Re:Verse reading–Nehemiah 6:1-16 (day four)
It was the social media of the day. Sanballat and Tobiah were not having any success with deterring Nehemiah from his task. They sent an open letter to try to get public opinion against him so he would relent in fear. Nehemiah maintained his focus on God’s directions rather than political correctness.
Have you ever allowed the ‘fear of man’ to keep you from doing what you know God has instructed you to do? Nehemiah had obviously spent time alone with God. He recognized His voice and he maintained his obedience. The world will offer options that appear to be the judicious choice, but fail to be exactly what God has prescribed. Verse 12 says, “Then I perceived that surely God had not sent him…” The servant leader must allow Scripture to interpret circumstances, not circumstances to determine Scripture! Know the voice of the One who calls you…and follow Him. After all, whose opinion has eternal significance?
Great post! Strong believers in Christ should be able to discern between God’s voice and Satan’s voice! I enjoyed reading your devotional!