"Breakthrough In Resilience" | Breakthrough | City United Church

Описание: What does it truly mean to get back up when life repeatedly knocks you down? In this powerful message, Pastor Pencil explores the transformative power of resilience through the story of Nehemiah, who faced relentless opposition while rebuilding Jerusalem's walls. Drawing from Nehemiah chapters 5 and 6, he reveals how true resilience isn't just about personal toughness, but about being deeply rooted in faith. Through Nehemiah's example, we learn that breakthroughs in resilience come through three essential elements: discernment to recognize opposition, determination to stay focused on God's calling, and patience to endure repeated challenges. Pastor Pencil emphasizes that resilience isn't found by avoiding hardship but by enduring it through God's strength, comparing it to a boxer who refuses to stay down on the mat. The message culminates in a practical strategy for developing spiritual resilience, challenging the congregation to relinquish their rights, keep their eyes fixed on Jesus, and trust in God's perfect timing. As City United faces its own trials, this timely message calls believers to move beyond mere survival to experience true spiritual breakthrough through resilient faith.

CHAPTERS
00:43 - God's Breakthrough for 2026
01:55 - A Breakthrough in Resilience
03:31 - Examples of Resilience in the Bible
06:03 - Nehemiah 6:1
07:15 - How to Keep Your Vision and Purpose
13:07 - Nehemiah 6:1
19:03 - Nehemiah the King's Faith
21:34 - Resilience #3
25:41 - March 7: Prayer for Breakthrough Resilience

VERSES // Nehemiah 6:1-4; Nehemiah 5:1-5

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