Amanda, referring to how Nehemiah responded to opposition and discouragement in Nehemiah chapter 4, reminds us that, when we face such difficulties, the battle is the Lords and He will fight for us.

Charles Blizzard talks about how there is much work to be done for God’s kingdom and, as in Nehemiah’s time, God has gifted us with skills to get working for His glory. Let’s use them…

Charles Blizzard refers to Nehemiah’s leadership skills as depicted in Nehemiah chapter 2 where his enthusiasm coupled with examining the task in hand and his motivation skills were vital for getting the ball rolling.

Amanda opens this new series based on the book of Nehemiah, ‘Called to be leaders and followers’ focusing on the prayer of Nehemiah’s in chapter 1 and reminding us that Jesus calls everyone of us to be leaders.

Archdeacon Clive reminds us of the power or prayer, that it’s not just about the content and the outcome of prayer but prayer has the power to deepen our relationship with God, to become tranformed by God and that we need to pray that God’s will be done.