John Trapp Complete Commentary - Nehemiah 2:18
Neh 2:18 Then I told them of the hand of my God which was good upon me; as also the king’s words that he had spoken unto me. And they said, Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for [this] good [work]. Ver. 18. Then I told them of the hand of my God ] i.e., of his gracious providence in prospering me in all. As also the king’s words] Which were likewise very gracious and comfortable. Now he that hath both God and the king on his side, what would he have more? And they... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Nehemiah 2:12-20
Nehemiah 2:12-20And I arose in the night. Nehemiah, the model workerI. He works thoughtfully. Before he commences this tremendous task he spends some time in deliberation. Who can tell the thoughts of Nehemiah as he moved amidst the ruins of Jerusalem this night? Jerusalem was the home of his fathers, the centre of his most hallowed associations. Before we undertake a work we should gauge its magnitude and become convinced of its practicability (Luke 14:28-30). Men, from the impulse of the... read more