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Podcast: Sharper Iron from KFUO Radio
Episode: Nehemiah 4:1-23: A Shovel in One Hand and a Sword in the Other
Description: The work on Jerusalem’s walls brings anger and mockery from the opponents of the people of God. Nehemiah and the people of Judah draw strength from God through prayer, and they refuse to stop. Such a faithful response brings about plans for a secret attack by the opposition, and morale in Israel begins to waver. Nehemiah responds with both prayer and action, trusting that God will fight for the people. Nehemiah makes the people ready for attack by providing for self-defense, and the sneak attack comes to nothing, thanks to the LORD’s deliverance.Re...