Challenges with long-term work:Boredom: try changing your routineLaziness: try spending time with new converts or non-Christians who will keep you on your toesDiscouragement: help bring others out of discouragement; bring visitors, ask questions, suggest sermons to the pracherHow can we keep from leaving God’s work undone while we “run to our own houses” (Haggai 1:9?Matthew 6:19-21 - Put your emphasis on heavenly treasures.We must make God our first priority.Nehemiah 2:17-18 - Nehemiah took the initiative to be a leader.Nehemiah 3:10 - Nehemiah assigned people to rebuild the wall near their house to help motivate them.The secret to a good work ethic:Recognize the importance of what you are doing.Make a workable plan.Just get to work.Faith