Operation Intimidation, Part 1
November 7, 2023
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Nehemiah probably thought he was in the clear. The construction on all but the gates of Jerusalem’s wall was complete. But seeing one last opportunity, his opponents attacked.
The assault against Nehemiah was well-disguised, but Nehemiah had the wisdom to see through his enemies’ schemes and avoid their trap.
No opposition was enough to stop Nehemiah’s unwavering focus on God and the mission given to him. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he exposits Nehemiah 6 to show how to stand firm against even the fiercest opposition!
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Nehemiah 6
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When Israel returned to Jerusalem from exile, the people faced poverty. Some grew so desperate that that they sold their own children into slavery to make ends meet.
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