Human Viewpoint

Civilian Preparation

Look again at the last phrase of verse 13: "with their swords, with

their spears, and with their bows." They had weapons, and they knew

how to use them. They had the means to protect their country and their

loved ones.

And I looked, and rose up, and said unto the nobles, and to the rulers, and

to the rest of the people, Be ye not afraid of them: remember the Lord,

which is great and terrible, and fight for your brethren, your sons, and your

daughters, your wives, and your houses (Neh.4:14).

He wanted them to think divine viewpoint. So he encouraged them:

"Be ye not afraid!" Fear is a mental attitude sin; it is human viewpoint.

"Fear not" get the divine perspective!

"My grace is sufficient for thee: for My strength is made perfect

in weakness."  ( 2 Corinthians 12:9)

God help me to be aware of my limitations and to be willing and ready

to ask for Your help.

(In Christ name I pray)