Nehemiah 4:14
Nehemiah 4:14 in Multiple Translations
After I had made an inspection, I stood up and said to the nobles, the officials, and the rest of the people, “Do not be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes.”
And I looked, and rose up, and said unto the nobles, and to the rulers, and to the rest of the people, Be not ye afraid of them: remember the Lord, which is great and terrible, and fight for your brethren, your sons, and your daughters, your wives, and your houses.
And I looked, and rose up, and said unto the nobles, and to the rulers, and to the rest of the people, Be not ye afraid of them: remember the Lord, who is great and terrible, and fight for your brethren, your sons, and your daughters, your wives, and your houses.
And after looking, I got up and said to the great ones and to the chiefs and to the rest of the people, Have no fear of them: keep in mind the Lord who is great and greatly to be feared, and take up arms for your brothers, your sons, and your daughters, your wives and your houses.
After inspecting our defenses, I stood up and addressed the nobles, the officials, and the rest of the people, saying, “Don't be afraid of them! Remember the Lord, who is powerful and formidable! Fight for your brothers, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes!”
Then I behelde, and rose vp, and said vnto the Princes, and to the rulers, and to the rest of the people, Be not afrayde of them: remember the great Lord, and fearefull, and fight for your brethren, your sonnes, and your daughters, your wiues, and your houses.
And I see, and rise up, and say unto the freemen, and unto the prefects, and unto the rest of the people, 'Be not afraid of them; the Lord, the great and the fearful, remember ye, and fight for your brethren, your sons, and your daughters, your wives, and your houses.'
I looked, and rose up, and said to the nobles, to the rulers, and to the rest of the people, “Don’t be afraid of them! Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives, and your houses.”
And I looked, and arose, and said to the nobles, and to the rulers, and to the rest of the people, Be ye not afraid of them: remember the LORD who is great and terrible, and fight for your brethren, your sons, and your daughters, your wives, and your houses.
And I looked and rose up: and I said to the chief men and the magistrates, and to the rest of the common people: be not afraid of them. Remember the Lord who is great and terrible, and fight for your brethren, your sons, and your daughters, and your wives, and your houses.
Then after I inspected everything, I summoned the leaders and other officials and many of the other people, and I said to them, “Do not be afraid of our enemies! Think about what Yahweh, who is great and glorious, can do! And fight to protect your friends, your families, and your homes!”
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Study Notes — Nehemiah 4:14
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- Nehemiah 4:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 4:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 4:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 4:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 4:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 4:14
- Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 4:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 4:14
- Sermons on Nehemiah 4:14
Context — Discouragement Overcome
14After I had made an inspection, I stood up and said to the nobles, the officials, and the rest of the people, “Do not be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes.”
15When our enemies heard that we were aware of their scheme and that God had frustrated it, each of us returned to his own work on the wall. 16And from that day on, half of my servants did the work while the other half held spears, shields, bows, and armor. The officers stationed themselves behind all the people of JudahCross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 10:12 | Be strong and let us fight bravely for our people and for the cities of our God. May the LORD do what is good in His sight.” |
| 2 | Numbers 14:9 | Only do not rebel against the LORD, and do not be afraid of the people of the land, for they will be like bread for us. Their protection has been removed, and the LORD is with us. Do not be afraid of them!” |
| 3 | Isaiah 41:10–14 | Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness. Behold, all who rage against you will be ashamed and disgraced; those who contend with you will be reduced to nothing and will perish. You will seek them but will not find them. Those who wage war against you will come to nothing. For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand and tells you: Do not fear, I will help you. Do not fear, O worm of Jacob, O few men of Israel. I will help you,” declares the LORD. “Your Redeemer is the Holy One of Israel. |
| 4 | Hebrews 13:6 | So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” |
| 5 | Matthew 10:28 | Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. |
| 6 | Psalms 20:7 | Some trust in chariots and others in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God. |
| 7 | Psalms 66:3 | Say to God, “How awesome are Your deeds! So great is Your power that Your enemies cower before You. |
| 8 | Psalms 65:5 | With awesome deeds of righteousness You answer us, O God of our salvation, the hope of all the ends of the earth and of the farthest seas. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 1:21 | See, the LORD your God has placed the land before you. Go up and take possession of it as the LORD, the God of your fathers, has told you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.” |
| 10 | Hebrews 12:28–29 | Therefore, since we are receiving an unshakable kingdom, let us be filled with gratitude, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe. “For our God is a consuming fire.” |
Nehemiah 4:14 Summary
[Nehemiah 4:14 means that when we're faced with threats or challenges, we should trust in God's power and provision, just like Nehemiah did. We can do this by remembering God's works in our lives, as encouraged in Psalm 77:10-12, and by trusting in his power to help us, as seen in Exodus 14:13-14. By doing so, we can have the courage to stand up for what's important, like our families and communities, and trust that God will help us. This is similar to the way God helped the Israelites in their battles, and we can have the same trust and confidence in God's power.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Nehemiah's response to the threats from their enemies?
Nehemiah stood up and encouraged the people to remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and to fight for their families and homes, as seen in Nehemiah 4:14. This response is reminiscent of David's trust in God in Psalm 27:1-3.
Why did Nehemiah tell the people to remember the Lord?
Nehemiah told the people to remember the Lord because he wanted them to trust in God's power and provision, just as Moses encouraged the Israelites to remember God's works in Deuteronomy 8:2-5.
What was the result of Nehemiah's inspection and encouragement?
After Nehemiah's inspection and encouragement, the people were able to continue their work on the wall, with half of the servants working and the other half standing guard, as seen in Nehemiah 4:15-16. This is similar to the way God helped the Israelites in their battles, as described in Exodus 14:13-14.
How can we apply Nehemiah's example to our own lives?
We can apply Nehemiah's example by trusting in God's power and provision, just as he did, and by remembering God's works in our own lives, as encouraged in Psalm 77:10-12 and Lamentations 3:21-23.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's power and provision, just like Nehemiah did?
- How can I remember the Lord and his works in my daily life, especially when faced with challenges and threats?
- What are some ways I can 'fight' for my family and community, just as Nehemiah encouraged the people to do?
- How can I balance my work and responsibilities with the need to trust in God and remember his power, as seen in Nehemiah 4:15-16?
Gill's Exposition on Nehemiah 4:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Nehemiah 4:14
Trapp's Commentary on Nehemiah 4:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Nehemiah 4:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Nehemiah 4:14
Cambridge Bible on Nehemiah 4:14
Whedon's Commentary on Nehemiah 4:14
Sermons on Nehemiah 4:14
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Steak and Snake by Carter Conlon | The sermon from Malachi chapter 3 emphasizes the importance of having oil in our lamps, symbolizing the need for spiritual readiness in a darkening world. It warns against the sedu |
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Honoring God in an Impossible Place by Carter Conlon | This sermon emphasizes the need for the Church of Jesus Christ to rise up in a generation where society is rapidly declining morally, socially, and politically. The speaker calls f |
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The Call of the Shipmaster by Carter Conlon | This sermon is a powerful call to prayer and revival, emphasizing the need for believers to awaken to the urgency of the times and seek God's presence. Drawing from the story of Jo |
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Our Daily Homily - Nehemiah by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the significance of Nehemiah's role as a cupbearer, illustrating how God can use humble individuals for great purposes. Nehemiah's heartfelt prayers and tears |
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Nehemiah 4:14 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear in the face of challenges, as illustrated in Nehemiah 4:14. He acknowledges that while there are valid reasons for fear, su |
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Remember the Lord. by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of remembering the Lord in all circumstances, drawing from Nehemiah's example of faith and reliance on God amidst adversity. He encourages beli |
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Are You Overwhelmed by Fear? by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that when fear overwhelms us, we must focus on the greatness of God and recall His past deliverances. He illustrates this through Nehemiah, who encourage |




