NEHEMIAH: Expectation of Faithfulness

Nehemiah
Written By Salem Covenant

Joseph Florestano

Summary by PulpitAI:

This sermon explores the story of Nehemiah, focusing on his response to distressing news about Jerusalem and his subsequent prayer and actions. It contrasts the believer's approach to sadness and difficult circumstances with that of an unbeliever, emphasizing the importance of prayer, faith in God's promises, and expectant hope. The sermon highlights how Nehemiah's understanding of God's character informed his prayer and actions, demonstrating that a person aligned with God's will lives, thinks, and acts with an expectation of God's faithfulness.

Key Points:

  • Believers can embrace sadness while maintaining faith that God is at work.

  • Prayer should be our immediate reaction to challenges and decisions.

  • God's faithfulness means He does what He promises, not necessarily what we want.

  • Knowing and leaning on God's promises in Scripture strengthens our faith.

  • Patience in waiting for God's answers to prayer is crucial.

  • Our doubts often stem from deficiencies in our devotional life, not God's faithfulness.

Scripture References:

  • Nehemiah 1:1-2:8

  • Job 3:3-5

  • Psalm 6:6-7

  • Jeremiah 8:18-21

  • 1 John 5:14-15

  • Psalm 145:18

  • Hebrews 4:16

  • Micah 7:7

  • John 15:7

  • James 1:5

  • 1 Corinthians 10:13

  • John 10:28-29

  • Hebrews 13:5

  • Philippians 1:6

  • Luke 12:40

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