Celebrate Completion
What a monumental undertaking Nehemiah had to rebuild this wall. Not only was the task challenging, the circumstances were as well. There were many construction challenges, as well as opposition from within and without. He also had many enemies to contend with, vs. 16.
Through all of this, Nehemiah met opposition first with Prayer, and second with Action. His strength was not of himself, but from God. This is evident in Nehemiah 4:15, and 6:16. When his enemies realized that the work was done with the help of God, they lost their confidence to attack.
But there is a great note of victory! They completed the work in only 52 days. In today’s standards, this is a massive undertaking. But the best answer to opposition and tough circumstances was to keep working to fulfill God’s will; thus others saw God’s power working through His people. What a celebration this must have been for Nehemiah and those who were part of the rebuilding of the wall.
Prayer/Challenge
Father, help us always understand that we are weak without you. But when we work according to your plans and with your power, we can do all things through Jesus Christ our Lord. In this we celebrate in Your victories and give You the glory.
