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When Compassion Becomes a Calling: Lessons from Nehemiah 1:2–4

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 🌿 When Compassion Becomes a Calling: Lessons from Nehemiah 1:2–4 Bible Text: > “When I heard these words, I sat down and wept, and mourned certain days, and fasted, and prayed before the God of heaven.” — Nehemiah 1:4 (KJV) 💔 The Moment that Changed Nehemiah’s Life Some messages don’t just reach your ears—they reach your soul. When Nehemiah received the heartbreaking news about the condition of Jerusalem, everything around him stopped. His heart broke. The once-glorious city of God lay in ruins—its walls torn down, its gates burned, and its people living in fear and disgrace. Even though Nehemiah lived far away in the comfort of the Persian palace, his spirit was tied to the pain of his people. He didn’t ignore what he heard or say, “That’s not my problem.” Instead, he sat down, wept, mourned, fasted, and prayed. That reaction was not weakness—it was divine sensitivity. It was God stirring his heart to act. 🌿 The Context of Nehemiah 1:2–4 Nehemiah was serving as the cupbeare...
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Walking by Faith, Not by Sight: How to walk by faith

  Trusting God Beyond What You See: what does it mean to walk by faith.

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Introduction: 

What Does It Mean to Walk by Faith?

Have you ever been in a season where life feels uncertain? Maybe you're praying for direction, but instead of answers, you feel lost. It’s frustrating when we don’t see immediate results, and it’s tempting to rely only on what we can see, touch, and understand. However, God calls us to live differently.

📖 2 Corinthians 5:7 – "For we walk by faith, not by sight."

Walking by faith means trusting God even when:
✔️ The path ahead is unclear.
✔️ You don’t see immediate answers to prayers.
✔️ Fear and doubt try to take over.

Faith is more than belief—it’s action. It’s choosing to trust God even when circumstances suggest otherwise. But how do we develop a faith strong enough to sustain us through difficult times?

In this blog, we’ll explore:
✔️ What it truly means to walk by faith
✔️ Why it’s hard (but necessary)
✔️ Biblical examples of people who walked by faith
✔️ Practical ways to strengthen your faith daily
✔️ Encouraging Bible verses to keep you going

Why Walking by Faith is Hard (But Necessary)

Faith is simple in theory but difficult in practice. Here are three reasons why it’s challenging—yet crucial—to walk by faith:

1. We Want Control

  • It’s human nature to crave certainty.
  • Faith requires surrender—trusting that God knows what He’s doing even when we don’t.

📖 Proverbs 3:5-6 – "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

God sees the bigger picture. When we trust Him, we release the burden of having to figure everything out.

2. Fear and Doubt Cloud Our Vision

  • We often focus on problems instead of God’s promises.
  • Faith means believing God’s truth even when fear tries to take over.

📖 Isaiah 41:10 – "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

3. God’s Timing is Different from Ours

  • Faith means trusting even when God’s answer is delayed.
  • What seems like a setback is often a setup for something greater.

📖 Habakkuk 2:3 – "For the vision awaits its appointed time… Though it lingers, wait for it; it will certainly come."

God’s delays are not denials. He is always working, even when we can’t see it.

Biblical Examples of Walking by Faith

1. Abraham: Obedience Without the Full Plan

Abraham left everything behind to follow God’s promise, even though he didn’t know where he was going.

📖 Hebrews 11:8 – "By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out… not knowing where he was going."

Lesson: Faith requires obedience, even when we don’t have all the details.

2. Peter: Walking on Water

Peter stepped out of the boat and walked toward Jesus on the water—until he let fear distract him.

📖 Matthew 14:29-31 – "When he saw the wind, he was afraid… and began to sink."

Lesson: Keeping our eyes on Jesus strengthens our faith.

3. The Israelites: Trusting God for Daily Manna

God provided daily manna, teaching them to trust Him one day at a time.

📖 Exodus 16:4 – "I will rain down bread from heaven for you… each day’s portion."

Lesson: Faith is about trusting God step by step, not expecting the full plan at once.

How to Walk by Faith Every Day

1. Stay in God’s Word

  • Faith grows by hearing God’s truth daily.
    📖 Romans 10:17 – "Faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ."

2. Pray Even When You Don’t Feel Like It

  • Prayer aligns your heart with God’s will.
    📖 Philippians 4:6-7 – "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, present your requests to God."

3. Step Out in Faith (Even If It’s Scary!)

  • Faith requires action. Take small steps of trust every day.
    📖 James 2:17 – "Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead."

4. Remember Past Testimonies

  • Look back at how God has been faithful before.
    📖 Deuteronomy 31:8 – "The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you."

5. Surround Yourself with Faith-Filled People

  • Community strengthens faith!
    📖 Hebrews 10:24-25 – "Let us encourage one another… not giving up meeting together."

Encouraging Bible Verses for Walking by Faith

✔️ Psalm 46:10 – "Be still and know that I am God."
✔️ Matthew 6:33 – "Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you."
✔️ Isaiah 26:3 – "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast because they trust in You."

Your Faith Walk: Take the First Step Today

Faith isn’t about knowing the full plan—it’s about trusting the One who does.

🌿 What step of faith is God asking you to take today?
💬 Share in the comments and let’s encourage one another!

📌 Share this post with a friend who needs to strengthen their faith.

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Anuri Mabel, founder of Power Her – Say No to Early Pregnancy, uses the Afya Glow platform to raise awareness about girls’ health, education, and empowerment. She combines health education and advocacy to support youth and families with practical wellness tips and life-changing knowledge.

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