Before a builder starts building a house, he or she needs a clear idea of the end goal. So we also need to know what we want to build and make sure that it is in line with God’s will and that it is always covered by prayer. Then we will know what to prepare for, expect and focus on.

Citing the example of Nehemiah and his resolve to rebuild his city, Pastor Anthony Liebenberg reminds us how important it is to keep our focus, despite sometimes being discouraged or even mocked. Not only did Nehemia believe God for his city, his church and his community, but also

for God’s provision for his own home.