Rebuilding: Questions from Nehemiah
Do You Know the Devil’s Plan?
Nehemiah 6:5-19
2 Corinthians 2:11 – “So that no advantage would be taken of us by Satan for we are not ignorant of his devices.”
1. Constant Intimidation (5-9)
A. A reputation with God’s people (5-8)
Liberty Commentary – “This attack of Sanballat on the motives of Nehemiah is a well-utilized weapon of Satan. Since people have a tendency to always believe the worst about a person, the character and integrity of many people are ruined by a rumor.”
B. A resolve for God’s praise (9a)
C. A reliance on God’s power (9b)
2. Corrupted Information (10-15)
A. Look at the messenger (10)
B. Listen to the message (11-13)
Deuteronomy 23:1 prohibited eunuchs from entering the temple
C. Lean on the Master (14-15)
3. Compromised Infiltration (16-19)
A. Expect unkind remarks (16-17)
There will come a time when every believer must decide: Do I want to be approved by God or do I want to be liked by the world?
B. End unhealthy relationships (18)
Warren Wiersbe – “Beware of the smiles of the enemy for Satan is more dangerous when he appears to be your friend than at any other time.”
C. Endure ungodly rumors (19)
