Conflict: Responding to Opposition

Ezra 4:1-5, Nehemiah 4:1-9.

The Opponents

People on the fringe.
Community leaders.
Regional authorities.

The Tactics
The Response

God’s word is declared.
A ‘man of peace’ intervenes.
Genuine repentance is evidenced.
Wise plans were put in place.

A. God’s people will be opposed.
B. God’s word will be speaking.
C. God’s Spirit will be moving.
D. God’s wisdom will be active.
E. God’s community will be supportive.
F. God’s plans will be vindicated.
G. God’s Son will be our example.