Nehemiah’s Credentials
Nehemiah 2:18 Then I told them of the hand of my God which was good upon me; as also the king’s words that he had spoken unto me. And they said, Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for this good work.
Nehemiah introduces himself as one who is favored by God and also before men. You will know the time of your assignment when your credentials are as they should be. The most important of your credentials are not your academic qualifications or your period of waiting. The most important thing is not in your past or even in your future …but in your present circumstance. You need to be able to answer two very important questions. The first is “ Is the good hand of God upon you? … you will know if God has divinely helped you … there is a strength and insight that you will not be able to explain. God will show you things and empower you to bear situations that will help you see that “if it had not been for the Lord…” Things that destroyed others will not be able to destroy you. You will know God’s hand is upon you when you begin to sense miraculous deliverance and benevolence. God will give evidence of His hand so that you know for sure.
The other thing is favour with men. Nehemiah had unusual favour with the king. When men begin to make unusual accommodation for your foibles and they accept your conditions, then you will sense an unusual favour. You will need favour with men in the future and you must be sure you have it. When you have that favour, men will not be able to say no to you. It will give you the boldness for exploits. Nehemiah had favour with theking and with those who heard him. They believed him, obeyed him and honoured him … a king’s servant as they responded … “Let us arise and build”
I pray you will find favour with God and men. As you sense the hand of God upon you, know that this strength is for a purpose. Get ready for God’s assignment in business, academia or whichever area of influence God has chosen for you.
Verses for further meditation
Eccle 10:12; Acts 7:9-10
Thoughts for Business and the work place
Self-marketing is not a sin. Learn to find favor that comes when we properly present yourself … people need to know your credentials to follow.
Suggestions for Prayer
O Lord, As I sense your strength and help, may I not waste the moment. Amen
As Nehemiah’s wall was built- so will we see a reconstruction in all that may appear in distress and in waste. Nehemiah trusted and feared God, putting his faith in the Almighty whose strength is limitless to exceed all our expectations. Look out daily for Nehemiah’s Wall in 2015 and do invite friends to subscribe to the free email or social media posts.
I am praying someone with a burden to be used by God in building will receive a fresh vision and get the job done.
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