The story of the taunting of the Samaritans toward Nehemiah is a great lesson for us today for standing firm in the faith, even in the midst of ridicule and insult.

When we read about Nehemiah’s plan in chapter 4, we couldn’t help but think about missionaries and front line workers and their supporters. The rebuilders of the wall needed support personnel with swords, spears, and bows. Missionaries and front line workers need others as support in the way of financial support, prayer support, and encouragement.

Neh 4:19
Then I said to the nobles, the officials and the rest of the people, "The work is extensive and spread out, and we are widely separated from each other along the wall.

Do you know of a missionary or a front line worker who could benefit from a word of encouragement from you…or extra financial support…or most especially prayer intercession for them? Something to seriously think about!