Listen "Nehemiah: Taking Inventory"
Episode Synopsis
In Nehemiah 2:9–20, Nehemiah arrives in Jerusalem and begins the work of assessing the city’s ruins. Before rushing into action, he waits, prays, and carefully takes inventory of the destruction around him. This message challenges us to do the same in our own lives: to pause, take stock of what has become “white noise,” and ask God to reveal the areas of brokenness we’ve ignored or normalized.Like Nehemiah, we are called to trust Him, stand firm against opposition, and rebuild what has been lost—not in our strength, but through His power.Key Scripture Passage: Nehemiah 2:9–20For more information, visit: branchchurchmn.orgChapters(00:00) Recap from Nehemiah 2:1–8(02:00) White Noise Illustration and Personal Story(05:00) Opposition from Sanballat and Tobiah(09:00) Nehemiah Waits and Assesses the Situation(11:00) Wisdom in Leadership and Taking Inventory(14:00) Calling Out the Problem: “You See the Trouble We Are In”(16:00) The Gracious Hand of God at Work(18:00) The People Respond to Rebuild(19:00) Identifying “White Noise” in Our Lives(22:00) Building Walls of Protection with God’s Help(24:00) Renewed Opposition and Nehemiah’s Bold Response(26:00) Standing Firm in God’s Power and SuccessKeywords: Nehemiah, Branch Church, taking inventory, white noise, prayer, rebuilding, leadership, opposition, God’s gracious hand, discipleship, restoration, courage, spiritual growth, trust in God, hope
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