Johnson Ferry Sermons

Do you feel anxious and worried? Jesus not only commands that we not worry, but also provides practical, constructive actions for how we should handle circumstances out of our control.

When your regular routine is disrupted, are you tempted to compromise how you live? While everyone fails to live right all of the time, see how God used Nehemiah to lead Israel in repentance from their compromises, and how we can do the same.

God's people are called to live differently from the world and must take advantage of confession, prayer, and repentance for God to revive their hearts from sin.

Joy is a defining characteristic in the life of someone who follows God. Demonstrated by Nehemiah leading God's people while in captivity, joy is rooted in a loving, trusting relationship with God and reflected in the choice to worship God regardless of circumstances.

Nehemiah not only remained faithful to obey God while facing opposition and discouragement, but also remained fully dependent on the Lord to accomplish his task. Followers of God today must consider if they are functioning independently of Him or fully relying on His strength to fulfill His purposes.

Nehemiah addresses the people of God taking advantage of each another rather than generously providing for one another. The behavior of God's people should be different from the people of the world in that we show deference to one another for the greater good and for the glory of God.

Leaders face adversity, opposition and criticism when obeying God. Learn how Nehemiah responded to adversity as he carried out his burden for God's people.

Nehemiah's burden to rebuild the wall required full faith in God to provide what he needed to approach the king, assess the work, face opposition and encourage God's people. A leader God uses is one who fully trusts in God to deliver on His promises.

Nehemiah demonstrates the prayers of burdened people are dependent upon God’s character and rooted in God's Word to the praise and glory of God’s name.

Nemehiah experienced holy discontentment that drove him to seek the Lord for change. Christians today must also seek God's wisdom for burdens they carry for others.