Crossroads Church of God, Lima OH

The Story of Zechariah

∙  Do not be afraid

∙  Your prayers have been heard

∙  Grace stirs up hope

Nehemiah: Set For Joy

• Joy begins with purity
• Purity leads to joy-filled worship
• Joy-filled worship leads to generosity
• Generosity leads to joy-filled blessing

Nehemiah 10 focuses on the covenant promises that Israel made towards each other. Pastor Brian challenges us to follow in their footsteps and make covenants of purity, healthy work/life balance and how to steward resources for God's purpose.

∙  God’s people are built by God’s Word

∙  A desire for God’s Word

∙  A reverence for God’s Word

∙  Joy in applying God’s Word

Nehemiah 5

Scripture Used: Nehemiah 4:1-10, Philippians 1:6

Notes

• When faced with words and accusation, respond in honest prayer
• When faced with confusion, respond with alertness
• When faced with fear, pray Thy will be done

Scripture Used: Nehemiah 2:11-12, 17-20; Proverbs 15:22, Isaiah 56:3

Notes:

• Discernment begins with rest
• Discern with others
• Remember God's faithfulness
• Value people in decision making

Scripture Used: Deuteronomy 31:20, 29; Nehemiah 1:1-11

Notes:

• Hear the difficult truth
• Weep & Mourn
• Prayer Informed by Scripture 
  • Confession (personal and collective)
• Call on Promises of God
  • Faithful and Merciful

Scripture Used: Matthew 17:1-5, John 5:19-20, John 16:12-15, Matthew 16:25

∙ Trinity of God (Father, Son, Spirit)

∙ Value of humility (corporate gathering)

•   ∙ Pray for unity
•   ∙ Be a blessing
•   ∙ Commitment to generosity

∙ Value of humility (personal experience)

•   ∙ Serve
•   ∙ Faithful giving
•   ∙ Expressive worship