Nehemiah 4-7

God had burdened Nehemiah to lead the effort to rebuild the wall around Jerusalem. There were enemies nearby who tried to discourage the work with jeers. There were other enemies nearby who sought to stop the work by issuing threats. Others sought to bring legal action against them, accusing them of planning a revolt. Even creation "fought" against the work, for there was a drought and famine. Because of these conditions those within the assembly, who were focused on their own gain, took advantage of those worked, and sold some into slavery. Nehemiah stuck to his plan, and in spite of the obstacels, God brought about the completion of the project.
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Stuart