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Devotional : Building a City on Prayer – Part 3

August 25, 2016 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 4 Comments

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So far in this series, we have discussed the following prayer strategies of Nehemiah.

He prayed fervently
He focused on the greatness of the One he was praying to
He prayed for favor
He prayed the promises of God
He prayed against resistance
He prayed for strength
He personalized his prayers

Many years ago, the music band Starship recorded a hit song called ‘We built this city on rock ‘n roll’. However, Nehemiah built the walls of Jerusalem on prayer, and through the guidance, wisdom and courage he received as a result of his prayers.

Nehemiah : Building A City On Prayer – Part 2

August 2, 2016 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 0 Comments

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Hi Friends, in our last post we shared 4 prayer pointers from the life of Nehemiah. They were,

He prayed fervently
His focus was on the greatness of the One he was praying to
He prayed for favor
His prayer included the promises of God

Today, we will look at 3 more prayer thoughts from Nehemiah. They are,

Devotional : Building A City On Prayer – Part 1

July 27, 2016 / Palitha Jayasooriya / 0 Comments

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The book of Nehemiah is one that is filled with courage, effective leadership, faith, motivation, a great sense of adventure and a desire to honor God. Upon receiving information that the walls of Jerusalem were broken down and in ruins and the gates burned with fire, Nehemiah clearly understood the dangers and disgrace involved (Nehemiah 1:3). It meant the city was unprotected, probably a laughing stock, with its security under grave threat from enemies. (Today we are battling with an unseen enemy that has crossed most borders in the form of a dangerous virus). He therefore resolved to do something about it. This great task that he undertook and finished efficiently was covered by much prayer.