SATAN’S TACTICS

Nehemiah 4:1-23

 

I. Ridicule: “The language of the devil.” Thomas Carlyle

          A. Satan insults the servants of God

          B. Nehemiah’s response:  He Prayed and continued to work!

 

II. Intimidating Plots: the outside threat!

          A. Watch and pray!

          B. Use the spiritual equipment that God has provided!

     “Put on the whole armor of God that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil” Eph. 6:11

 

III. Discouragement – the inside threat!

          A. A key weapon in Satan’s arsenal

          B. Discouragers are often doubters and compromisers

 

IV. Fear brings paralysis and is contagious!

          A. Jesus said, “Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith?”  (Matt. 8:26)

          B. Steps to overcome Satan’s tactics: Nehemiah’s grand plan

                        1. Post guards

                        2. Arm entire

                        3. Half work – half watch

                        4. Words of encouragement