Responding to Insult

Originally preached on October 26, 2025.

scripture

Nehemiah 4:1–6

series

Rebuild

summary

The work to rebuild the wall has begun! But now the people of Jerusalem are facing opposition from their opponents, Sanballat the Horonite and Tobiah the Ammonite, two governors of rival provinces nearby. The opposition starts off with just insults, but Nehemiah’s story can give us a guide for how to navigate when we face insults as disciples of Jesus.

Responding to Insult (Nehemiah 4:1-6)

Aaron Halstead

Responding to Intimidation

Originally preached on November 2, 2025.

scripture

Nehemiah 4:7–23

series

Rebuild

summary

When their enemies openly mocked and insulted them and their work to rebuild Jerusalem’s walls, Nehemiah and the people continued to work with all their hearts. But their enemies were only angered all the more and conspired to attack them. Opposition to God’s people doesn’t always stop at insult; sometimes it escalates to intimidation. How should we respond?

Responding to Intimidation (Nehemiah 4:7-23)

Aaron Halstead