We all have problems. Let’s
learn how to deal with them with help from Nehemiah in the Bible.
How big is the problem in Nehemiah
1:1-18?
The Problem: The walls of Jerusalem are broken down and the people are in great trouble
and disgrace.
The Problem with the
Problem:
•The leader is geographically far away
from the problem.
•The Jews have no material to rebuild the
walls.
•The people have no will of their own to
rebuild the walls.
•There was great opposition to the
rebuilding of the walls.
Nehemiah’s Process for
Problem Solving:
1. He turned to God.
This should always be our
first step!
2. He turned to the King (earthly
powers).
God can provide help from
many sources.
3. He became Personally Involved.
Don’t expect others to
care if you don’t get involved.
4. He got the People Involved.
People don’t care how much
you know until they know how much you care.
Nehemiah’s closing words
of encouragement:
Don’t be afraid to ask for
help. Remember big problems can be solved
Be wise today and always - keep
focused on the task at hand.
