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  I AM DOING A GREAT WORK
  by Watchman Nee
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Summary: Watchman Nee emphasizes the importance of steadfastness and
commitment to God's work through the example of Nehemiah's leadership
and perseverance.

Topics: "Commitment to God's Work", "Spiritual Perseverance"
Scripture References: Nehemiah 6:3, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 12:11, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Galatians 6:9, Ephesians 2:10, Philippians 3:14, Colossians 3:23-24, 2 Timothy 4:7, Hebrews 12:1-2

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Watchman Nee emphasizes the unwavering commitment of Nehemiah to his
divine mission, illustrating how he remained focused on the 'great work'
of rebuilding Jerusalem despite facing significant opposition and
personal risk. Nehemiah's steadfastness serves as a powerful example for
believers today, reminding them that dedication to God's calling is
essential for spiritual triumph. The sermon encourages listeners to
prioritize their divine assignments and resist distractions that may
hinder their progress.

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"I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down: why should the
work cease, while I leave it?" Nehemiah 6:3

When the nation of Israel had so sinned that God must give them into
captivity, he was already making his own plans to restore them to their
land again. Among the instruments whom he prepared for this purpose was
Nehemiah, a man whose spirit was in the land of God's promise even while
he himself served as a captive exile in the Persian palace of Shushan.

In asking the king for permission to return to Judah, Nehemiah knew he
was risking his life. He succeeded in his request, but as he set out on
his journey he could hardly have foreseen the opposition he would meet
on his arrival there. Yet whatever the enticements, he never once
deviated from his "great work" of building for God. Steadfastness of
purpose marked him. It is also our secret of spiritual triumph.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/watchman-nee/i-am-doing-a-great-work/
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