Nehemiah 6 - Discerning the Prophets

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In this episode, the Israelites are rapidly rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. Sanballot, Tobiah, and Gesham, try to intimidate Nehemiah into stopping the project:

They send Nehemiah letters, claiming that he's planning to rebel against the king and become the ruler of Judah.
People who are doing good for God usually face opposition and false accusations.
Nehemiah's discernment and faith are put to the test when a prophet named Shemaiah tries to convince him to go into the temple for safety.
The wall is completed in just 52 days - how excavation has proven that the wall was built very quickly.

The episode touches on the theme of false prophets and the importance of testing their claims. Jenn reminds listeners to be cautious of people who claim to have prophecies or messages from God, and to do their due diligence in verifying their claims.

Related Episodes:

2 Chronicles 18:18-34 - God Always Gives Us a Choice

2 Chronicles 18:1-17 - Discerning False and Real Prophecy

Acts 20:25-38 - Paul Warns about False Teachers and What to Watch Out For

Ezra 4:4-24 - The Accuser's Gonna Accuse

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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.

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