Action Stations

The story of Nehemiah is all about the rebuilding of God’s city and the actions taken by God’s people. As we enter a new season as a church, we want to be inspired about the “great work” that God has called us to (Nehemiah 6:3), so each week we’ll look at a different action mentioned in the book that we think is important for kingdom life today.

Gathering September 5, 2021 \| Luke Davydaitis Our new series started by looking at why a large gathering of people is the climax of the story of Nehemiah, and a vital part of God’s purposes for church life today. Gathering - Small Group Notes 114.69 KB - Gathering.pdf To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'
Why Small Community Matters September 12, 2021 \| Dan Hudson When the people rebuilding Jerusalem faced growing opposition, Nehemiah called them to form small communities that could work together and fight for one another, and so achieve what God had set out for them. In this message from an all-age service, Dan shows us how committing to and engaging with small groups in our church community are just as important today. Why Small Community Matters - Small Group Notes 123.11 KB - Why-Small-Community-Matters.pdf To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'
Praying September 19, 2021 \| Luke Davydaitis Nehemiah was a man of action but also a person of prayer whom we can learn much from. His big and little prayers in the first two chapters of the book give us models for speaking to the God who loves to hear and answer our prayers. Praying (Nehemiah 1-2) - Small Group Notes 119.45 KB - Praying.pdf To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'
Saying "Yes" to God September 26, 2021 \| Dan Hudson As we continue looking at the story of Nehemiah, Dan speaks on how important it is to be FAT (faithful, available, teachable) as we listen to God and say “Yes” to Him. Saying Yes to God - Small Group Notes 106.71 KB - Saying-Yes-to-God.pdf To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'
Doing the Messy Work October 10, 2021 \| James Hibbert-Hingston Sometimes we’re faced with tasks in the building of God’s Kingdom that feel difficult, messy, and unpleasant. Continuing our series in Nehemiah, James looks at the story of The Dung Gate, and reminds us that we can trust Jesus in all the work we’re faced with, because what He has already done for us was messier and tougher than we could ever imagine. To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'
Building October 17, 2021 \| Dan Hudson Nehemiah 3 tells us that the work of rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem involved everyone. This should be the same for church life, and Dan looks at three key factors that should help us realise this and live accordingly. 437.83 KB - Nehamiah-3-Building-Small-Group-Notes.pdf To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'
Persevering October 24, 2021 \| Raphael Mrode Soon after the rebuilding of Jerusalem began, God’s people faced opposition. Jesus promised us this too (John 10:10), so how do we persevere? Raphael shows us what the enemy is trying to do and how we can overcome opposition in our lives. Persevering - Small Group Notes 118.11 KB - Persevering.pdf To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'
Reading November 21, 2021 \| Dave Hill People are reading the Bible less than ever before – it’s a radical choice that most people don’t make. Nehemiah 8 shows us how wonderful and life-changing reading and hearing and obeying God’s Word can be. Reading - Small Group Notes 106.73 KB - Reading.pdf To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'
Covenanting November 28, 2021 \| King's Church The rebuilding project in Jerusalem ends with a recommitment to the covenant between God and his people. But what is a covenant and what does it mean for us? Nathanael looks at Nehemiah 9:38-10:39 to unpack it for us. Covenanting - Small Group Notes 95.98 KB - Covenanting.pdf To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'
Failing December 5, 2021 \| Luke Davydaitis The book of Nehemiah ends with a profound sense of anti-climax as God’s people continue to live unfaithfully. This points us to Jesus as the only hope that any of us have. He wants to use the very things that Israel neglected to do us good. Failing - Small Group Notes 121.67 KB - Failing.pdf To download, right click here and use 'Save Link As...'