Nehemiah: Arise and Build
Classes
Class 1: Class 1
The class covers the historical context of Nehemiah's mission to rebuild Jerusalem, emphasizing the faith and obedience of those who undertook the task despite significant obstacles. It highlights the importance of unity and the fulfillment of divine prophecy.
Class 2: Class 2
The class covers the historical and spiritual context of Nehemiah's work in rebuilding Jerusalem, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness and unity in the face of opposition. It draws parallels between Nehemiah's challenges and those faced by the apostle Paul, highlighting the need for self-sacrifice and adherence to God's commandments.
Class 3: Class 3
The class examines Nehemiah's leadership and the spiritual lessons from his work, focusing on the high priest Eliashib's lack of spiritual integrity despite his physical labor. It highlights the importance of spiritual growth, obedience, and faithfulness in ecclesial life.
Class 4: Class 4
The class discusses Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild Jerusalem's walls, emphasizing the challenges he faced from external enemies and internal collusion. It highlights the importance of perseverance, faithfulness, and spiritual growth in the face of adversity.
Class 5: Class 5
The class covers Nehemiah chapter 8, focusing on the gathering of the people to hear the reading of the Law of Moses and the spiritual revival that followed. The main lesson emphasizes the importance of understanding and obeying God's law and the joy that comes from spiritual growth and communal worship.
Class 6: Exhortation - Ruling our Spirit
The class focuses on the theme of ruling one's spirit, drawing from the lives of Jehoshaphat, Samson, and other biblical figures. It emphasizes the importance of self-control and humility over worldly achievements, using Nehemiah's example of building the wall to illustrate the need for spiritual fortitude.