We all have times of discouragement. Sometimes they are the result of unmet expectations. We can be let down by people we love, We can be tired, frustrated, afraid or from failures that have happened. There are many causes to discouragement but we can’t let it develop into depression. 

By definition: Discouragement refers to the feeling of losing confidence and enthusiasm. It often arises from disappointment or setbacks, leading to a state where motivation is diminished. The condition of being discouraged; Something that discourages; a deterrent. The act of discouraging, or the state of being discouraged; depression or weakening of confidence; dejection.

Discouragement is one of the most disabling emotions in our lives. It is not an intense state of mind, but a subtle one, which affects your actions, thoughts, and routines of day to day life. Discouragement makes you cancel plans, cease to want to start projects, pull the blanket over your head, and it can isolate you. 

We are looking at Nehemiah’s experience with discouragement..