Nehemiah 4

Nehemiah 4 has one of my favorite Scriptures. In the face of opposition and persecution, the people rebuilding the wall began to speak fear and spread discouragement.

Nehemiah leads his people through prayer and perseverance. I love Nehemiah 4:14 in the Message translation.

"Don't be afraid. Put your minds on the Master, great and awesome, and then fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives, and your homes."

Don't fear; have faith. Focus on God, not man. Remember what you are fighting for and remember that the God who calls you, will also fight for you.

Love that. We all have assignments from God that the enemy is working to take down. In what areas of your life do you most need to deal with fear through faith, focus, and perseverance?