A LEADER’S WISDOM
Nehemiah 2:9-20
I. Wisdom in Planning (9-16)
A. Demonstration of Authority
1. Edicts of authority (9a)
2. Evidence of Authority (9b)
B. Diagnosing the situation (11-16)
1. Ascertaining the facts (13-15)
2. Acting at the right time (11, 12b, 16)
II. Wisdom in Presentation (17-18)
A. Where we are (17a)
B. Where we need to be (17b)
C. How we will get there (18a)
D. Reaction (18b)
1. Acceptance of vision
2. Action
III. Wisdom in Protection (10, 19-20)
A. From Discouragement
1. Laughter
2. Scorn
3. Taunting Remarks
B. From Retaliation
1. God is caring for us
2. You have no part in the work
