In this episode of The Unfinished Podcast, Tracie unpacks the theme of staying focused on God in the midst of opposition and distraction.

☕ Coffee Break with Tracie

• ​ Why God may be closing our ears to certain voices.
• ​ Peter walking on water: the danger of shifting our focus from Jesus.
• ​ The reminder from Titus about sound doctrine and upright teaching.

📖 Study in Nehemiah 4–6

• ​ Chapter 4: External opposition, mockery, and fear → Nehemiah responds with prayer and strategy.
• ​ Chapter 5: Internal struggles and injustice → Nehemiah confronts sin and models integrity.
• ​ Chapter 6: Distractions, lies, and intimidation → Nehemiah refuses to come down and prays, “Lord, strengthen my hands.”

🪞 Mirror Moments

• ​ Am I focusing more on voices about God than on God Himself?
• ​ Where am I letting discouragement or distractions weaken my hands?
• ​ What does it look like for me to stay on the wall God has called me to?

🔑 Key Takeaway: Keep your eyes on Jesus and your hands on the work. Don’t come down.