Answering the Call – Nehemiah’s Commission

“Give your servant success today by granting him favor in the presence of this man. I was cupbearer to the king.” Nehemiah 1:11

Nehemiah was not a great religious leader when he felt the need to act. He was not a great political leader. He was a cupbearer. Many of us will never stand behind a podium or come from families of greatness, but that’s not important to God. He is looking for a vessel that’s available and ready for use. He is looking for someone who will look out at her context and see the need for a spiritual revival and step out to do something about it. He used a shepherd boy to kill an experienced army general; he used a stuttering man to deliver a nation; he used a dreamer to save a nation and his family; he used a donkey to speak to a prophet. Your position does not matter. He is looking for someone who will listen to His call and say, “Yes, Lord.” Are you this person?

The prophet says, “Lord, we delight in revering you, so listen to our prayer.” He calls on God to give him success as he prepares to speak with the king. God can give you favor with any man as long as you walk according to his purpose. My sisters, the promises of God are real, and they are true. God promises to bless you and lift you up if you obey him- despite fear.

God used Ananias to heal Saul, a man known for being a man who persecuted and even killed Christians. He must have heard countless stories of horrendous things Saul had done to Christians in the region. But still, he obeyed. And thank goodness he did! Because of Ananias’ obedience, God gave Saul back his sight and changed his heart. Saul (whose name was later changed to Paul) went on to become a major Christian force and, in turn, wrote much of the New Testament.

What is God asking you to do?

Prayer: O Lord my God, I repent of my disobedience. Give me courage and boldness to walk in obedience to your Word. Help me to patiently wait upon you. Let your Word build my faith in you. Give me hearing ears, seeing eyes, and a heart willing to obey you always. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

By Sonja Thompson

11 thoughts on “Answering the Call – Nehemiah’s Commission”

  1. Amen & Amen! That you for allowing God to use you to give confirmation today! Thank you Father that as I step out to do your will, your favor is going before me and goodness and mercy is following me. Thank you for opening doors and making ways as I go about doing your business in the earth. I am willing. You can use me Lord. And thank you for giving me the courage to continue doing even when fear tries to come and cause me to not move. Blessings

  2. Amen, Father God, continue to do your work in me teach me Oh God your ways to do your beautiful work. I trust you, Father God, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ Amen again 🙏🏽 🙌🏽 ❤️

  3. Today the word vessel keeps on resonating in me. I decided to to my devos and this is the word! Lord thank you!

  4. In Jesus name. I receive and agree with this prophetic devotional and prayer. Here I am Lord use me. For the Glory of God. Thank you. Blessings, Shalom and Agape 👀🙏🏽📖❤🙏🏽

  5. Faith is the key that unlocks the door Thank You God for using me spite of my faults my life where i came from or not you can always have use for your people (even me) when I’m feeling less than You Oh !God find greatness. Thank you
    Praise your Holy Name.
    AMEN

  6. Amen amen and amen!!

    What a confirmation 🙏🏾🙏🏾

    I just came out of a time of prayer and meditation with the spirit of the Lord and EVERYTHING in this devotional is in alignment with my prayers, meditation and my prayer journal!

    God’s richest blessings to you Sister S! Anointing, peace, guidance and protection over you in Jesus mighty name

  7. *Prayer: O Lord my God, I repent of my disobedience. Give me courage and boldness to walk in obedience to your Word. Help me to patiently wait upon you. Let your Word build my faith in you. Give me hearing ears, seeing eyes, and a heart willing to obey you always. In Jesus’ name, Amen.🙏🙏🙏

    Sister Sonja Thompson, I so agree with this prayer ask our Father to supply as I know He will. God bless🙌🙌✝️🤗💞

  8. I so grateful for you Minister Tippetts 💕🙇🏽‍♀️ I know you have a blessed relationship with the Lord you always speak in the heart of God to all of us women all over the world 🌎🌍 I’m so blessed by your devotion I’m making better decisions to become a stronger 💪🏾 Woman of God giving God all the glory for keeping us together AGAPE LOVE 💕 Beautiful Queen 👑

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