The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 274: Perseverance in Opposition (2025)
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Oct 1, 2025 Fr. Mike dives into Nehemiah's challenging journey of rebuilding Jerusalem's walls, facing mockery and threats from Sanballat and Tobiah. He emphasizes the power of prayer combined with practical action when confronting opposition. As Nehemiah balances work with vigilance, he also addresses internal strife, restoring justice among the people. The discussion highlights themes of integrity and effective leadership. Additionally, insights from Esther's chapters shed light on rising dangers, while Proverbs reminds us of the wisdom found in discipline.
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Organize Work And Watch
- Do structure teams so some work while others protect the project.
- Equip people to both labor and defend, even working with tools in one hand and weapons in the other when needed.
Backstory Explains Later Revenge Plot
- Hidden backstory scenes in Esther reveal motives behind later events.
- Mordecai saved the king and later that act explains his elevated status and Haman's hatred.
Divine Favor Doesn’t Eliminate Opposition
- Even when God clearly blesses a mission, opposition is still expected and normal.
- Nehemiah shows that divine favor does not remove obstacles but shapes how we respond to them.
