Thoughts on Nehemiah 2

·      Sometimes you have to let your vision/reality gap bother you.  Let your heart be troubled (1)

·      Sometimes you have to wait. (1)

·      Prepare and plan. (1)

·      Changing a person’s heart is not your job.  Only God can do this.  Don’t manipulate (1)

·      If you are real with others you may be hurt.  It is worth the risk (2)

·      Honor those who in authority over you.  Even if you disagree.  (3)

·      Share your burdens with others.  Real community is priceless (4)

·      Pray in the middle of defining moments.  (4)

·      When it comes to your vision be humble enough to ask for help.  Be gracious enough to receive it.  (5)

·      Make it real: make sure you have everything you need to start you vision.  (6)

·      Faith is not a synonym for disorder.  Have a plan (6)

·      Your vision will threaten others.  This is normal.  Expect that people will throw stones. (10)

·      Look carefully at your challenge.  Don’t be discouraged. (16)

·      Include others. (17)

·      Trust God when others mock you.  Move forward. (20)