Daily Readings (Page 311)

Focus, perseverance and determination are keys to success.These stem from the deep desire the people had based on their relationship with God. What may we learn from this? Remember our teachers (SS, SG leaders, YM/YAM Bible study leaders, etc.) in prayers as they prepare for their classes; that God will work in them to bring out God’s truth in their students’…

These men came along and opposed the rebuilding; what were they trying to accomplish? Note vv4-5 on how we should deal with opposition to our commitment to accomplishing God’s task? Do keep our leaders in prayer as they meet tonight desiring to be good stewards of our physical premises so as to facilitate effective ministries in our midst.

Read through the chapter again and trace the building sites with a map. The rebuilding task is meticulous and progressively tedious, some works involved building, others required repairing. Every portion needed people to work on. We pray for those who labour in \”building lives\” within our church, especially those involved in evangelism, discipleship,…

Read through the chapter and note the names of those involved in the rebuilding project. Names refer to people, unique and loved by God, obeying God in the task of building. Let’s be thankful to God for all his provision and blessings in our lives both individually and as a church.

There will always be opposition and obstacles in our service.  As long as we remember that the “hand of God” is upon us, we will accomplish what He sets out for us to do. Let’s again be mindful of God’s presence as we gather as the faithful do, to worship Him tomorrow, bringing along with us the proper gifts of “living sacrifices.”…

Nehemiah prayed and planned meticulously before, he acted on his plans.  Often, we need to learn to act out our resolution to serve God expeditiously. Remember the members of our Sunshine Fellowship who are on a tour to Johor; pray for a good time of fellowship and protection throughout the journey.  

Nehemiah showed us how to be bold in seeking to do the Lord’s bidding. Let’s reflect on our own boldness in serving the Lord. Let us keep our leaders in prayer as they plan and implement decisions made during last weekend’s retreat.  

In between Nehemiah’s conversation with king Artaxerxes, he was having another conversation with God the King.  What does this teach us about our prayer life?  M&E Committee meets tonight with a number of strategic involvements in missions.  Do keep them in prayer for wisdom and courage both in decision-making and in implementation of missions…

God places us in strategic positions to be used to share His concerns and love.  Where has God placed you for this strategic involvement?  What are you doing about it? Let’s remember the participants at the Membership Class as they are being prepared for a deeper commitment and walk in their relationship with God.  

Nehemiah’s sadness gave him away: it was a risk going against his positive and joyous demeanour in his duty.  Should he hide his feelings and pretend all’s well? How should we identify with people who are downtrodden by suppressive societal policies?