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Matchless Defender

Psalm 62:6

He is my rock, who saves me. He protects me like a strong, walled city. I will not be defeated.

When Nehemiah was leading the people rebuilding the wall, there were some people who were unhappy with it. They were Sanballat, Tobiah, the Arabs, the Ammonites, and the men from Ashdod. They hated them and made fun of them. 

Nehemiah’s reaction was praiseworthy. He was not scared, distracted nor discouraged. He kept his immovable faith and encouraged the Israelites to keep their faith in God who proved to be a matchless defender. 

You might see that nowadays many people are mocking those who do the right things and supporting those who do the wrong things. There are always going to be people in your life who misunderstand you and don’t like you;  even though you didn't do anything wrong to them. There will always be people who criticize you or judge you while you are actually trying to do the right thing.

Do not be discouraged when the world seems to oppose you just because you are doing something right. Have courage and keep your faith in God. 

Prayer

Dear God, I find peace in You. I will not be discouraged with what the world throws at me. Rather I will put my faith in You as You are my matchless defender. Nothing can go against You. Amen.