March 30

Lord, Strengthen Our Hands

But I said, “Should a man like me run away?”

Nehemiah 6:11 (NIV)

My help comes from the Lord. Who made the heavens and the earth. The Lord himself watches over you! The Lord stands beside you as your protective shade.

Psalm 121: 2, 5 (NLT)

I love the story of Nehemiah and sometimes dream of being this kind of hero. What a man and what a mission! He worked to protect his people by rebuilding the city wall and in so doing keeping the enemy at bay.

He was determined, but most important, he relied on God. He prayed and he encouraged his people. He was humble and he depended on God. And in the end? The wall was rebuilt, the mission completed, and the city enjoyed great peace.

How and where is God leading you? It takes vision and heart to follow God—whether the territory is dangerous or not. Will you rely on Him and get it done? If you do, you will be one of God’s heroes—just like Nehemiah.

Lord, help me even as You helped Nehemiah. Grant me Your vision, strengthen my hands, and put Your joy in my heart as You did for him. In Jesus’ name, Amen.