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July 23_Nehemiah: Bold Requests

Jul 23, 2023
The podcast explores the story of Nehemiah and his bold requests from the king to rebuild a city. It discusses the importance of carrying the spirit of God into the world and facing opposition when championing the cause of the marginalized. The chapter on desire and longing reflects on how to recognize and speak out one's desires. The power of God and its ability to inspire boldness in life is also discussed. Nehemiah's confidence and partnership with God is highlighted as an encouragement to trust in something bigger than oneself.
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Quick takeaways

  • Embrace and express your desires, as they are a crucial part of your true self.
  • Expect and prepare for opposition when advocating for justice and empowering the marginalized.

Deep dives

The Power of Desire and Longing

Nehemiah's story highlights the importance of embracing our desires and longings as part of our truest selves. Rather than suppressing or fearing these desires, Nehemiah's boldness in expressing his desire to rebuild the wall shows the value of understanding and embracing our deepest longings. It encourages us to consider going more boldly into our own lives, trusting in the power of the divine and the potential partnership we have with God in fulfilling our desires and pursuing our calling.

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