Nehemiah is a great example of prayer and action working hand in hand to achieve great things for God's glory. His Prayer Life was...
About This Product Once upon a time…the name Nehemiah came to be. Our personalized art print celebrates the singular story of Nehemiah’s remarkable journey through history, featuring a detailed account of the name’s origin, meaning and how it managed to survive the test of time. The descriptive words at the bottom of Nehemiah’s print reflect the spirit and energy of its “Destiny Number” according to numerology. Whether Nehemiah is a newborn, teen, or grown-up, a family member, friend, teacher, co-worker or any special someone, each story is an inspirational reminder of his core identity: Nehemiah, that one wonderful word by which he is known. As a gift or keepsake to honor and inspire the Nehemiah in your life, our art print makes for smart, engaging and distinctive décor. Combining typography with artistic expression, our original content is a result of years of rigorous research and carefully curated pieces of history. Every story we tell, we tell with love. Framed and unframed artwork is made to order in our California and Oregon facilities. Art prints are professionally printed on heavyweight fine art paper with archival inks for vibrant long-lasting color, clear text and crisp imagery. Each solid wood frame is handcrafted and available in smooth matte black and soft matte white painted finishes. With a buffered acid-free mat and backing to beautifully showcase your art, framing-grade acrylic glazing filters UV rays for protection and longevity. Frame is finished with a dust cover, wall bumpers and wire ready for hanging!
Nehemiah was an Israelite leader in the days following the Babylonian exile. He was instrumental in the project of rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem. These activities are related to Nehemiah.
The books of Ezra & Nehemiah in the Bible can be hard to follow, but here I break it down to relate it to the rest of the Old Testament.
After what has seemed like an eternity, I am back at my Bible Journey; real …
About This Product Once upon a time…the name Nehemiah came to be. Our personalized art print celebrates the singular story of Nehemiah’s remarkable journey through history, featuring a detailed account of the name’s origin, meaning and how it managed to survive the test of time. The descriptive words at the bottom of Nehemiah’s print reflect the spirit and energy of its “Destiny Number” according to numerology. Whether Nehemiah is a newborn, teen, or grown-up, a family member, friend, teacher, co-worker or any special someone, each story is an inspirational reminder of his core identity: Nehemiah, that one wonderful word by which he is known. As a gift or keepsake to honor and inspire the Nehemiah in your life, our art print makes for smart, engaging and distinctive décor. Combining typography with artistic expression, our original content is a result of years of rigorous research and carefully curated pieces of history. Every story we tell, we tell with love. Framed and unframed artwork is made to order in our California and Oregon facilities. Art prints are professionally printed on heavyweight fine art paper with archival inks for vibrant long-lasting color, clear text and crisp imagery. Each solid wood frame is handcrafted and available in smooth matte black and soft matte white painted finishes. With a buffered acid-free mat and backing to beautifully showcase your art, framing-grade acrylic glazing filters UV rays for protection and longevity. Frame is finished with a dust cover, wall bumpers and wire ready for hanging!
Der Israelit Nehemia war ein Diener von König Artaxerxes. Warum reiste er nach Jerusalem? Und wie lange dauerte es, die Mauern von Jerusalem wieder aufzubauen?
My husband is a manager in the corporate real estate profession. If you were to ask him how difficult it is to get a building project started, he would definitely tell you that it is not the easiest thing to accomplish. There are a lot of factors involved, like what country are you going to build it; what are the legal laws of the land; how much money is needed; who would be involved; how obstacles should be handled, and the timeline for completion. Nehemiah faced similar obstacles as he attempted to fulfill his spiritual calling to rebuild the wall around Jerusalem. 10 Leadership Skills [Book of Nehemiah] Last week, we looked at the first 5 leadership skills using Nehemiah as a model. We saw how Nehemiah was delving into his project with faith in God, compassion, and a huge goal in mind. As a refresher, the first 5 leadership skills were: 1. Make your voice and presence known to those who count. 2. Spend time planning your project(s). 3. Stand up for what is right. 4. Set clear expectations for performance. 5. Surround yourself with the best talent possible. To read, Leadership Part 1: Nehemiah, click here http://bit.ly/1H4DwDe Leadership Skills 6. Be humble and acknowledge that God is your strength. The book of Nehemiah and the book of Ezra are thought to have originally been one book. It is obvious that Ezra, the priest and scribe, and Nehemiah were colleagues. After the completion of the wall, the people needed some reconstruction of their own. We find Ezra and other Israelites gathering by the Water Gate worshiping, reading the Law, teaching the people to acknowledge the Lord, and encouraging them to study and understand the words of divine instruction. Then, on this HOLY DAY, we see Nehemiah, Ezra, and the Levites rejoicing. If you are in a ministry role, after a big project (like Vacation Bible School), the workers need to regroup and be encouraged again to stay working for the Lord and seeking again to please Him as they move forward. If in the ministry, do you encourage your employees (or volunteers) to humbly worship, read the Bible, encourage them to study God’s Word, and reiterate that God is their strength? If in a job situation, when a remarkable job is completed, do you just let their “high” accomplishments go or do you praise them and encourage them to continue on with their good work? The letdown after a big project can loom for a long time, but as leaders, we can prevent that with a little time spent afterwards looking forward to the next project, the next ministry, or next learning opportunity. “And Ezra blessed the Lord, the great God, and all the people answered, ‘Amen, Amen,’ lifting up their hands. And they bowed their heads and worshiped the Lord with their faces to the ground. . . And Nehemiah, who was the governor, and Ezra the priest and scribe, and the Levites who taught the people said to all the people, ‘This day is holy to the Lord your God; do not mourn or weep.’ For all the people wept as they heard the words of the Law. Then he said to them, ‘Go your way. Eat the fat and drink sweet wine and send portions to anyone who has nothing ready, for this day is holy to our Lord. And do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.’ So the Levites calmed all the people, saying, ‘Be quiet, for this day is holy; do not be grieved.’ And all the people went their way to eat and drink and to send portions and to make great rejoicing, because they had understood the words that were declared to them.” Nehemiah 8: 6, 9-12 7. Correct and admonish when needed. The time will come when someone who works for you needs correction and admonishment. It is a tough and sensitive issue that leaders face. Nehemiah was able to lessen the load by pre-handling this by giving his men an example from the past explaining what Moses said to the people who rebelled and were disobedient. What better way than to pre-warn people of consequences that might come when correction, admonishment or even firing needs to occur by talking about it beforehand. How wise. “But as soon as they were at rest, they again did what was evil in your sight. Then you abandoned them to the hand of their enemies so that they ruled over them. And when they cried out to you again, you heard from heaven, and in your compassion you delivered them time after time. You warned them in order to turn them back to your law, but they became arrogant and disobeyed your commands. They sinned against your ordinances, of which you said, ‘The person who obeys them will live by them.’ Stubbornly they turned their backs on you, became stiff-necked and refused to listen.” Nehemiah 9:28-29 8. Obey the company or ministry policies. Companies, churches, organizations, and families have policies and/or rules of ethics. They are there to be abided by unless, of course, they are against God’s laws; in that case, decisions and prayful considerations need to be made on a course of action. If your ministry (individual or group) does not have policies, it may be time to develop them. Many ministries have or are developing boards or foundations to oversee their own activities to be sure they are operating under an authoritative source. In Nehemiah 10, the purpose was to join and bind the people together with an oath to follow God’s laws, commands, regulations, and decrees. Regulations and codes of behavior are very important in both corporate offices, ministries, and even within homes, especially where children are growing up under the instructions of their parents. “The rest of the people—priests, Levites, gatekeepers, musicians, temple servants and all who separated themselves from the neighboring peoples for the sake of the Law of God, together with their wives and all their sons and daughters who are able to understand— all these now join their fellow Israelites the nobles, and bind themselves with a curse and an oath to follow the Law of God given through Moses the servant of God and to obey carefully all the commands, regulations and decrees of the Lord our Lord. Nehemiah 10:28, 31 Glorious Wall at Brookwood Café, Brookshire, Texas 9. Celebrate the achievements of others. Nehemiah celebrated the dedication of the wall with gladness. In both businesses and churches, we see achievement awards, 10-year anniversary recognitions, and “Good Job” certificates. All these play an important place among those who have worked alongside of you to achieve the goals the Lord has given you. You may not even be aware that those who are working for you are inwardly proud of their own personal accomplishments through “your” project. If you close a deal at work, how about a party to acknowledge the good and steadfast work of your employees? How about throwing a dinner to thank those who volunteer their time and effort in the ministry? And, what’s wrong with some ice-cream for good grades? “At the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, the Levites were sought out from where they lived and were brought to Jerusalem to celebrate joyfully the dedication with songs of thanksgiving and with the music of cymbals, harps and lyres.” Nehemiah 12:27 10. Define roles and responsibilities AGAIN. And finally, in Nehemiah 13, we see that Nehemiah had left Jerusalem during the 32rd year of King Artaxerxes. But, when he returned, he found the house of God in disarray. Widespread shenanigans were going on in his absence. Upon arrival in Jerusalem, Nehemiah proceeded to command that the chambers be cleaned. He contended with the officials and asked them why the house of the Lord had been neglected and forsaken. He reproved the nobles and warned them. He cleansed them from everything heathen and he started all over again with defining roles and responsibilities [Nehemiah 7:65] In ministry and work, redefining roles and responsibilities, is not a one-time thing. It must be continually taught. Just as in our lives, we must continually be in the Word of God and hear God’s expectations continually. It isn’t just going to church on Sundays. It isn’t just going to a conference. It isn’t praying only in our time of need. Our bosses or ministers will not always be around to instruct us as was the case with Nehemiah. When he wasn’t there, the people turned into ungodly activities. We, as individuals, must remember that is our duty to continually be in contact with the Lord. We can’t live in someone else’s shadow. And, as a leader, we need to constantly remind those working alongside of us to be responsible and obedient with or without "the leader or boss" around. This chapter reminds me of the idiom, “When the cat’s away, the mice will play.” Let’s be responsible ourselves and teach those who are under our leadership to always act like the CAT’s around! “But while all this was going on, I was not in Jerusalem, for in the thirty-second year of Artaxerxes king of Babylon I had returned to the king. Some time later I asked his permission and came back to Jerusalem. Here I learned about the evil thing Eliashib had done in providing Tobiah a room in the courts of the house of God.” Nehemiah 13:6-7 In conclusion, let’s celebrate Nehemiah’s contributions. His administrative skills were outstanding. He completed the work God assigned to Him. He faced obstacles honorably. He acknowledged his strength came from the Lord. If only he were here, I’d throw him a party of grain, legumes, and domesticated beasts to celebrate the legacy he left behind to the family of God!!! Bible Verses: Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 And we urge you, brothers, admonish the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with them all. 1 Thessalonians 5:14 And bring the fattened calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate. Luke 15:23 Prayer: Oh mighty God, thank you for the leadership roles you have placed me in. Let me be an example to others through your strength. Give me wisdom and humility so I can lead as you want me to. Let me rejoice at the achievements of others. In YOU alone I trust. God bless you. Patti Greene If you are reading this blog from the official blog page and you would like to receive notification when new blogs are posted, please fill in your email address in the “Follow by Email” block on the upper left portion of the blog. http://plgreene.blogspot.com And don’t forget COMMENTS are always welcome! Books by Patti Londa Greene Awaken Me: a devotional prayer journal God, It’s Me: 181 Days for Young Adults to Become Passionate about Prayer and Bible Study “Nehemiah: Who wrote the book?” The Bible-Teaching Ministry of Charles R. Swindoll. [21 June 2015.] Stedman, Ray. “Nehemiah: Rebuilding the walls.” Authentic Christianity. [June 21, 2015.] Wallace, Wanda T. and David Creelman. Leading people when they know more than you do. Harvard Business Review. 16 June 2015. Web.
Check out this Nehemiah study from Trueway Teens! It's packed with printable worksheets, study notes, games, and more to help your teens dive deep into the story of Nehemiah. Whether you're teaching at home or at church, this lesson is perfect for sparking meaningful discussions and strengthening their faith. Download your free printable today!
Nehemiah makes his petition to Artaxerxes. William Hole, Old Testament History (Eyre and Spottiswoode, c 1925).
About This Product Once upon a time…the name Nehemiah came to be. Our personalized art print celebrates the singular story of Nehemiah’s remarkable journey through history, featuring a detailed account of the name’s origin, meaning and how it managed to survive the test of time. The descriptive words at the bottom of Nehemiah’s print reflect the spirit and energy of its “Destiny Number” according to numerology. Whether Nehemiah is a newborn, teen, or grown-up, a family member, friend, teacher, co-worker or any special someone, each story is an inspirational reminder of his core identity: Nehemiah, that one wonderful word by which he is known. As a gift or keepsake to honor and inspire the Nehemiah in your life, our art print makes for smart, engaging and distinctive décor. Combining typography with artistic expression, our original content is a result of years of rigorous research and carefully curated pieces of history. Every story we tell, we tell with love. Framed and unframed artwork is made to order in our California and Oregon facilities. Art prints are professionally printed on heavyweight fine art paper with archival inks for vibrant long-lasting color, clear text and crisp imagery. Each solid wood frame is handcrafted and available in smooth matte black and soft matte white painted finishes. With a buffered acid-free mat and backing to beautifully showcase your art, framing-grade acrylic glazing filters UV rays for protection and longevity. Frame is finished with a dust cover, wall bumpers and wire ready for hanging!
These Nehemiah Printables are aimed at children in kindergarten and preschool and includes over 100 pages of fun and learning.
We can learn some practical principles from Nehemiah's rebuilding mission. As Christ-followers, we must take up our positions and get to work!
This one is obviously geared towards building your wall, which is completing the work that God has given to you. After studying Nehemiah for a few months, one thing that I really admire about him i…
Embrace a heart of thankfulness with a Prayer of Gratitude inspired by Nehemiah 9:25. This powerful prayer reflects on God's endless blessings...
A daily devotional from Moody Bible Institute: Have you ever been faced with a huge task, afraid to take the first step even when you knew God had called you to it?
About This Product Once upon a time…the name Nehemiah came to be. Our personalized art print celebrates the singular story of Nehemiah’s remarkable journey through history, featuring a detailed account of the name’s origin, meaning and how it managed to survive the test of time. The descriptive words at the bottom of Nehemiah’s print reflect the spirit and energy of its “Destiny Number” according to numerology. Whether Nehemiah is a newborn, teen, or grown-up, a family member, friend, teacher, co-worker or any special someone, each story is an inspirational reminder of his core identity: Nehemiah, that one wonderful word by which he is known. As a gift or keepsake to honor and inspire the Nehemiah in your life, our art print makes for smart, engaging and distinctive décor. Combining typography with artistic expression, our original content is a result of years of rigorous research and carefully curated pieces of history. Every story we tell, we tell with love. Framed and unframed artwork is made to order in our California and Oregon facilities. Art prints are professionally printed on heavyweight fine art paper with archival inks for vibrant long-lasting color, clear text and crisp imagery. Each solid wood frame is handcrafted and available in smooth matte black and soft matte white painted finishes. With a buffered acid-free mat and backing to beautifully showcase your art, framing-grade acrylic glazing filters UV rays for protection and longevity. Frame is finished with a dust cover, wall bumpers and wire ready for hanging!
A daily devotional from Moody Bible Institute: What a journey we have taken this month! We traveled with Nehemiah from the Persian capital all the way to Jerusalem.
About This Product Once upon a time…the name Nehemiah came to be. Our personalized art print celebrates the singular story of Nehemiah’s remarkable journey through history, featuring a detailed account of the name’s origin, meaning and how it managed to survive the test of time. The descriptive words at the bottom of Nehemiah’s print reflect the spirit and energy of its “Destiny Number” according to numerology. Whether Nehemiah is a newborn, teen, or grown-up, a family member, friend, teacher, co-worker or any special someone, each story is an inspirational reminder of his core identity: Nehemiah, that one wonderful word by which he is known. As a gift or keepsake to honor and inspire the Nehemiah in your life, our art print makes for smart, engaging and distinctive décor. Combining typography with artistic expression, our original content is a result of years of rigorous research and carefully curated pieces of history. Every story we tell, we tell with love. Framed and unframed artwork is made to order in our California and Oregon facilities. Art prints are professionally printed on heavyweight fine art paper with archival inks for vibrant long-lasting color, clear text and crisp imagery. Each solid wood frame is handcrafted and available in smooth matte black and soft matte white painted finishes. With a buffered acid-free mat and backing to beautifully showcase your art, framing-grade acrylic glazing filters UV rays for protection and longevity. Frame is finished with a dust cover, wall bumpers and wire ready for hanging!
About This Product Once upon a time…the name Nehemiah came to be. Our personalized art print celebrates the singular story of Nehemiah’s remarkable journey through history, featuring a detailed account of the name’s origin, meaning and how it managed to survive the test of time. The descriptive words at the bottom of Nehemiah’s print reflect the spirit and energy of its “Destiny Number” according to numerology. Whether Nehemiah is a newborn, teen, or grown-up, a family member, friend, teacher, co-worker or any special someone, each story is an inspirational reminder of his core identity: Nehemiah, that one wonderful word by which he is known. As a gift or keepsake to honor and inspire the Nehemiah in your life, our art print makes for smart, engaging and distinctive décor. Combining typography with artistic expression, our original content is a result of years of rigorous research and carefully curated pieces of history. Every story we tell, we tell with love. Framed and unframed artwork is made to order in our California and Oregon facilities. Art prints are professionally printed on heavyweight fine art paper with archival inks for vibrant long-lasting color, clear text and crisp imagery. Each solid wood frame is handcrafted and available in smooth matte black and soft matte white painted finishes. With a buffered acid-free mat and backing to beautifully showcase your art, framing-grade acrylic glazing filters UV rays for protection and longevity. Frame is finished with a dust cover, wall bumpers and wire ready for hanging!
As I sat down to write this article, I found myself reflecting deeply on the concept of spiritual paralysis, a state that many of us experience at some point
Watchtower Study October 24-30, 2016: How did God strengthen the hands of Moses, King Asa, and Nehemiah? How does He strengthen our hands today?
As I sat down to write this article, I found myself reflecting deeply on the concept of spiritual paralysis, a state that many of us experience at some point
The prophet Nehemiah provides modern day leaders a wonderful model of leadership, teaching us to lead toward what God is calling us to do, according to Lovett Weems.
A daily devotional from Moody Bible Institute: I was mocked a lot as a kid. I was dorky, into video games, bad at sports, short, and weighed more than most kids my age.
In the book of Nehemiah, the walls of Jerusalem are rebuilt as God demonstrates his love for his people. Learn how God seeks to draw you back to him.
About This Product Once upon a time…the name Nehemiah came to be. Our personalized art print celebrates the singular story of Nehemiah’s remarkable journey through history, featuring a detailed account of the name’s origin, meaning and how it managed to survive the test of time. The descriptive words at the bottom of Nehemiah’s print reflect the spirit and energy of its “Destiny Number” according to numerology. Whether Nehemiah is a newborn, teen, or grown-up, a family member, friend, teacher, co-worker or any special someone, each story is an inspirational reminder of his core identity: Nehemiah, that one wonderful word by which he is known. As a gift or keepsake to honor and inspire the Nehemiah in your life, our art print makes for smart, engaging and distinctive décor. Combining typography with artistic expression, our original content is a result of years of rigorous research and carefully curated pieces of history. Every story we tell, we tell with love. Framed and unframed artwork is made to order in our California and Oregon facilities. Art prints are professionally printed on heavyweight fine art paper with archival inks for vibrant long-lasting color, clear text and crisp imagery. Each solid wood frame is handcrafted and available in smooth matte black and soft matte white painted finishes. With a buffered acid-free mat and backing to beautifully showcase your art, framing-grade acrylic glazing filters UV rays for protection and longevity. Frame is finished with a dust cover, wall bumpers and wire ready for hanging!
Context makes a difference in conversation, but also when we read the Bible. That's why we created Bible Need To Know, a recurring feature that looks at the story behind the stories in the Bible. Use this 13-Day Devoti...
Rebuilding brokenness will help you renew your life after a shattering experience. You will learn from Nehemiah how to restore your heart.
Who was Nehemiah in the Bible? How is understanding the life of Nehemiah valuable to our spiritual growth?
