N E H E M IA H

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OCTOBER 22, 2017 // NEHEMIAH

TOGETHER

Mike Howerton - Lead Pastor Eliashib the high priest and his fellow priests went to work and rebuilt the Sheep Gate. They dedicated it and set its doors in place, building as far as the Tower of the Hundred, which they dedicated, and as far as the Tower of Hananel. The men of Jericho built the adjoining section, and Zaccur son of Imri built next to them. The Fish Gate was rebuilt by the sons of Hassenaah. They laid its beams and put its doors and bolts and bars in place. Meremoth son of Uriah, the son of Hakkoz, repaired the next section. Next to him Meshullam son of Berekiah, the son of Meshezabel, made repairs, and next to him Zadok son of Baana also made repairs. The next section was repaired by the men of Tekoa, but their nobles would not put their shoulders to the work under their supervisors. The Jeshanah Gate (the Old Gate) was repaired by Joiada son of Paseah and Meshullam son of Besodeiah. They laid its beams and put its doors and bolts and bars in place. Nehemiah 3:1-6 NIV For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. 2 Peter 1:5-7 NIV

Sheep Gate = _________ He was oppressed and treated harshly, yet he never said a word. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter. And as a sheep is silent before the shearers, he did not open his mouth. Isaiah 53:7 NLT The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! John 1:29 NLT

Fish Gate = _______________ “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men,” Matthew 4:19 KJV

Old Gate = _________ This is what the Lord says: “Stop at the crossroads and look around. Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls.” Jeremiah 6:16 NLT

Valley Gate = ______________ And all of you, serve each other in humility, for “God opposes the proud but favors the humble.” 1 Peter 5:5b NLT

Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11:29 NLT

Dung Gate = __________________ Because we have these promises, dear friends, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that can defile our body or spirit. And let us work toward complete holiness because we fear God. 2 Corinthians 7:1 NLT

Fountain Gate = __________ Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit…Ephesians 5:18b NLT

Water Gate = __________ Horse Gate = ____________ The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the Lord. Proverbs 21:31 NLT

East Gate = _________ Inspection Gate = _____________________ Everyone has to die once, then face the consequences. Hebrews 9:27 Message Don’t try to avoid responsibility by saying you didn’t know about it. For God knows all hearts, and he sees you. He keeps watch over your soul, and he knows you knew! And he will judge all people according to what they have done. Proverbs 24:11-12 NLT

We are to work ________________ We are to work ______________ QUESTIONS FOR GROUPS // • Read 2 Peter 1:5-7 NIV. Which qualities could be added to your life? • Reflect on the “Fish Gate” – how are you sharing Jesus with others? • Reflect on the “Valley Gate” – is there an area of life where pride has kept in? How can you exercise more humility in your life this week? • Reflect on the “East Gate” – what is an area of life where you could use HOPE right now? • How can you help bring hope through The Kitale Project… as an individual? Family? Group?