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Scott Chafee
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Walking in His Steps
25 days ago

F-260 Opposition to the Rebuilding - Nehemiah 4:1-23  Why do you think some people get upset when they see others succeed?  When has jealousy ever affected you?  In what situations is competition good?  Why did Sanballat become angry with the Jews? (4:1)  How did Sanballat treat the Jews? (4:1-2)  What did Sanballat and Tobiah do to discourage the Jews from rebuilding the city walls? (4:1-3)  What role did Nehemiah play in these events? (4:1-23)  How did Nehemiah respond to the taunts of his enemies? (4:4-5)  According to Nehemiah, why were the Jews so successful in their work? (4:6)  In what specific ways did Nehemiah and the Israelites show commitment to this project? (4:6-23)  What did Israel’s enemies do when they heard of Israel’s success in rebuilding Jerusalem’s walls? (4:7-8)  How did Nehemiah and the Jews respond to the evil plotting of their enemies? (4:9)  What did Nehemiah do to encourage the Israelites and protect them from their enemies? (4:10-14)  How were the Jews able to return to their work of rebuilding the city walls? (4:15)  Who frustrated the plotting of Israel’s enemies? (4:15)  What sacrifices did the people have to make because of the threats of their enemies? (4:16-18)  What do you admire about the Israelites in this incident?  To what area of life today do Nehemiah’s words speak?  What kinds of events, opposition, or setbacks most discourage you?  How does God want us to deal with discouragement?  How should we respond to negative events or criticism from others?  When have you ever felt opposition from other people when you have done what you thought was morally right?  What practical steps could you take the next time you feel opposition from others for doing what is right?  How does God respond to the diligence of His people?  To what project or work do you need to renew your commitment?  How have you seen the Lord fight for you?  What specific steps could you take this week to renew your commitment to a project you believe is important to accomplish?  What concrete action can you take today to prepare yourself to deal with opposition or criticism from others?  How can you encourage a friend or family member who you know is discouraged?