Nehemiah 6:9

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

Tous ces gens voulaient nous effrayer; ils se disaient: «Ils baisseront les bras et le travail ne se fera pas.» Maintenant, mon Dieu, fortifie-moi!

What Does This Mean?

Nehemiah is speaking here, addressing God. He is talking about how his enemies were trying to discourage and weaken him and his people from rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. He asks God to strengthen his hands, meaning to give him the strength to continue the work despite the threats.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're building a big sandcastle, and some kids come by and say, 'You'll never finish your castle!' They want you to give up. But you say, 'God, help me keep building my castle, no matter what they say!' That's what Nehemiah is doing here.

Historical Background

Nehemiah wrote this in the fifth century BCE, while he was leading the reconstruction of the walls of Jerusalem. The Jews had returned from exile, and they faced opposition from neighboring groups who didn't want them to rebuild the city.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, imagine you're starting a new business and your competitors are spreading rumors that you'll fail. Instead of giving up, you can ask God to strengthen you, just like Nehemiah did.

Topics

• faith
• perseverance
• strength
• opposition
• prayer
• rebuilding

Related Verses

• Exodus 14:13
• Psalms 27:14
• Isaiah 41:10
• Ephesians 6:10
• Hebrews 12:2

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the 'they' in Nehemiah 6:9?

The 'they' refers to Nehemiah's enemies who were discouraging and trying to weaken the Jews from rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem.

What does 'strengthen my hands' mean?

This phrase means to give Nehemiah the strength and courage to continue his work despite the threats and opposition from his enemies.

How can we apply Nehemiah 6:9 today?

We can apply this verse by asking God to strengthen us when we face opposition or discouragement in our work or goals, just as Nehemiah did.

What was Nehemiah's main goal in rebuilding Jerusalem?

Nehemiah's main goal was to restore the walls of Jerusalem to protect the city and its people, and to symbolize their return and restoration as a nation after exile.