We Are The Church

Aug 23, 2020    Bill Williamson    Nehemiah 3:1 - 4:6

This week we return to Nehemiah. The Israelites begin to work on rebuilding the wall. But, as we saw from two weeks ago, rebuilding the wall is the Lower Story. We will see the Upper Story as we look at Nehemiah 3. There will be too much to read, so before the Worship Service, take time to read the entire chapter of Nehemiah 3. As you read it, try to imagine looking down upon the scene as you soar on Eagles Wings (thanks Dennis for another marvelous sermon). What do you notice? What can you sense is the Upper Story?

Then, as we head into chapter 4, Sanballat is back on the scene. He is scoffing and mocking, but the people continue to labor on the wall. How is it possible to do the work of the Lord when others try to threaten and intimidate God's people? The climate is not too different today as we seek to do the work of the Lord. Yet, as we will see, nothing can deter us from doing the work of the Kingdom, for WE ARE THE CHURCH.