Enemies armed with swords countered Nehemiah during his mission. We, too, face opposition in our own lives—it can come in the form of gossip, mixed motives or apathy. Our “swords” can look very different today but are no less dangerous. When somebody has a life-changing event, and they begin to forge a new path, there are people who will come along and distract or pull them away.

Week 2 of 3 in the "Rebuilding" worship series, recorded at Good Shepherd Platte County on August 14, 2016.