Read through the chapter and note the names of those involved in the rebuilding project. Names refer to people, unique and loved by God, obeying God in the task of building.

Let’s be thankful to God for all his provision and blessings in our lives both individually and as a church.

There will always be opposition and obstacles in our service.  As long as we remember that the “hand of God” is upon us, we will accomplish what He sets out for us to do.

Let’s again be mindful of God’s presence as we gather as the faithful do, to worship Him tomorrow, bringing along with us the proper gifts of “living sacrifices.”

Nehemiah prayed and planned meticulously before, he acted on his plans.  Often, we need to learn to act out our resolution to serve God expeditiously.

Remember the members of our Sunshine Fellowship who are on a tour to Johor; pray for a good time of fellowship and protection throughout the journey.

Nehemiah showed us how to be bold in seeking to do the Lord’s bidding. Let’s reflect on our own boldness in serving the Lord.

Let us keep our leaders in prayer as they plan and implement decisions made during last weekend’s retreat.

In between Nehemiah’s conversation with king Artaxerxes, he was having another conversation with God the King.  What does this teach us about our prayer life?

 M&E Committee meets tonight with a number of strategic involvements in missions.  Do keep them in prayer for wisdom and courage both in decision-making and in implementation of missions initiatives for God’s glory. Pray too for the Worship Committee to have a fruitful and Spirit-led meeting.

God places us in strategic positions to be used to share His concerns and love.  Where has God placed you for this strategic involvement?  What are you doing about it?

Let’s remember the participants at the Membership Class as they are being prepared for a deeper commitment and walk in their relationship with God.

Nehemiah’s sadness gave him away: it was a risk going against his positive and joyous demeanour in his duty.  Should he hide his feelings and pretend all’s well?

How should we identify with people who are downtrodden by suppressive societal policies?

Let us truly learn the significance of this: “being built together into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit.”

What does knowing that we are no longer “strangers and aliens” mean to our service within the body of Christ?

Christ puts to death the hostility of our disobedience to bring us back to God; how may that help you to tear down walls in reaching out to people who may seem to you most undeserving of God’s grace?