Bible Explorer for the Young (Nehemiah)Sample

Confidence in God

Psalm 118:6

The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?

Nehemiah was being intimidated by Sanballat, Tobiah, Geshem the Arab, and other enemies. They sent letters to Nehemiah multiple times and the content of the letters was merely threats and intimidation.

Intimidation is an act of making someone else feel small and afraid. Intimidation can result in fear- and if our fear is bigger than our faith, it can control us more than the word of God does.

Nehemiah did not try to argue with the people who were against him. Instead, he stayed focused on his work and ignored their threats. Nehemiah prayed to be strengthened by God. Nehemiah’s confidence was in God.

We must have confidence in God. When feeling intimidated by an unfamiliar situation or people, just remember that God is with you. Stay strong and confident because you have a great Friend and Defender. Jesus is His name. 

Prayer

Dear God, my confidence is in You. Help me to always believe that You are with me to help and strengthen me. Amen.