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The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America – Part 9

Greg, John, and Pat continue their discussion on how having the heart of Nehemiah is the secret to rebuilding the church in America. They continued right where they left off in their previous program regarding the warnings of attending “OH NO” meetings.

God is the one who is kept you from a particular job so that you don’t get dragged into an oh no meeting. You still have to watch out for the Sandy Sand storms that are coming against you.

Nehemiah 6:5

Then, the fifth time, Sanballat sent his aide to me with the same message, and in his hand was an unsealed letter in which was written: “It is reported among the nations—and Geshem[b] says it is true—that you and the Jews are plotting to revolt, and therefore you are building the wall. Moreover, according to these reports you are about to become their king and have even appointed prophets to make this proclamation about you in Jerusalem: ‘There is a king in Judah!’ Now this report will get back to the king; so come, let us meet together.”

When the walls go up the enemy begins to freak out because they see they are losing control. Social media is often used as a gap that allows Sanballat to peak through the walls therefore using wisdom is important. They were all scared that they were losing all control and they were even telling on themselves by their false accusations against Nehemiah. They continue to discuss that you must face reality.

Nehemiah 6:8

I sent him this reply: “Nothing like what you are saying is happening; you are just making it up out of your head.”

You need to deal with them directly and tell them no that they are wrong. That is not going to make Sanballat happy. Nehemiah knew that they were just trying to frighten them. You can’t do it in fear you have to do it in faith. There is a thing called paralyzing fear but Nehemiah didn’t succumb but prayed and asked God to strengthen his hands. This reveals the humility that was in Nehemiah’s heart.

Further Opposition to the Rebuilding

Nehemiah 6:2 When word came to Sanballat, Tobiah, Geshem the Arab and the rest of our enemies that I had rebuilt the wall and not a gap was left in it—though up to that time I had not set the doors in the gates— Sanballat and Geshem sent me this message: “Come, let us meet together in one of the villages[a] on the plain of Ono.” But they were scheming to harm me; 3 so I sent messengers to them with this reply: “I am carrying on a great project and cannot go down. Why should the work stop while I leave it and go down to you?” 4 Four times they sent me the same message, and each time I gave them the same answer. Then, the fifth time, Sanballat sent his aide to me with the same message, and in his hand was an unsealed letter in which was written:

“It is reported among the nations—and Geshem[b] says it is true—that you and the Jews are plotting to revolt, and therefore you are building the wall. Moreover, according to these reports you are about to become their king and have even appointed prophets to make this proclamation about you in Jerusalem: ‘There is a king in Judah!’ Now this report will get back to the king; so come, let us meet together.” I sent him this reply: “Nothing like what you are saying is happening; you are just making it up out of your head.” They were all trying to frighten us, thinking, “Their hands will get too weak for the work, and it will not be completed. “But I prayed, “Now strengthen my hands. “One day I went to the house of Shemaiah son of Delaiah, the son of Mehetabel, who was shut in at his home. He said, “Let us meet in the house of God, inside the temple, and let us close the temple doors, because men are coming to kill you—by night they are coming to kill you.” But I said, “Should a man like me run away? Or should someone like me go into the temple to save his life? I will not go!” I realized that God had not sent him, but that he had prophesied against me because Tobiah and Sanballat had hired him. He had been hired to intimidate me so that I would commit a sin by doing this, and then they would give me a bad name to discredit me. He did not succumb to Sanballat's paid prophet.

They continue to discuss how if you remain faithful and don’t come off the Work- We Win- the Walls are completed

The church is scattered today. She is scattered because of leadership. A rebellion towards satan is good and submission to God is good. If you abide with God, He will tell you what to do. They prophesied to him to go lock yourself up in the building. You need to get outside the walls and preach the kingdom of God. All of lucifer’s tactics have one thing in common and that is to stop the work. Don’t be prideful and acknowledge to God that they aren’t trying to intimidate you. They were not stopped and the walls were built in 52 days. Tell yourself I am not going to leave the work. You can’t listen to fear or you will absolutely stop.

They further discuss that when we close up the gaps and build up the walls the church is in order and protected which will result in our nation having safe walls around the country. The whole thing Sanballat was trying to do is to break their confidence. The Bible tells us in Hebrews 10:35-38 “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. For in just a little while he who is coming will come and will not delay. But my righteous[g] one will live by faith. And I take no pleasure in the one who shrinks back.” Are we taking a long journey we don’t have to take? Let’s get outside of the walls.

Nehemiah 6:16

When all our enemies heard about this, all the surrounding nations were afraid and lost their self-confidence, because they realized that this work had been done with the help of our God.

When they saw the work completed they lost their confidence because they realized they were coming against God. The very thing they were trying to do to you actually happened to them. We must have a heart of compassion like Moses by forgiving those who have come against what God is doing. We can rebuild, we will rebuild if we refuse to stop, remain humble, and put our total trust and allegiance in Jesus.

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The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America- Part 7

Positioned and Ready to Defend and Fight

If God touches you with the heart of Nehemiah than maybe you can be used in helping the church. However there are others who want their names in lights they don’t want to be in the low places. We are only as strong as our weakest links. If we are faithful in the low things God will reward us with more responsibility with higher places. He then positioned people by their families. Each family was to stay close to the walls to do their part as we work collectively towards the rebuilding of the church. Every part is important for what God is doing. They remind us of the importance of staying in the word of God so that you can be fully armed. Nehemiah tells them not to be afraid of them but instead to remember the Lord who is great and awesome. Don’t be afraid it’s God who called you and it is God who will build it. Fight for the family of God. Fight against the wolves. There are people who try “save” you from doing the will of God. Nehemiah and the people prepared spiritually and physically. God gave them wisdom on how to defend themselves. All they did was do what God said to do. When they saw the enemy back off; the people went back to work. The Bible tells us in Nehemiah 4:16-18 that “From that day on, half of my men did the work, while the other half were equipped with spears, shields, bows and armor. The officers posted themselves behind all the people of Judah who were building the wall. Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other, and each of the builders wore his sword at his side as he worked. But the man who sounded the trumpet stayed with me.” Be strong in the Lord in the full armor of God so that you can stand against the devils schemes. The best way to defeat satan is to win people from the hordes of hell. Stand after you have done everything. Don’t forget to put on the full armor of God. Fight this spiritual battle. Tell your haters God loves them and has a plan for your life.

Find out more on the VFN Torch at VFNtv.com

Why? Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; We are called to love our Brothers

Greg, John, and Pat discuss – Why? Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we are called to love our brothers. They continue to share how the greatest tragedy is to remain silent in the face of injustice. This is not a sound byte but rather how Dr. King lived and how we are to live. We must begin to teach all of America’s history. They continued to discuss how many didn’t recognize Jesus when he walked about the face of the earth because they were expecting Jesus to arrive in a different way. They further discussed how two men’s hearts burned when they thought they were just talking to a man but was later revealed that they were indeed speaking with Jesus. What would happen if Jesus came to us in a different nationality? Would we embrace him? Rick Joyner shared a prophetic word that stated that African Americans would be used in a mighty way to usher in the third great awakening. Why Dr. King? Because as an American Apostle his words still burn in our hearts some fifty years after he originally shared his now famous “I have a dream” speech. If we don’t love our brother how can we say we love God? The world sees another ethnicticity but we see another brother.

History of Pensacola and It’s Significance for Today

Steve, Greg, and Pat discuss a recent trip as Steve ventured to a museum of Pensacola history. As Steve has only lived in Pensacola a few years, not exactly a native, what he learned was surprising. Pensacola is known as “The City of 5 Flags”. This name comes from the 5 different nations that controlled Pensacola: Spain, France, Great Britain, The Confederate States, and The United States. As Spain explored and made new settlements, Christian missions played a significant part of the explorations throughout Florida including Pensacola. What was surprising to learn was that as Spain would explore new areas and established settlements, Great Britain would immediately be behind on their heels seeking to take back the land for British control. This struggle for power went back and forth in the early beginnings of Pensacola. Steve shared that it reminded him much of the history that was shared in the movie “Monumental”. People were looking to come out from under the oppression of the British leadership seeking their own land for freedom. During the time of learning, what stuck out to Steve most was a major slice of American History, The Battle of Pensacola. Little did he know just how significant this battle was in the formation of the nation. During the struggle of back and forth control for Pensacola, Great Britain once again took control. On January 1, 1777, the King of Spain, Carlos III receives this news. In response, he then delegates the young Captain Bernardo de Galvez to take back control of Pensacola for Spain. Galvez then leads a fleet of 30 ships through the Gulf of Mexico to Pensacola where the battle ensued. Galvez ordered his fleet to push into the bay of Pensacola. His troops disobeyed his commands commenting on the cannon fire that they would receive. Galvez then steers his own vessel, amidst cannon fire, secures land south of Pensacola, and then orders his fleet to follow his leadership. The battle ensued for weeks. On May 8, 1781, during an early morning surprise attack, a specific howitzer round was directed towards the British fort in the Northern part of Pensacola, “The Queen’s Redoubt”. What is significant about this particular shot fired is what was going on behind British lines at the time: two British soldiers were walking into the gunpowder room, doors opened in the Queen’s Redoubt. At this exact moment the howitzer round impacted the gunpowder room causing the explosion that destroyed this British Fort. The destruction of this specific fort finalized the victory for Galvez at the Battle of Pensacola. What is vital about this battle was the reality that then President George Washington, was in communications with Spanish forces regarding the outcome of the battle. What he wrote highlights the importance of this specific battle

“Our whole attention is turned to the Southward, which is at present the Theatre of the most important operations. A successful blow in that quarter may give a total change to the face of affairs there.”-March 21, 1781

At the time of The Battle of Pensacola, George Washington was in Yorktown preparing to battle the British that were crossing the Atlantic Ocean. The victory in Pensacola destroyed supply lines that the British were setting up in hopes of ambushing George Washington from the rear in Yorktown. Because Galvez was successful in Pensacola, Washington was able to be successful in Yorktown and go on to establish the birth of the United States. Steve was shocked when he learned how significant Pensacola played in the establishment of the nation. From this victory, Captain Bernardo de Galvez was promoted to Commander General.

In the years ahead, the event of the Louisiana Purchase brought many Spanish settlers from the West to venture east again back to Pensacola doubling the population of Pensacola. During these times, there was much growth to follow.

“Pensacola was a hub for commerce along the Gulf Coast and across the Gulf of Mexico. Products from the interior, such as lumber and bricks, were processed or manufactured along the bays and rivers of the region, and were traded widely using water transportation.”

The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America- Part 6

Don’t Stop Half Way the Enemy is Losing Ground and He knows it

Greg, John, and Pat continue to discuss the heart of Nehemiah and the secret to rebuilding the church in America. They encourage us not to settle for half built walls and not to leave any gaps. They continue to share that we are building with living stones and these living stones will cry out. We are seeing that if we embrace Nehemiah’s heart we may possibly be able to help rebuild the church. However, that doesn’t mean it is a guarantee because others have to respond as well. This can be seen in the lives of King Saul and King David they both had the same word spoken over them yet just one of them walked it out. They continue to share how the walls have built up at this point. They further discuss how many have s settled for half way built walls in their lives and ministry. It’s important to know that half way is not all the way. Halfway built walls always leave you open for attack. They continue to share how Sanballat and his crew came back to harass and frustrate the plan of God. They came to the realization that they will not be able to have access to God’s people. They also realized that they will lose their ability to get to them and find themselves outside of the walls. These men were held captive by Lucifer. They were really scarred because all the gaps were about to be closed. As long as you hang out with wolves and have open doors and windows he has access to you. Don’t give access with those who will cross pollinate in a bad way. Don’t be a gap in the wall, a hole for satan’s messages and messengers to get in. The Apostle Paul warned you day and night that wolves would come in from amongst you. Don’t give the wolf access. They remind us that there are people that are supposed to be in the walls and then there are those outside of the walls. They continue to encourage us not to leave gaps open just to make people happy. No gap meetings, emails, and phone calls they will only take you out. They continue to share that if you are on this journey this will prove to be very valuable to you. When gaps in the wall are closed then there is protocol to come in. Jesus said he is the gate any other way in is a thief or a robber. They continue to share how Sanballat started a strategy to come against the completion of the walls. It’s going to be those who say they love God. Plotting to come against Jerusalem. They are doing this because there access is going to be cut off. These people are not just going to go away. The closer the walls are getting higher and gaps closed they realize they will be completely out. They were benefiting from the gaps, hearing what God is saying so now they are panicking because they are losing access. Organizers will use other people who are standing around. They are stirring them with gossip. If this is you; and you have been the “gap” then all that you have to do is repent and turn your heart to God so that you can come in through the gate. They continue to discuss more in regards to Nehemiah chapter 4 and how the enemy doesn’t just sit there he is on the attack. People get stirred up by Lucifer when they realize they don’t have access. It’s time to close the gaps so that people can walk through the gate, Jesus Christ. They continue to share in context of a local church gathering that just because someone came through a gap and is sitting in our present gathering thinking they are in but in reality they are not in because they didn’t come through Jesus. Nehemiah’s response was but we will pray to God. God will show you what to do. They prayed and posted guards to watch and to protect. You need to have a strategy of protection. If the constant onslaught of discouraging attacks were not enough the strength of the labors was giving out. They were half way there finally closing in the gaps and the adversary continues to wage attacks. They begin to think because of the physical stature that the spiritual things the Lord has called them to do won’t be accomplished. That’s why it’s important to write down your vision and be refreshed by what God has said. You also need to seek out wisdom. It’s not by might or by power but by God’s spirit. It’s God doing this thing. Don’t measure yourself by the response of others. They encourage us to just stay steady and watch what happens. The Bible tells us in Nehemiah 4:11 “Also our enemies said, “Before they know it or see us, we will be right there among them and will kill them and put an end to the work.”. They are talking about physical deaths but we are talking about spiritual deaths. Those who had their visions snuffed out. Wherever you turn they will attack us. The wolves are circling. People held captive by Lucifer go around seeking someone to devour. Nehemiah sends men to the lower parts of the wall. Many in the body begin to grumble in their hearts because it is perceived by them that it is something that is not as important, but they are wrong. There is not time for wolves just remain steady in God call, direction and most all His love.

Find out more on the VFN Torch at VFNtv.com

The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America- Part 7

Positioned and Ready to Defend and Fight

If God touches you with the heart of Nehemiah than maybe you can be used in helping the church. However there are others who want their names in lights they don’t want to be in the low places. We are only as strong as our weakest links. If we are faithful in the low things God will reward us with more responsibility with higher places. He then positioned people by their families. Each family was to stay close to the walls to do their part as we work collectively towards the rebuilding of the church. Every part is important for what God is doing. They remind us of the importance of staying in the word of God so that you can be fully armed. Nehemiah tells them not to be afraid of them but instead to remember the Lord who is great and awesome. Don’t be afraid it’s God who called you and it is God who will build it. Fight for the family of God. Fight against the wolves. There are people who try “save” you from doing the will of God. Nehemiah and the people prepared spiritually and physically. God gave them wisdom on how to defend themselves. All they did was do what God said to do. When they saw the enemy back off; the people went back to work. The Bible tells us in Nehemiah 4:16-18 that “From that day on, half of my men did the work, while the other half were equipped with spears, shields, bows and armor. The officers posted themselves behind all the people of Judah who were building the wall. Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other, and each of the builders wore his sword at his side as he worked. But the man who sounded the trumpet stayed with me.” Be strong in the Lord in the full armor of God so that you can stand against the devils schemes. The best way to defeat satan is to win people from the hordes of hell. Stand after you have done everything. Don’t forget to put on the full armor of God. Fight this spiritual battle. Tell your haters God loves them and has a plan for your life.

Find out more on the VFN Torch at VFNtv.com

The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America- Part 6

Don’t Stop Half Way the Enemy is Losing Ground and He knows it

Greg, John, and Pat continue to discuss the heart of Nehemiah and the secret to rebuilding the church in America. They encourage us not to settle for half built walls and not to leave any gaps. They continue to share that we are building with living stones and these living stones will cry out. We are seeing that if we embrace Nehemiah’s heart we may possibly be able to help rebuild the church. However, that doesn’t mean it is a guarantee because others have to respond as well. This can be seen in the lives of King Saul and King David they both had the same word spoken over them yet just one of them walked it out. They continue to share how the walls have built up at this point. They further discuss how many have s settled for half way built walls in their lives and ministry. It’s important to know that half way is not all the way. Halfway built walls always leave you open for attack. They continue to share how Sanballat and his crew came back to harass and frustrate the plan of God. They came to the realization that they will not be able to have access to God’s people. They also realized that they will lose their ability to get to them and find themselves outside of the walls. These men were held captive by Lucifer. They were really scarred because all the gaps were about to be closed. As long as you hang out with wolves and have open doors and windows he has access to you. Don’t give access with those who will cross pollinate in a bad way. Don’t be a gap in the wall, a hole for satan’s messages and messengers to get in. The Apostle Paul warned you day and night that wolves would come in from amongst you. Don’t give the wolf access. They remind us that there are people that are supposed to be in the walls and then there are those outside of the walls. They continue to encourage us not to leave gaps open just to make people happy. No gap meetings, emails, and phone calls they will only take you out. They continue to share that if you are on this journey this will prove to be very valuable to you. When gaps in the wall are closed then there is protocol to come in. Jesus said he is the gate any other way in is a thief or a robber. They continue to share how Sanballat started a strategy to come against the completion of the walls. It’s going to be those who say they love God. Plotting to come against Jerusalem. They are doing this because there access is going to be cut off. These people are not just going to go away. The closer the walls are getting higher and gaps closed they realize they will be completely out. They were benefiting from the gaps, hearing what God is saying so now they are panicking because they are losing access. Organizers will use other people who are standing around. They are stirring them with gossip. If this is you; and you have been the “gap” then all that you have to do is repent and turn your heart to God so that you can come in through the gate. They continue to discuss more in regards to Nehemiah chapter 4 and how the enemy doesn’t just sit there he is on the attack. People get stirred up by Lucifer when they realize they don’t have access. It’s time to close the gaps so that people can walk through the gate, Jesus Christ. They continue to share in context of a local church gathering that just because someone came through a gap and is sitting in our present gathering thinking they are in but in reality they are not in because they didn’t come through Jesus. Nehemiah’s response was but we will pray to God. God will show you what to do. They prayed and posted guards to watch and to protect. You need to have a strategy of protection. If the constant onslaught of discouraging attacks were not enough the strength of the labors was giving out. They were half way there finally closing in the gaps and the adversary continues to wage attacks. They begin to think because of the physical stature that the spiritual things the Lord has called them to do won’t be accomplished. That’s why it’s important to write down your vision and be refreshed by what God has said. You also need to seek out wisdom. It’s not by might or by power but by God’s spirit. It’s God doing this thing. Don’t measure yourself by the response of others. They encourage us to just stay steady and watch what happens. The Bible tells us in Nehemiah 4:11 “Also our enemies said, “Before they know it or see us, we will be right there among them and will kill them and put an end to the work.”. They are talking about physical deaths but we are talking about spiritual deaths. Those who had their visions snuffed out. Wherever you turn they will attack us. The wolves are circling. People held captive by Lucifer go around seeking someone to devour. Nehemiah sends men to the lower parts of the wall. Many in the body begin to grumble in their hearts because it is perceived by them that it is something that is not as important, but they are wrong. There is not time for wolves just remain steady in God call, direction and most all His love.

Find out more on the VFN Torch at VFNtv.com

Steve, Greg, and Pat discuss a recent trip as Steve ventured to a museum of Pensacola history. As Steve has only lived in Pensacola a few years, not exactly a native, what he learned was surprising. Pensacola is known as “The City of 5 Flags”. This name comes from the 5 different nations that controlled Pensacola: Spain, France, Great Britain, The Confederate States, and The United States. As Spain explored and made new settlements, Christian missions played a significant part of the explorations throughout Florida including Pensacola. What was surprising to learn was that as Spain would explore new areas and established settlements, Great Britain would immediately be behind on their heels seeking to take back the land for British control. This struggle for power went back and forth in the early beginnings of Pensacola. Steve shared that it reminded him much of the history that was shared in the movie “Monumental”. People were looking to come out from under the oppression of the British leadership seeking their own land for freedom. During the time of learning, what stuck out to Steve most was a major slice of American History, The Battle of Pensacola. Little did he know just how significant this battle was in the formation of the nation. During the struggle of back and forth control for Pensacola, Great Britain once again took control. On January 1, 1777, the King of Spain, Carlos III receives this news. In response, he then delegates the young Captain Bernardo de Galvez to take back control of Pensacola for Spain. Galvez then leads a fleet of 30 ships through the Gulf of Mexico to Pensacola where the battle ensued. Galvez ordered his fleet to push into the bay of Pensacola. His troops disobeyed his commands commenting on the cannon fire that they would receive. Galvez then steers his own vessel, amidst cannon fire, secures land south of Pensacola, and then orders his fleet to follow his leadership. The battle ensued for weeks. On May 8, 1781, during an early morning surprise attack, a specific howitzer round was directed towards the British fort in the Northern part of Pensacola, “The Queen’s Redoubt”. What is significant about this particular shot fired is what was going on behind British lines at the time: two British soldiers were walking into the gunpowder room, doors opened in the Queen’s Redoubt. At this exact moment the howitzer round impacted the gunpowder room causing the explosion that destroyed this British Fort. The destruction of this specific fort finalized the victory for Galvez at the Battle of Pensacola. What is vital about this battle was the reality that then President George Washington, was in communications with Spanish forces regarding the outcome of the battle. What he wrote highlights the importance of this specific battle

“Our whole attention is turned to the Southward, which is at present the Theatre of the most important operations. A successful blow in that quarter may give a total change to the face of affairs there.”-March 21, 1781

At the time of The Battle of Pensacola, George Washington was in Yorktown preparing to battle the British that were crossing the Atlantic Ocean. The victory in Pensacola destroyed supply lines that the British were setting up in hopes of ambushing George Washington from the rear in Yorktown. Because Galvez was successful in Pensacola, Washington was able to be successful in Yorktown and go on to establish the birth of the United States. Steve was shocked when he learned how significant Pensacola played in the establishment of the nation. From this victory, Captain Bernardo de Galvez was promoted to Commander General.

In the years ahead, the event of the Louisiana Purchase brought many Spanish settlers from the West to venture east again back to Pensacola doubling the population of Pensacola. During these times, there was much growth to follow.

“Pensacola was a hub for commerce along the Gulf Coast and across the Gulf of Mexico. Products from the interior, such as lumber and bricks, were processed or manufactured along the bays and rivers of the region, and were traded widely using water transportation.”

Find out more on the VFN Torch at VFNtv.com

Why? Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; We are called to love our Brothers

Greg, John, and Pat discuss – Why? Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we are called to love our brothers. They continue to share how the greatest tragedy is to remain silent in the face of injustice. This is not a sound byte but rather how Dr. King lived and how we are to live. We must begin to teach all of America’s history. They continued to discuss how many didn’t recognize Jesus when he walked about the face of the earth because they were expecting Jesus to arrive in a different way. They further discussed how two men’s hearts burned when they thought they were just talking to a man but was later revealed that they were indeed speaking with Jesus. What would happen if Jesus came to us in a different nationality? Would we embrace him? Rick Joyner shared a prophetic word that stated that African Americans would be used in a mighty way to usher in the third great awakening. Why Dr. King? Because as an American Apostle his words still burn in our hearts some fifty years after he originally shared his now famous “I have a dream” speech. If we don’t love our brother how can we say we love God? The world sees another ethnicticity but we see another brother.

Find out more on the VFN Torch at VFNtv.com

The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America- Part 4

The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America- Part 6

Don’t Stop Half Way the Enemy is Losing Ground and He knows it

Greg, John, and Pat continue to discuss the heart of Nehemiah and the secret to rebuilding the church in America. They encourage us not to settle for half built walls and not to leave any gaps. They continue to share that we are building with living stones and these living stones will cry out. We are seeing that if we embrace Nehemiah’s heart we may possibly be able to help rebuild the church. However, that doesn’t mean it is a guarantee because others have to respond as well. This can be seen in the lives of King Saul and King David they both had the same word spoken over them yet just one of them walked it out. They continue to share how the walls have built up at this point. They further discuss how many have s settled for half way built walls in their lives and ministry. It’s important to know that half way is not all the way. Halfway built walls always leave you open for attack. They continue to share how Sanballat and his crew came back to harass and frustrate the plan of God. They came to the realization that they will not be able to have access to God’s people. They also realized that they will lose their ability to get to them and find themselves outside of the walls. These men were held captive by Lucifer. They were really scarred because all the gaps were about to be closed. As long as you hang out with wolves and have open doors and windows he has access to you. Don’t give access with those who will cross pollinate in a bad way. Don’t be a gap in the wall, a hole for satan’s messages and messengers to get in. The Apostle Paul warned you day and night that wolves would come in from amongst you. Don’t give the wolf access. They remind us that there are people that are supposed to be in the walls and then there are those outside of the walls. They continue to encourage us not to leave gaps open just to make people happy. No gap meetings, emails, and phone calls they will only take you out. They continue to share that if you are on this journey this will prove to be very valuable to you. When gaps in the wall are closed then there is protocol to come in. Jesus said he is the gate any other way in is a thief or a robber. They continue to share how Sanballat started a strategy to come against the completion of the walls. It’s going to be those who say they love God. Plotting to come against Jerusalem. They are doing this because there access is going to be cut off. These people are not just going to go away. The closer the walls are getting higher and gaps closed they realize they will be completely out. They were benefiting from the gaps, hearing what God is saying so now they are panicking because they are losing access. Organizers will use other people who are standing around. They are stirring them with gossip. If this is you; and you have been the “gap” then all that you have to do is repent and turn your heart to God so that you can come in through the gate. They continue to discuss more in regards to Nehemiah chapter 4 and how the enemy doesn’t just sit there he is on the attack. People get stirred up by Lucifer when they realize they don’t have access. It’s time to close the gaps so that people can walk through the gate, Jesus Christ. They continue to share in context of a local church gathering that just because someone came through a gap and is sitting in our present gathering thinking they are in but in reality they are not in because they didn’t come through Jesus. Nehemiah’s response was but we will pray to God. God will show you what to do. They prayed and posted guards to watch and to protect. You need to have a strategy of protection. If the constant onslaught of discouraging attacks were not enough the strength of the labors was giving out. They were half way there finally closing in the gaps and the adversary continues to wage attacks. They begin to think because of the physical stature that the spiritual things the Lord has called them to do won’t be accomplished. That’s why it’s important to write down your vision and be refreshed by what God has said. You also need to seek out wisdom. It’s not by might or by power but by God’s spirit. It’s God doing this thing. Don’t measure yourself by the response of others. They encourage us to just stay steady and watch what happens. The Bible tells us in Nehemiah 4:11 “Also our enemies said, “Before they know it or see us, we will be right there among them and will kill them and put an end to the work.”. They are talking about physical deaths but we are talking about spiritual deaths. Those who had their visions snuffed out. Wherever you turn they will attack us. The wolves are circling. People held captive by Lucifer go around seeking someone to devour. Nehemiah sends men to the lower parts of the wall. Many in the body begin to grumble in their hearts because it is perceived by them that it is something that is not as important, but they are wrong. There is not time for wolves just remain steady in God call, direction and most all His love.

The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America

Positioned and Ready to Defend and Fight

If God touches you with the heart of Nehemiah than maybe you can be used in helping the church. However there are others who want their names in lights they don’t want to be in the low places. We are only as strong as our weakest links. If we are faithful in the low things God will reward us with more responsibility with higher places. He then positioned people by their families. Each family was to stay close to the walls to do their part as we work collectively towards the rebuilding of the church. Every part is important for what God is doing. They remind us of the importance of staying in the word of God so that you can be fully armed. Nehemiah tells them not to be afraid of them but instead to remember the Lord who is great and awesome. Don’t be afraid it’s God who called you and it is God who will build it. Fight for the family of God. Fight against the wolves. There are people who try “save” you from doing the will of God. Nehemiah and the people prepared spiritually and physically. God gave them wisdom on how to defend themselves. All they did was do what God said to do. When they saw the enemy back off; the people went back to work. The Bible tells us in Nehemiah 4:16-18 that “From that day on, half of my men did the work, while the other half were equipped with spears, shields, bows and armor. The officers posted themselves behind all the people of Judah who were building the wall. Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other, and each of the builders wore his sword at his side as he worked. But the man who sounded the trumpet stayed with me.” Be strong in the Lord in the full armor of God so that you can stand against the devils schemes. The best way to defeat satan is to win people from the hordes of hell. Stand after you have done everything. Don’t forget to put on the full armor of God. Fight this spiritual battle. Tell your haters God loves them and has a plan for your life.

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Moving past the Ridiculers, Mockers and Haters- They are just there to sow doubt

Greg, John, and Pat continue to speak about a Ridiculing Mocking Spirit taken on by Sanballat. This tactic is used by Lucifer and others whose tongues are set on fire by hell. They continue to share with us how we need to get over the shock of those who are going to ridicule us. The biggest test of all is when someone who walks with you or the least likely ridiculer begins to be used. You’ve got to be able to move on. Remember that people are not what they are being attacked with. Ask for grace and how to handle it. They further discuss the need to be able to discern whether this is a spirit of Sanballat or Nehemiah. What is Satan’s purpose with ridicule? It is to fill you with doubt and to stop you. It doesn’t mean it’s right if you see many people doing it. Wrong is wrong. One of the tools is to use governmental authority to question what you are doing while they themselves are in rebellion. They questioned whether Nehemiah was rebelling against the King. They continue to encourage us that a true believer is not going to come against the church. On the contrary Nehemiah did things the right way before the King which gave him great confidence. Nehemiah replied in Nehemiah 2:20 “I answered them by saying, ‘The God of heaven will give us success. We his servants will start rebuilding, but as for you, you have no share in Jerusalem or any claim or historic right to it.’” If God has called you to do something; you can hold fast that God will bring it to pass. If the hand of the Lord is upon you; you can speak to every doubter, hater and mocker that the God of heaven will bring us success. If God be for you who can be against you?

Nehemiah 2-

Nehemiah 3 & 4

The Sandy Irritation of Sanballat that comes against the plan of God with the goal of Destroying Unity by Sowing the Seeds of DOUBT

Everything written in God’s word is to encourage us. We are like living stones being built together. This is like a picture of the church coming together. Nehemiah’s heart is the secret to rebuilding the walls of the church in America. Many things have been done in the church in America; some good and some bad things must all be acknowledged. What was done wrong before God must be acknowledged and repented of. Nehemiah heard from the Lord and encouraged them to rebuild by their sphere of influence. He assigned them parts of the walls near the homes. It’s time for us to get busy. Everything just doesn’t happen; there is process. This is not about watching everybody do this. You are going have to take responsibility around your influence. It’s not bout building buildings but instead about building people. People are what is important; because if you don’t focus on people you will be caught up in rebuilding the building at the expense of God’s people. They continue to discuss how just the hearing of this caused Sanballat and his crew to be upset. They began to attack before they got started; and it didn’t stop them; they even came back to try to stop them again. What did they actually say.? We live and move by faith. We must not throw our faith away. The enemy comes against your faith you must contend for it. Sanballat comes to disintegrate your faith. He began to sow seeds of doubt with the desired result of stopping them. “What are these feeble Jews doing?” he asked. The enemy will focus in your limitations and inabilities to do what God has called you to do and if you listen you will go down. If you are trying to do anything through your own strength then you are defeated already. Our inabilities should be clearly visible before all so that the Lord will get all the glory. If you take inventory of your strengths instead of putting your faith in God you will go down. Sanballat goes further to question whether the walls will ever be rebuilt. The enemy will continue to sow doubt to drown you out.

Sanballat sows seeds of Doubt

Sanballat continues to do his very best at attacking Nehemiah by asking more questions to so doubt such as “will they offer sacrifices?”. This is scary to Lucifer because he wants the money. He realizes that they are going to lose their money because God will be honored. He continues to sow more doubt. “Will they finish it in a day?” They begin to put rulers on you trying to measure what God is going to do. Don’t worry about it; just work. Know the vision because people without a vision perish. “Can they bring the stones back to life?” How many people have been so hurt and burned? 1 Peter 2:5 says “you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” Yes, Sanballat, what God has called us to do will happen and the walls of the church’s in America will be rebuilt.

The Heart of Nehemiah; The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America- Part 5

Don’t Hate the Haters- Pray for Them

Greg, John, and Pat discuss the secret to rebuilding the church in America. Chuck Pierce says that the reason the governmental leaders are stuck is because church leadership is stuck. The church needs rebuilding. Things are progressing and the attacks don’t stop. Sometimes we need to go through these buffering experiences. You must realize that people’s tongues will be set on fire by hell. This further underscores the importance of not just letting anyone speak in your ears and in the ears of your spouse and children. Nehemiah 4: 3 tells us that the mocking and ridicule continued “What they are building—even a fox climbing up on it would break down their wall of stones!”

Satan tries to talk against the strength or your lack thereof but we trust in the strength and will of God. There are huge consequences for laying your hands and mouth on the things of God. That’s why you can have compassion like Moses did for Miriam because he knew she was speaking against God and not him. Some might just need to step away from it otherwise they will possibly suffer great pain.

We often say that we want just enough government that if God takes his hands off of it it would fall apart. You would think that Satan would give up. Nehemiah realizes that if we are going to continue the work they will have to pray. Don’t take the bait don’t talk back to the mockers but instead talk to God.(Prayer) Nehemiah 4:4-5 says he “ Hear us, our God, for we are despised. Give them over as plunder in a land of captivity. Do not cover up their guilt or blot out their sins from your sight, for they have thrown insults in the face of the builders.” However, we are not going to pray insults on people. We will not begin to hate the haters. However, you can pray for them to stop, for their eyes to be open, for them to give their lives to Jesus. Don’t become a hater pray for deliverance while we are praying for God’s flock. Give people room for repentance. They rebuilt the walls to the point that the walls were built up to half the height. They turned to God; they did not turn against their enemies. All we need to do is to run after God. If you are going to do a work for God you will need to have a continual life of prayer and abiding with Him.

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