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Explore the stages of rebuilding from Ezra and Nehemiah's experiences, from beginnings to maintenance, facing opposition and renewal. Lessons include starting causes opposition, God's provision, waiting on the Lord, and the importance of maintenance in the process of building without compromise.
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5 MIKE MAZZALONGO Building up Without Building up Without Compromise or Fear Compromise or Fear Part 2
Review Review • Stage #1 –Beginnings –Ezra 3:1-13 • Stage #2 –Opposition –Ezra 4:1-24 • Stage #3 –Renewal –Ezra 5:1-17
Rebuilding Stages Rebuilding Stages • Stage #4 –Completion –Ezra 6:1-22 – We see 7 things that happen when the people put their faith in God.
The people enjoy a “mountain top” experience but the stages are not finished yet!
Rebuilding Stages Rebuilding Stages • Stage #1 –Beginnings –Ezra 3:1-13 • Stage #2 –Opposition –Ezra 4:1-24 • Stage #3 –Renewal –Ezra 5:1-17 • Stage #4 –Completion –Ezra 6:1-22 • Stage #5 –Maintenance –Nehemiah 13:4-31
The “Problems” The “Problems” A. Pagan relatives in temple area
The “Problems” The “Problems” A. B. Support stopped Pagan relatives in temple area
The “Problems” The “Problems” A. B. C. Low attendance Pagan relatives in temple area Support stopped
The “Problems” The “Problems” A. B. C. D. Priestly misconduct Pagan relatives in temple area Support stopped Low attendance
ANOTHER “PEOPLE” PROCESS ANOTHER “PEOPLE” PROCESS Learn →Grow →Forget →Regress
Nehemiah’s Reforms Nehemiah’s Reforms • Removed intruder • Reinstated financial support • Assigned tasks to Levites • Rebuked priests
Renewal Process Renewal Process • Beginning • Opposition • Renewal • Completion • Maintenance
Lessons Lessons 1. Starting something causes opposition
Lessons Lessons 1. 2. Enemies don’t always play “fair” Starting something causes opposition
Lessons Lessons 1. 2. 3. Wait on the Lord Starting something causes opposition Enemies don’t always play “fair”
Lessons Lessons 1. 2. 3. 4. God is always working, even if you are not Starting something causes opposition Enemies don’t always play “fair” Wait on the Lord
Lessons Lessons 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. God provides Starting something causes opposition Enemies don’t always play “fair” Wait on the Lord God is always working, even if you are not
Lessons Lessons 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. You might die! Starting something causes opposition Enemies don’t always play “fair” Wait on the Lord God is always working, even if you are not God provides
Lessons Lessons 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Maintenance is always part of the process Starting something causes opposition Enemies don’t always play “fair” Wait on the Lord God is always working, even if you are not God provides You might die!