah, help me not to get distracted or discouraged.
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Give me strength to keep going. Help me stay focused on the work You’ve put in front of me. Remind me that I’m not doing this alone — You’re fighting for me, and You’re with me.
When I feel tired or unsure, help me remember who You are: my protector, my help, and my strength. Keep my heart steady, and help me trust You no matter what comes.
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The verses from 1 Peter struck a chord with me this morning-
1 Peter 5:8 -9
8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 9 Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world.
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1 Peter 5:6-7
6 Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, 7 casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.
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Be faithful and patiently on guard, resisting the devil while the Lord works His perfect plan for me.
… Trust and obey, for there’s no other way …
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MARGARET W – thankful for safety of all, praying for you and that these crises resolve soon.
TRACI GENDRON ❤️
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MARTHA HIX ❤️
RHONDA J ❤️
WENDY B ❤️
JULIA C ❤️
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Agreed! There is so much comfort & encouragement in those verses.
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“The enemy wants to destroy our hope and distract us from God’s call…” I feel like this is what I’m battling week after week concerning our ministry.
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I need to daily “reset” my heart & thoughts so that I remember the great & mighty God we serve. He began this church ministry 68 years ago. He has kept it alive through many trials & tribulations and I must believe that He will continue to do so during our ministry here.
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Some of the keys are to pray without ceasing and rejoice evermore. He has put anew song in my heart and I will not let Satan rob me of it!
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Praying for your requests as I read them.
@A Walton – praying that your iron levels will come up.
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Happy Friday sweet She’s!
I’m positive you are doing amazing work through your church ministry! The fact that you care so deeply means that you are doing something right!
Amen, Sharon! ❤️
Prayers for your ministry!
Good morning, SRT sisters! I can’t be here long but have a quick request. I am going on a weekend mission trip with my church. We will be working with the homeless in a refugee community. There are people from 90 people groups in the community (hence the nickname “Ellis Island of the south”). Please pray that God will use our time there for His glory!
I’m praying for each of you and your requests! ❤️
Praying the team is a blessing to those your are serving
Praying for your mission trip Lynne. What a wonderful opportunity! May you be a blessing to those yju minister to, and they to you. ❤️
Praying, Lynne! Wow, 90 people groups! Looking forward to your testimony of all God has done on this trip with y’all being His hands and feet this weekend ❤️
Lynne, you will be such a blessing and ‘breath of fresh air’ for these homeless souls. May God strengthen you and give you peace and protection. Please share when you get back and have a minute! Hugs! ❤
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Dear Lynne, praying for abundant blessings❤️
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Praying for you and your team on your trip. I’m sure God will use you in mighty ways
Praying that you will bless the refugees and that they will feel the love of Jesus and the Holy Spirit.
Praying for you and your group as you serve this weekend!
“We do not build alone. The great and awe-inspiring Lord has our backs. What God started He will finish victoriously, and we are blessed to join Him in His restoring work.”
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We are indeed blessed to be co-laborers with Jesus in building God’s kingdom.
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Just have a small prayer request … just for favor and some breathing room …. I run in a tight budget and and just needing a breather… and the worry to be lifted…
Praying, Ashley, for extra space in your budget and worries to be handed over to Him who sees this need.
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Praying God opens your eyes to ways to bring the needed breather
Father God please give Ashley a breather. Grant her Your favor and please help her not to worry but to give it all to you. In Jesus Name.
Praying you God’s favor & some breathing room over you Ashley!
Praying for God’s peace and provision ❤️
Praying for you, Ashley!
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What a terribly stressful circumstance this must have been for the Jews. Opposition and death threats while they were trying to do hard, manual labor. The enemy’s goal (which has not changed over the years) – to steal and kill and destroy! BUT, the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore, establish, strengthen and support you after you suffer for a little while. Hang on weary soldier, relief is coming!
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This chapter stands out to me because @ 40 years ago I was in a Sunday school class and the best Sunday school teacher I’ve ever had was teaching this. He emphasized “the people had a mind to work ” .he was and still a worker for God . Even though he has parkinsons ,he’s there every Sunday . He’s a Godly example to my husband and i.
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As you all may know, I recently retired from my job with the church after 18 years of serving ALL to the best of my ability..
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At my last farewell gathering,(5 in total) the 60 odd guest were asked if any wanted to say a few words on how they would remember me on the journey of serving. Most hands went up.. but the lead pastor got to speak first.. his leading words were..”her fierce love..” He then began to relate the story of how the powers that be wanted me to use more expensive sausages for a ten week course they were running, because the ones I was serving were a tad inferior. They were sausages. They were tasty. They were reasonably priced and jazzed up in a casserole with mash and vegetables they were a decent meal!
Already I was cross that they were not being good stewards of the monies given, but then to tell me to continue to serve the ‘inferior’ sausages to the disadvantaged had my blood boiling!
Excuse me! What!!!
What was so special about the people on the course? Why, if you are introducing them to Jesus do you want to have a them and us divide? Did Jesus not love the unfortunate as much as the fortunate? Did He not die for US ALL on that cross or did I get the Gospel wrong?
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To say I was mad would be an understatement..
I’m sorry but, you do not belittle someone who is down, no matter what.. treat them as you would want to be treated..
I argued, I fought, I offered my resignation..
Needless to say, everyone was eating the same sausages after thst!
I pray now, in retirement that I will still carry thst ‘..fierce love..’ in ALL I do and am.
Opposition may come at a cost, but for God and His people, it will always be worth it.. because He will always, always guide you right and be with you in the fight!
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Can you believe it’s the weekend?
Be blessed as you carry some ‘fierce love’ in your heart for those whose voices are not heard !
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Much love and hugs wrapped in grateful prayers for you all..♥️♥️♥️♥️
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Brings to mind Romans 12:3 For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has dealt to each one a measure of faith.
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And also the saying, get off your high horse.
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Have a great weekend!
Praising God for your courage and “fierce love”
Good for you Tina for standing up for what you thought to be right. Whatever we do, we are to do all to the glory of God – even if it means serving the more expensive sausages to everyone! Never lose your fierce love.
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Aww sweet Tina. Fierce love and amazing chef you are!♥️
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Love you Tina and your fierce love for ALL of God’s people.
Keep at it, even when others think you’re being foolish. God sees and loves every (seemingly) little thing you do. Satan sees it too, and will try to take you down. Don’t let that happen. ❤️
Amen, Late-to-Bed sister! Hope you slept well! ❤
lol, great observation.
I couldn’t sleep. I got out of bed after laying awake there longer than I should have!
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I didn’t want to be the first post… but alas, I was. Ugh.