There really is so much that we could discuss about Nehemiah. Everytime I read this book I reflect back on all the sermons and Bible studies I have participated covering this book. But going back to the though of who you keep company with and guarding your circle of influence; take a look at Sanballat and Tobiah.
These two guys really tried to cause some problems among Judah. They tried to sneak into the census, tried to stop the work with terrorism, letters from the king. They spread rumors and slander, hired people to put fear in the leaders hearts so that they would sin against God, and even plotted to do personal harm.
Just consider how they tried to take Nehemiah away from his work. In chapter six they sent to him four times to come visit so that they could distract Nehemiah from the work and ultimately take him away from it. But his response is classic. He didn't have time for them. He knew his mission and he was focused on that alone.
Do you ever let people or things distract you from your work? I am not talking about the work you do to earn a living. I mean your work for the Lord Jesus. What are those things in your life (maybe people) who distract you and seek to take you away from the fellowship of Gods people, the presence of God in prayer, and the word? Can you identify them? And most importantly, can you say to them "I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down: why should the work cease, whilst I leave it, and come down to you?"
Sincerely,
Jay
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