Walls and the Mission

Nehemiah 4:16-23

From that day on, half of my men did the work, while the other half were equipped with spears, shields, bows and armor. The officers posted themselves behind all the people of Judah who were building the wall. Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other, and each of the builders wore his sword at his side as he worked. But the man who sounded the trumpet stayed with me.

Then I said to the nobles, the officials and the rest of the people, “The work is extensive and spread out, and we are widely separated from each other along the wall. Wherever you hear the sound of the trumpet, join us there. Our God will fight for us!”

So we continued the work with half the men holding spears, from the first light of dawn till the stars came out. At that time I also said to the people, “Have every man and his helper stay inside Jerusalem at night, so they can serve us as guards by night and workmen by day.” Neither I nor my brothers nor my men nor the guards with me took off our clothes; each had his weapon, even when he went for water.

1 Peter 3:15

But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.

Andy's part:

God wants you to be ready and willing to obey Him at any time. Some missions from God come more often, so be prepared for them.

Catherine's part:

Rebuilding the broken down walls (this can be anything, our relationship with God or others, learning to trust Him, etc.) in our is not a fun nor an easy task. It can only be done with God's strength and through His power. If we trust Him and listen to Him, and are always on alert, the walls will be rebuilt stronger than before.