Dealing With Distractions
Nehemiah 1:4-11 - (Read your Own Bible with me)

When Nehemiah was a cupbearer to the king, he was troubled by the plight of the Israelites and their city. So, with the king’s permission, he set out to rebuild Jerusalem’s wall. There were numerous obstacles, but Nehemiah refused to be distracted from the task.

From his story, we learn the importance of:

• Being in the center of God’s will. When Nehemiah cried out in prayer about his people and homeland, the Lord showed him what to do.

• Remembering what the goal is. Nehemiah knew the Lord’s priority for him was to rebuild the city’s defenses. God has also planned things for us to do, and His work is always of great value.

• Accomplishing each task. By keeping the Lord’s goal in mind, we are better able to stay in our God-appointed place, carry out each step, and remain on course.

• Accurately identifying distractions. Those who seek to interrupt our work, divert our attention, or attack us personally are not from God.

Think about situations that are likely to distract you. Being aware of their potential to cause delays can help you stay focused.

Every believer has God-given tasks (Eph. 2:10). Nehemiah’s example is a good blueprint to follow in carrying them out.

Immediate Application:
Therefore, we see in this story about Nehemiah's example of dealing with distraction. Instead of letting it go and doing nothing, Nehemiah comes humbly to God in prayer and fast, - that's how he deals with those who want to distract the plans - the work that they're going to do.
In our lives, we might not understand why we struggle as such, and are facing some difficulties in life. But one thing that God wanted us to do, and that is to trust and rely on His process and timing. All we need to do to fight it back, is to kneel down before His throne of Prayer - seeking Him with all of our heart, soul, mind, & spirit.