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Diligence And Readiness In The Work Series
Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000 (message contributor)
Summary: If we are to accomplish anything for God, some work principles need to be kept in mind.
Diligence and Readiness in the Work
Nehemiah 4:16-23
I. A Secure Defense
A. Security promotes productivity
B. Half work, half watch (16-18a)
C. Lodge in Jerusalem – unity (22)
II. A Sensible Plan
A. Work while watching (16-18a)
B. Work together (19-20a)
D. The work of God (20b)
1. “Our God shall fight for us”
2. 1 Samuel 17:47, (David & Goliath)
” for the battle is the LORD’S”
III. A Serious Mindset
A. Long hours (21)
B. Constant Readiness (23)