March 15, 2009: Position of Influence; Give It Up, Part 3 – Jon Gettings

When we view our lives, how much identity comes from our jobs?  From the positions we hold? Nehemiah held an important position...even though he was a slave under Persian rule.  But all of this meant nothing when he heard of the destruction of the temple and city walls in Jerusalem.  His wrecked him.  He asked God for favor with the King to pursue rebuilding the walls of the city.  He stepped out to see this important task accomplished without God asking it of him.  Nehemiah stepped out in faith...used his passion and gifting...and saw the Kingdom advanced.  His position as a follower of God had influence his earthly position never could.