Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Nehemiah 4:10-15
by: Linda Harris.
Fear and discouragement overcame the workers on the wall. The work loomed as insurmountable and opposition threatened their lives. Nehemiah rallied the Jews, posted whole families as guards and reminded them of God’s plan.
When facing overwhelming tasks, we may become fearful and disheartened. If you have started a promise notebook (see Friday of lesson 4), look for some verses that assure the strength and presence of God. If you don’t have a notebook yet, here are some promises to get you started: “Remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age” (Matthew 28:20, HCSB). Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will help you; I will hold on to you with My righteous right hand” (Isaiah 41:10, HCSB).