Nehemiah Building What Matters
In this sermon series, Bro. Richard Price explores the book of Nehemiah through the lens of "building what matters." Rather than focusing solely on the architectural rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls, the series emphasizes the theological truth that God builds people before He builds through them. The narrative highlights how God prepares ordinary individuals through seasons of private faithfulness, emphasizing that true ministry and leadership are always rooted in a personal relationship and obedience to God rather than individual credentials or resumes.
What You'll Learn
In this opening sermon, Dr. Richard Price introduces a multi-month series centered on the book of Nehemiah. Throughout the message, he provides several thematic "hints" and areas of focus for the upcoming series:God’s Preparation of People: The core theme of the series is that before God rebuilds structures or changes external circumstances (like the walls of Jerusalem), He focuses on building and preparing the people who will carry out His work.
The Power of Surrender: He emphasizes that God works through "surrendered servants." The series will likely continue to explore how individuals can make themselves available for God’s "extraordinary assignments" despite their ordinary backgrounds.
The Nature of True Obedience: He links this series to the congregation's annual theme, "The Capacity to Obey," noting that true obedience begins in the "hidden places" where God teaches us to trust Him before others take notice.
Theology vs. History: Dr. Price signals that he will approach the text not just as historical events, but as a narrative arranged by the Holy Spirit to reveal the character of God, specifically His covenant faithfulness and comfort.
Christ-Centered Interpretation: He hints that the series will consistently point toward Jesus Christ, framing the rebuilding of Jerusalem as a precursor to the restoration of humanity through the Gospel.
