And I sent messengers unto them, saying, I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down: why should the work cease, whilst I leave it, and come down to you?
Nehemiah
The book of Nehemiah tells the inspiring story of God’s faithfulness, leadership, and the restoration of Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. Nehemiah, serving as cupbearer to the Persian king, leads the people in rebuilding the city walls despite opposition and challenges. The book highlights courage, prayer, and reliance on God in the face of adversity, showing how faith and determination can overcome obstacles.
Nehemiah emphasizes the importance of leadership, community, and devotion to God’s law. It demonstrates that spiritual renewal is inseparable from practical action—rebuilding the walls is both a physical and symbolic restoration of God’s people. The book also encourages personal and communal accountability, emphasizing obedience, repentance, and unity.
This book inspires believers to trust God in difficult circumstances, take bold action in accordance with His will, and lead with integrity and faithfulness. Nehemiah reminds us that God equips those who are willing to serve Him and that His purposes are accomplished through dedication and prayerful effort.
Explore the book of Nehemiah to learn about leadership, perseverance, and God’s faithfulness in restoring His people and accomplishing His plans.
Nehemiah 6:4
Yet they sent unto me four times after this sort; and I answered them after the same manner.
Nehemiah 6:5
Then sent Sanballat his servant unto me in like manner the fifth time with an open letter in his hand;
Nehemiah 6:6
Wherein was written, It is reported among the heathen, and Gashmu saith it, that thou and the Jews think to rebel: for which cause thou buildest the wall, that thou mayest be their king, according to these words.
Nehemiah 6:7
And thou hast also appointed prophets to preach of thee at Jerusalem, saying, There is a king in Judah: and now shall it be reported to the king according to these words. Come now therefore, and let us take counsel together.
Nehemiah 6:8
Then I sent unto him, saying, There are no such things done as thou sayest, but thou feignest them out of thine own heart.
Nehemiah 6:9
For they all made us afraid, saying, Their hands shall be weakened from the work, that it be not done. Now therefore, O God, strengthen my hands.
Nehemiah 7:1
Now it came to pass, when the wall was built, and I had set up the doors, and the porters and the singers and the Levites were appointed,
Nehemiah 7:10
The children of Arah, six hundred fifty and two.
Nehemiah 7:11
The children of Pahathmoab, of the children of Jeshua and Joab, two thousand and eight hundred and eighteen.
Nehemiah 7:12
The children of Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four.
Nehemiah 7:13
The children of Zattu, eight hundred forty and five.
Nehemiah 7:14
The children of Zaccai, seven hundred and threescore.
Nehemiah 7:15
The children of Binnui, six hundred forty and eight.
Nehemiah 7:16
The children of Bebai, six hundred twenty and eight.
Nehemiah 7:17
The children of Azgad, two thousand three hundred twenty and two.
Nehemiah 7:18
The children of Adonikam, six hundred threescore and seven.
Nehemiah 7:19
The children of Bigvai, two thousand threescore and seven.
Nehemiah 7:2
That I gave my brother Hanani, and Hananiah the ruler of the palace, charge over Jerusalem: for he was a faithful man, and feared God above many.
Nehemiah 7:20
The children of Adin, six hundred fifty and five.
Nehemiah 7:21
The children of Ater of Hezekiah, ninety and eight.
Nehemiah 7:22
The children of Hashum, three hundred twenty and eight.
Nehemiah 7:23
The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and four.
Nehemiah 7:24
The children of Hariph, an hundred and twelve.
Nehemiah 7:25
The children of Gibeon, ninety and five.
Nehemiah 7:26
The men of Bethlehem and Netophah, an hundred fourscore and eight.
Nehemiah 7:27
The men of Anathoth, an hundred twenty and eight.
Nehemiah 7:28
The men of Bethazmaveth, forty and two.
Nehemiah 7:29
The men of Kirjathjearim, Chephirah, and Beeroth, seven hundred forty and three.
Nehemiah 7:3
And I said unto them, Let not the gates of Jerusalem be opened until the sun be hot; and while they stand by, let them shut the doors, and bar them: and appoint watches of the inhabitants of Jerusalem, every one in his watch, and every one to be over against his house.