Sermons on Nehemiah 1:1-3:32:

Broken Up Over Broken Walls?

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 16, 2002

This is the first in a series through the book of Nehemiah. It is both an introduction to Nehemiah and a sermon on developing a heart that mirrors the heart of God.

INTRO: Rock in the road/ Edmund Burke quote READ SCRIPTURE/PRAY Background: Divided Kingdom, Evil rulers, prophets warnings, 722 BC Assyrians raid Israel (North), 605 Nebby invades Judah (south) as prophesied by Isaiah – Story told in Daniel 586 Babylon (Nebby) come back Jerusalem - Ezekiel 539 ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Who Will Not Have Revival

Contributed by Mark Eaton on May 19, 2002

EVRYONE WANTS REVIVAL, EVRYONE NEEDS REVIVAL, BUT WHO WILL NOT HAVE REVIVAL

*CHRISTIANS WANT REVIVAL, IN FACT CHRISTIANS NEED REVIVAL.BUT THERE ARE SOME CONDITIONS THAT WE MUST MEET IN ORDER TO HAVE REVIVAL.AND THEY ARE GODS CONDITIONS NOT MANS. *BUT THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE THINK THAT THEY WILL HAVE REVIVAL, BUT THEY WILL FIND OUT, SOME WILL NOT HAVE A REVIVAL. 1)THE ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Lead, Follow, Or Get Out Of The Way

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 20, 2002

This is part of a series through Nehemiah. The entire series is about godly steps for rebuilding godly structures.

Introduction: Vietnam wall Illustration Read Scripture/PRAY Background: Addressing problems, becoming change agents Purpose Statement: As we go about the task of problem solving... I. Don’t Be Overwhelmed By the Size of the Task A. Note the state of the Decay 1. situations in our own life 2. 45 ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Another Kind Of Hero

Contributed by William Yates on Jun 12, 2002

This message is about Baruch, son of Zabbai, one of Nehemiah’s builders. We don’t have to be a "Billy Graham" in order to do great things in God’s Kingdom.

After him Baruch the son of Zabbai zealously repaired another section, from the Angle to the doorway of the house of Eliashib the high priest.--Nehemiah 3:20(NASB) Most of the time when someone is asked who their hero is they mention a great athlete or someone who has done something extraordinary. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:20

Reacting To The Problem Series

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 8, 2002

A look at the Prayer life of Nehemiah using the ACTS Acrostic to prayer.

Introduction: Covey rocks in the jar illustration Read Scripture/Pray Background: devastating breakdown of God’s dwelling place. (1) Recognize Purpose Statement: Once we recognize a problem, then we must react to the problem Review the context of the prayer I. Before you pray, pray (v. 4) {Should ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Into Action Series

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 8, 2002

Part four of a series on solving problems God’s way. This is a particularly good series for pastor’s/leaders instituting change within a congregation.

Introduction: New Coke Read Scripture/Pray Background: Nehemiah is headed into unfamiliar territory-four months and 8000 mi. Purpose Statement: to be effective change agents for God it is essential that we... I. Use the authority given you (v. 9) A. Nehemiah went forth in the Kings Name 1. More ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Burden God Brings

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 19, 2001

When God brings a great burden to the heart of a godly man great things happen

The Burden God Brings Nehemiah 1:1-11 June 17, 2001 Introduction I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And that which I can do, by the grace of God, I will do. – D.L. Moody There can be little doubt that Dwight Moody had a great burden to do a great work for ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Stop The Lord's Work

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jul 2, 2001

Satan is busy today in his efforts to destroy the work of His People.

INTRODUCTION A. What is your attitude towards the work of the Lord? 1. Every Christian should be interested in the growth of the Lord’s work 2. We should be doing all we can to help build up the Church. B. Ezra and Nehemiah had a zeal for the Lord’s work 1. Ezra wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do We Do When In Troublee

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Aug 5, 2001

What did Nehiamh do when he heard of the trouble facing Gods city

“REBUILDING THE WALLS” What do we do when facing troubles (Part 1) Nehemiah 1:1-4 Pastor Jeff Seaman Illus: Once, a man was taking a stagecoach across the country. When he went to buy his ticket, he was informed that first class seats were $50. Second class seats were $30. Third class seats were ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rise Up, Build Up, Work Up

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Apr 2, 2001

As a body of believers we are encouraged to rise up, build up, and work up in the strength of the Lord.

By: R. AuBuchon Jr. In the past two weeks we have been invited to get in the boat and work together as a team. Today we are challenged to rebuild the walls that will fortify family life, church life and community life. Much like in the days of Nehemiah the walls that once protected and gave us ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuilding For His Presence

Contributed by Stephen Noel on Apr 6, 2001

Nehemiah’s Prayer of favor, and to God to help him rebuild the walls.

“Rebuilding For His Presence” "O LORD, God of heaven, the great and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love with those who love him and obey his commands, 6let your ear be attentive and your eyes open to hear the prayer your servant is praying before you day and night for your servants, the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:5-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power A Burden Brings

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 6, 2001

God gives us a burden before we can do anything great for Him

The Power a Burden Brings Selected Passages February 25, 2001 Introduction I. What is a burden? A. Webster 1. Something that is carried, a duty or responsibility 2. Something oppressive or worrisome 3. The bearing of a load or the capacity for cargo B. Our Christian Understanding 1. A burden is ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Heart Of A True Leader

Contributed by Don Hutto on May 7, 2001

Following the leader is okay as long as you are following the right leader.

The Heart Of A True Leader Nehemiah 1:1-11 I. Introduction Some men are "born" leaders and some men are "made" leaders. But few men are "true" leaders. Nehemiah was a true leader. As we look at the characteristics of Nehemiah that made him a true leader, let’s compare them to the True Leader, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Off The Wall

Contributed by Larry Bergeron on Aug 22, 2001

Satan wants God’s people distracted from their mission--he wants us "Off The Wall"; but God promises us victory if we remain faithful and stay ON THE WALL

OFF THE WALL Nehemiah 6:1-16 by Dr. Larry A. Bergeron Red Bay COG,June 3, 2001 (PM) INTRODUCTORY REMARKS Tonight we are going to have a time of testimonies. OPENING REMARKS Turn in your Bibles to the Book of Nehemiah (after Ezra, before Esther) In a few moments we are going to be reading from ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-16, Nehemiah 2:17-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Plan The Job Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 3, 2001

Preparations for Rebuilding the Walls of Jerusalem

Introduction: Book of Nehemiah One of my favorite books along with the Book of Acts, Man’s faith and God in action. Resume of Book: Nehemiah’s prayer Neh.1 Artaxexes send Nehemiah to Jerusalem Neh.2 1-10 Nehemiah inspects the walls of Jerusalem Neh.2 11-20 Builders ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Anglican