Ep. 112: Nehemiah's Call: From Prayer to Action
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Summary
In this episode, Pastor Earl Wallace discusses the powerful lessons found in the book of Nehemiah, encouraging listeners to read its 13 chapters. Nehemiah, whose name means "The Lord is comforted," served as cupbearer to the king, akin to a chief of staff and adviser. Living as an exiled Jew, Nehemiah enjoyed security, wealth, and comfort but yearned to restore life and godliness to Jerusalem. Despite the city's destruction and the people's suffering, Nehemiah responded to the bad news with prayer, demonstrating his deep connection with God.
Pastor Wallace challenges the body of Christ to be in tune with God, praying prayers of praise, perseverance, and preparation. He emphasizes that prayer should lead to action, encouraging listeners to step out of their comfort zones and respond to God's call, as Isaiah did in Isaiah 6:8.
Jesus' command in Matthew 28:19 to make disciples of all nations underscores the importance of aligning our desires with the Holy Spirit and acting on them. Pastor Wallace references Michael Youssef's book, God, Help Me Rebuild My Broken World, for further insight into rebuilding our crumbling society.
At Liberty Christian Fellowship, Pastor Wallace highlights the lack of awareness about the true God of the Bible and the suppression of the Bible in public schools. He believes that understanding the biblical basis of the Bill of Rights can lead people in secular schools to Christ and provide them with a correct view of history, demonstrating the Bible's individual and civic benefits.
The episode concludes with a call to action: "Shall we respond with 'Here am I; send me'?" Embracing this challenge will lift us all up in liberty.
Why You Should Listen
This episode is essential for anyone seeking to deepen their prayer life and take actionable steps in their faith journey. Pastor Earl Wallace draws powerful parallels between Nehemiah's dedication and the modern-day call for Christians to be proactive in their communities and beyond.
By understanding the true teachings of the Bible and its relevance to civic life, listeners can gain valuable insights into how to align their desires with God's will and make a meaningful impact. Tune in to be inspired and equipped to answer God's call with, "Here am I; send me."
Important Links:
Website: www.libertycfchurch.org
The Biblical Basis For The Bill of Rights: https://libertycf.org/3br/
Start A Home Bible Study Using LCF Material: Liberty Offsite Body of Christ Community (LOBOCC)- www.lobocc.org
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@libertychristianfellowship5721
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