Nehemiah 4:16-21 by Susanne Moore In Choice 7 we talked about being on the offensive. Have you ever lived life in the defensive position? After being deeply engrained in an abusive relationship, I was spending every moment on the defensive, walking on eggshells, people pleasing on both sides of the fence and running from GodContinue reading "Choice 8: Keep Watch over the New"

Nehemiah 4:1-15; Nehemiah 6 by Susanne Moore The best defense is a good offense. The last five choices in Nehemiah's Blueprint to Rebuilding that I have written about in past blog posts taught about making methodical choices for future success and change. That is the best offensive action in facing the enemy. In 1 PeterContinue reading "Choice 7: Defend Yourself: Protect What You are Rebuilding."

Nehemiah 3 by Susanne Moore "One day at a time, sweet Jesus. That's all I am asking from you." Back when I was a teenager this song would play on the television when I would be visiting my daddy in Dallas. He was newly ousted from the Church of Christ because they said he didContinue reading "Choice 6: One Gate, One Step at a time."

Nehemiah 2:17-20 by Susanne Moore New beginnings. What do you think of when you here this phrase? Most of the time I think of how many times I have had to start over. Each time is a challenge. I have fresh baggage that is quite heavy. There are so many reasons you find yourself atContinue reading "Choice 5: Begin the Work. Bring Your Prayer Circle With You"

Nehemiah 11-16 by Susanne Moore Remember the snake? He has been jumping in to spook us since day one. If you remember, Nehemiah asked the king for all he would need for success. the king not only provided it, but he also sent an army ahead to protect it. May we never forget God isContinue reading "CHOICE 4: Examine the Ruins"