Revival (defn) 1) an improvement in the condition or strength of something. 2) an instance of something becoming popular, active, or important again.

“Revival is the awakening or quickening of God’s people to their true nature and purpose.” Robert Coleman

Nehemiah 9:1-3
They hear God’s word.
They ask God’s forgiveness.
They cry out in worship.

Nehemiah 9:4-25
Acknowledging God’s goodness.
Nehemiah 9:26-30
Acknowledging God’s discipline.
Nehemiah 9:31
Acknowledging God’s mercy.
Nehemiah 9:32-35
Acknowledging God’s righteousness/faithfulness.
Nehemiah 9:36-37
Acknowledging their need for the Lord.

They hear God’s word, they ask God’s forgiveness, and they worship Him. They start to acknowledge him for who he truly is.

Nehemiah 8:1-8
We need to be eager to hear and understand his word.

Nehemiah 8:9-12
The very fact that you are being convicted by God’s word is evidence that he still loves you… is still pursuing you… and still hasn’t given up on you. It is cause for great joy.

Nehemiah 8:13-18

Nehemiah 8:10b “Do not be grieved” Nehemiah says, “for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”

Deuteronomy 34:6-7

(The last few minutes includes our outreach spotlight segment.)

Nehemiah 7:1-4

All three episodes have the same conclusion: the work got completed, but with mixed results.

Nehemiah 7:5-72

Two things this list should have done in people’s hearts:
-inspired them to sacrifice
-challenged them to be in it for the long haul

Nehemiah 6:1-19

4 ways we often get off-track:
Distractions
Lies
Compromise
Scare Tactics

There is a difference between danger and the possibility of danger.
Even when there IS real danger, believe that God will fight for you.

Resolve: Unwavering determination
“But now, O God, strengthen my hands.”
Nehemiah 6:16
Stay focused and finish strong

Nehemiah 5:1-13
Repent: Respond the right way when we’re called out for being in the wrong.
Nehemiah 5:14-19
Reflect: Be an example of God’s heart.

Video: Faces of human Trafficking

Fighting oppression or injustice:
Do what you can to make a difference.
(Make Sure you’re life backs it up)
Do it with a right heart.
Do it as an example to others

Resist: Defend Against Your Opposition
Nehemiah 2:9-10
Nehemiah 2:19-20
Nehemiah 4:1-4
Nehemiah 4:5-8
Nehemiah 4:9-23

Weak Insignificant Foolish Defeated
Inadequate Incapable Inept

Nehemiah (Stand Strong) by Jon Egan (This song occurs at 28 min in, but it did not record properly. You will only hear keyboard. Please skip ahead to 32 min for the rest of the message)

Pray. Work. Fight.

Nehemiah 2:9-16
Recon: Assess the situation
Nehemiah 2:17-18
Rally: Invite people to engage in the effort
Nehemiah 2:19-20

Nehemiah 3:1-32

Everyone had a role to play.
Each person did their part.
Even those outside Jerusalem helped.

Nehemiah 3:5
Recognize: Every Task Matters and Every Person Counts.
“Progress comes more quickly to a church where most people engage in the work.” ~ Nate Holdridge