When Opposition Comes

When You Start Building, Expect the Battle
There’s something exciting about new beginnings. A fresh step of obedience. A new calling. A decision to build something meaningful. But if Nehemiah teaches us anything, it’s this: the moment you start building, resistance shows up.
When Nehemiah began rebuilding Jerusalem’s wall, the people were united, hopeful, and ready to work. But almost immediately, mockery came. Critics questioned their ability, their faith, and their chances of success. And honestly, that still happens today. When you step out in faith—serve, lead, forgive, rebuild, or grow—there will always be voices that doubt what God is doing in you.
Nehemiah didn’t waste energy arguing. He prayed. Then he got back to work.
That’s such a Frontier reminder for us. We don’t fight battles with noise or defensiveness. We bring our burdens to God, trust Him with our reputation, and keep building what He’s asked us to build.
When the opposition escalated, Nehemiah adjusted the strategy. The people prayed and posted guards. They worked wisely, stayed alert, and kept going. Faith wasn’t passive—it was prayer paired with action.
But the hardest battle wasn’t outside the wall; it was discouragement inside the builders. They were tired. The rubble felt overwhelming. Fear began to spread. And Nehemiah’s response was simple: Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome.
That’s the invitation for us, too. When you feel weary or overwhelmed, don’t stare at the rubble—remember God’s faithfulness. Remember what He has already carried you through.
At Frontier, we believe God is always building something—inside us and through us. And if you’re facing resistance right now, that doesn’t mean you’re off track. It might mean you’re exactly where God wants you.
So keep praying. Keep building. Keep showing up.
The wall isn’t finished yet. And neither is your story.