Nehemiah 4 - Hammer in One Hand, Sword in the Other

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As the city of Jerusalem begins to rebuild its walls, a surprising obstacle emerges in the form of Sanballot, a governor from a neighboring region, who's determined to sabotage the project. In this episode, we explore the challenges faced by Nehemiah and the people of Jerusalem as they work to complete the wall, despite the opposition from their enemies:

God's will doesn't always mean things will be easy. Despite the progress made on the wall, the people face numerous obstacles, including the mocking and insults from their enemies.
Nehemiah's faith in God remains unwavering, and he prays for God's protection and guidance.
The people of Jerusalem continue to work tirelessly, every person taking up arms to defend their city. As the situation escalates, Nehemiah takes steps to prepare the people for potential attacks, setting up guards and encouraging them to remain vigilant.

Join us as we delve into the story of Nehemiah four and explore the lessons we can learn from his faith and perseverance. Listen in to hear how Nehemiah's story can inspire and encourage you in your own walk with God.

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Jenn Kokal grew up in a Christian household. In 2019, she noticed a common problem - too many Christians questioning faith, God, and the validity of the Bible. Since Jenn had a newfound love for God's Word, she wanted to spread its truth. Thus, P40 Ministries and The Bible Explained were born. Jenn's mission with The Bible Explained podcast is to go through the Bible cover-to-cover while answering common questions about God, Christianity, historical validity of the Scriptures, and the state of the world.

In her personal life, Jenn is a homebody who loves playing music, painting, and being a youth leader alongside her husband. Jenn lives in a little house in the middle of the Ohio sticks with her husband of eleven years and their two Jack Russells, Bandit and Cody.

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