Staying Committed || Jarrett Stephens
What does it look like when faith moves from burden to action? In Nehemiah 2–3, we see a leader who has prayed, planned, and waited for the right moment, and then steps forward in faith when God opens the door. Pastor Jarrett Stephens walks us through Nehemiah’s call to action, showing how God uses prepared people, unified effort, and obedient courage to accomplish His work. This message reminds us that God-sized vision always requires faith-filled action. Opposition will come. Resistance is inevitable. But when God’s people commit themselves to a good work, trusting the good hand of God, He does more than rebuild walls. He strengthens hearts, unifies His people, and advances His purposes for His glory. As we step into the NEXT initiative together, this message calls each of us to ask where God is inviting us to act, to sacrifice, and to play our part in what He is building.
What does it take to stay committed when opposition rises and discouragement sets in?
In Nehemiah 4–6, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shows us how God’s work often advances in the middle of resistance, fatigue, and internal tension. Through Nehemiah’s leadership, we see the danger of outside opposition that breeds discouragement and inside conflict that threatens unity. Yet we also see a model for faithfulness: pray consistently, confront wisely, and keep working with resolve.
As we approach Commitment Sunday and step into the NEXT initiative together, this message reminds us that what God is building is bigger than projects. It is about people, faith, and eternal impact. Staying committed means holding a sword in one hand and a trowel in the other, trusting God to fight for us as we faithfully do the work He has called us to do.
The Call to Action || Jarrett Stephens
What does it look like when faith moves from burden to action? In Nehemiah 2–3, we see a leader who has prayed, planned, and waited for the right moment, and then steps forward in faith when God opens the door. Pastor Jarrett Stephens walks us through Nehemiah’s call to action, showing how God uses prepared people, unified effort, and obedient courage to accomplish His work. This message reminds us that God-sized vision always requires faith-filled action. Opposition will come. Resistance is inevitable. But when God’s people commit themselves to a good work, trusting the good hand of God, He does more than rebuild walls. He strengthens hearts, unifies His people, and advances His purposes for His glory. As we step into the NEXT initiative together, this message calls each of us to ask where God is inviting us to act, to sacrifice, and to play our part in what He is building.
