BROKEN WALLS! (Nehemiah 1:1-11)

1. A REPORT! (v1-3)

•         The walls of Jerusalem are broken down and the gates are destroyed by fire

2. A RESPONSE! (v4)

•         Weeping, Mourning, Fasting, Praying

3. A REQUEST! (v5-11)

        Based on:

• A reverent concern for the glory of God

• An urgent request for the ear of God

• A persistent appeal for the people of God

• A humble dependence on the mercy of God

• A serious plea for the action of God

• A personal submission to the will of God

LESSONS:

• The kingdoms of this world only serve the Kingdom of God

• The real concern of a true believer is always for the cause of Christ in this world

• Erosion & apathy are some of the great concerns of the cause of Christ

• Prayer is the key to change (to the heart of God & to the will of God)

• You can make a difference – “Here am I, use me, send me”