Nehemiah: Brick by Brick
Nehemiah: Brick by Brick
Sometimes life feels too broken to fix. But the story of Nehemiah shows us that with God, restoration is always possible.
In our series Brick by Brick, we’ll follow Nehemiah’s journey from heartbreak to hope as he leads the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls. It all started with one man’s burden, a prayer, and a step of faith.
Each week, we’ll explore what God rebuilt through Nehemiah—and what He might want to restore in us. This isn’t just about ancient ruins. It’s about reclaiming faith, renewing purpose, and rebuilding what’s been broken in our lives and in our church.
No matter where you are, you’re invited to join the journey. Let’s see what God wants to build brick by brick.
Day 1: Holy Boldness Begins with Prayer
Nehemiah’s journey to rebuild Jerusalem did not start with bricks and mortar. It started with prayer. For four months, he fasted, mourned, and sought God before saying a single word to the king. When the moment finally came, Nehemiah was still afraid—but he prayed again, even in the middle of the conversation. His boldness was built on a foundation of trust in God, not confidence in himself.
We often think boldness means charging ahead, but Scripture shows us it begins in quiet moments of surrender. God honors the prayers we whisper in fear as much as the ones we speak with confidence. What matters most is that we turn to Him first.
Scripture:
Nehemiah 2:1–4 (ESV)
Reflection:
What is one area of your life where you need to pause and pray before acting? Trust God with your fears and desires today.