When Nehemiah faced threats and lies, he remembered his purpose, which was to rebuild Israel’s witness by rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem. How is it that we lose sight of our purpose so easily? We major in the minors. Help us see your purpose in our lives so that we can let go of minor things and hold onto major things. Help us shape our lives around your purpose, in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Let it Go! - Traditional
October 17, 2021 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • Nehemiah 6
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October 31, 2021 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • Nehemiah 8:9–11, Nehemiah 12:43–47
Paul said the body of Christ rejoices with those who rejoice and mourns with those who mourn. Nehemiah said, “the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Even as children prepare to dress up and adults prepare to give out candy tonight, help us nurture the joy of the Lord that will persist in good and bad times. Help us celebrate even in suffering, because while we will have trouble in the world, Jesus has overcome the world. We ask for the love and joy that surpasses understanding in Jesus’ name. Amen.
The Joy of the Lord is your Strength - Traditional
October 31, 2021 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • Nehemiah 8:9–11, Nehemiah 12:43–47
Paul said the body of Christ rejoices with those who rejoice and mourns with those who mourn. Nehemiah said, “the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Even as children prepare to dress up and adults prepare to give out candy tonight, help us nurture the joy of the Lord that will persist in good and bad times. Help us celebrate even in suffering, because while we will have trouble in the world, Jesus has overcome the world. We ask for the love and joy that surpasses understanding in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Righteousness is Horizontal And Vertical! - Modern
October 24, 2021 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • Nehemiah 9:1–8, Nehemiah 9:35–38
A cross would not be a cross if it lacked either the horizontal or vertical plane – it would simply be a line. In the same way, our salvation is not merely a matter of being in right relationship with neighbor or God alone – both are evidence of salvation. As we celebrate our ministry with scouting today, we give thanks that we have a shared investment in helping all people grow in the favor of God and of others. Strengthen us to love and serve both God and neighbor in Jesus’name. Amen.