As the construction of the wall approached completion, Nehemiah’s enemies realized their only chance of defeating him was by eliminating Nehemiah himself. Sanballat and Geshem dispatched messengers to invite Nehemiah to a meeting in one of the villages in the plain of Ono, intending to harm him.
However, Nehemiah, displaying
wisdom and determination, declined their invitations. He stated that he was
fully dedicated to building the wall and saw no reason to interrupt his work
for a meeting with these men. Despite their persistent requests, Nehemiah
consistently refused to entertain their invitations, showing his unwavering
commitment to his mission.
Unable to deceive Nehemiah into
meeting him, Sanballat turned to a smear campaign. He sent his servant with an
open letter in his hand, claiming that the Jews were building the wall to rebel
against the king of Persia and make Nehemiah their king. They even accused
Nehemiah of appointing prophets to proclaim himself the new king of Judah.
Although Sanballat tried to
intimidate him, Nehemiah stood firm and boldly refuted the accusations,
exposing Sanballat’s deceit. Nehemiah’s fearless reaction showcased his
unwavering determination in challenging situations.
Nehemiah demonstrated unwavering
determination, remarkable courage, and strategic thinking. He recognized the
enemy’s intent to instill fear and weaken the Jews. In response, he prayed
for God’s strength, showing his reliance on God in the face of adversity.
These verses teach us to nurture
unwavering determination and courage as we strategically consider how to face
opposition. The key is to focus on the mission and rely on God. He stays by our
side in any mission He has assigned us. Take heart, for we are always assisted
in our God-assigned mission.
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