Nehemiah’s Blueprint: Pray, Build, Guard

03/09/2025 29 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of The Unfinished Podcast, Tracie unpacks the theme of staying focused on God in the midst of opposition and distraction.☕ Coffee Break with Tracie​ Why God may be closing our ears to certain voices.​ Peter walking on water: the danger of shifting our focus from Jesus.​ The reminder from Titus about sound doctrine and upright teaching.📖 Study in Nehemiah 4–6​ Chapter 4: External opposition, mockery, and fear → Nehemiah responds with prayer and strategy.​ Chapter 5: Internal struggles and injustice → Nehemiah confronts sin and models integrity.​ Chapter 6: Distractions, lies, and intimidation → Nehemiah refuses to come down and prays, “Lord, strengthen my hands.”🪞 Mirror Moments​ Am I focusing more on voices about God than on God Himself?​ Where am I letting discouragement or distractions weaken my hands?​ What does it look like for me to stay on the wall God has called me to?🔑 Key Takeaway: Keep your eyes on Jesus and your hands on the work. Don’t come down.