Four Times
Nehemiah 6:4 Yet they sent unto me four times after this sort; and I answered them after the same manner
The enemy can be persistent … not easily put off, refusing to be offended, disciplined. Nehemiah should be flattered that in four separate occasions they sought his company . It is difficult to say No once talk less of four times. But Nehemiah is stubbornly consistent in his response. He does not change nor pressurized to accept an invitation which he has declined already.
Be strong against a continuous barrage asking you to be more flexible. There are times when you need to be rigid, especially on ethical matters. You must learn to say No, not just once but four times. Many can say No only twice …and yield in a false piety. Successful leaders will be often criticized as inflexible and implacable … they will call you cold hearted. Do not forget that Jesus Christ was called worse names and films have been made to revile and discredit Him…but that changes nothing. He remains the same, yesterday, today and forever …the unchangeable ageless King of all kings. Learn from Him.
Verses for further meditation
Matthew 4:1-11 ; Hebrews 3:6
Thoughts for Business and the work place
Firmness is often misunderstood … discipline will be called coldness and a person who says No will be called hard.
Suggestions for Prayer
Lord, keep our eyes set on obedience to you. 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.
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