Nehemiah 6.1-7.3

Recap: In previous chapters, how did the opposition try to stop the rebuilding?

Who or what did the opposition focus on in this passage?

At the beginning of the chapter, how much of the wall was rebuilt?

What was the first scheme of Sanballat, Tobiah, and Geshem in verses 2-4? What were the strategies behind it?

What was Nehemiah's response? How did he counter their strategies?

What did Sanballat add to this scheme in verses 5-7? What was he trying to accomplish by this?

How did Nehemiah react this time?

What was the third attack in this section? How did Nehemiah identify it and handle it?

What other attempts are hinted at in verse 14? What does this prayer show about Nehemiah's attitude toward these people and God?

What was the outcome of all these attempts (15)?

Even after the work was completed, how did Tobiah continue to attempt to undermine Nehemiah?

In the beginning of chapter 7, what steps did Nehemiah take to guard against the threats?

Summarize the strategies of the enemy in this chapter. How does Satan use these against us today?

What does Nehemiah teach us about how to respond to these attacks?

Have you ever been attacked or your work hindered like Nehemiah? Compare your response to Nehemiah's.

Are you currently facing any opposition that we can pray about for you?