100 Days to a Healthier ChurchSample

Day 46

Today’s Big Idea: Nehemiah assigns positions on the wall. Nehemiah was called to rebuild the wall, but he knew he couldn’t do it himself. Every great effort needs a team. Yours may not be the team you expect. They may not have the skills you think you need. But when Jesus said He’d build His church, He knew who He would need. And He knows what and who you’ll need, too.

Key Verse: Rephaiah son of Hur, ruler of a half-district of Jerusalem, repaired the next section. Adjoining this, Jedaiah son of Harumaph made repairs opposite his house (Nehemiah 3:9–10).

Thoughts to Consider: The detailed list of repairs to the wall and the people who did them is a breathtaking lesson in cooperation, sacrifice, and skill. Some repaired the section of the wall closest to their house, while others came from faraway tribes and nations. Those working on the wall were rich and poor, leaders and servants, men and women, priests and laity, builders and merchants.

When considering who should serve on the upcoming Project Teams, don’t leave anyone out. In situations like this, it’s often the least likely people who do the greatest work.