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00:00In this third part we will reflect on two final points that we observed when analyzing
00:17the context that Nehemiah had during the reconstruction process.
00:22Let's remember, we are reviewing Nehemiah's experience in dealing with conflicts
00:28internal members of the group. We must be aware that the enemy does not only launch attacks
00:35It does not only avoid external attacks, but also does everything possible to create internal conflicts
00:40of the group and divide it. These differences usually arise from attitudes and feelings.
00:47Selfish individuals, who allow themselves to progress, will cause divisions and paralysis in the project's implementation.
00:55that God wants us to achieve. How can we face these conflicts? Let's continue examining them.
01:03After doing what was necessary to resist the threats of enemies in the reconstruction
01:09From the wall, Neemiah must face the crisis generated by the rich Jews who were oppressing
01:17to the poor brothers, to such an extent that they received their children as partial payment for the loans
01:24contracted. How did Neemías deal with this situation? Let's look at the last two points to address
01:31Conflicts. Next recommendation. Address public divisions. Determination.
01:40Obviously everyone in Jerusalem knew that the rich were cheating.
01:45The poor. This sin had to be confronted publicly. We must confront publicly the
01:52Things that are public knowledge. If it's a personal sin, confess it personally.
01:58before God. If it is a private sin, between you and the other person. If the offense is against the
02:05community, you will have to face it publicly. What Nehemiah did was, we'll...
02:13Let's look at Neemiah chapter 5 verses 7 and 8. After thinking it over, I rebuked the
02:19nobles and rulers for imposing such a burden on their compatriots. I also convened a
02:26general assembly to discuss your case and I told them, we have done everything possible
02:34We have rescued our Jewish compatriots who had been sold to pagan nations.
02:40And now you're selling them again so we have to rescue them again?
02:47Neemiah repeated publicly what he had said privately to the offenders. For that
02:53man who had used his wealth to free Jewish slaves when he was a cupbearer in Persia.
02:59That behavior made no sense. Why are they treating their own people this way?
03:07Brothers and sisters? He asked them publicly. Is what you're doing illegal? They couldn't.
03:14It took a lot of courage to stand up to the city leaders. He was rebuking them.
03:22the same ones he depended on to finance the wall's reconstruction. He knew that it was
03:29Taking a risk. The devil was probably telling him, Neemiah, if you call this meeting
03:35If you go public and lose the support of the wealthy, who will pay the price? And then, what will people think?
03:43of God? But he did not hesitate, brother, to face the public conflict with the entire community. This
03:52This demonstrates Neemiah's integrity. Neemiah, chapter 5, verse 9, says, and I added, what was
04:03What they are doing is not right. They should show reverence for our God and thus avoid being mocked by others.
04:10Our pagan enemies. Neemiah appealed to their conscience, pointing out that what
04:19What they were doing was not showing the pagans the truth of a great and sovereign God. Revered
04:26For the Jewish people, it was a bad testimony. And Neemiah continued with the public rebuke.
04:34My family, my helpers, and I have also lent them money and wheat, so
04:44that we are going to forgive this debt. And I also ask that you return their land to them right now.
04:53vineyards, olive groves, and houses, and that they cancel the debts they have with you, whether they are of money,
05:00grain, wine, or oil. Neemiah was urging those people to see the error and
05:08make immediate restitution. Their wake-up call worked. The wealthy who were
05:15They repented after exploiting the poor. In verse 12 of chapter 5 of Neemiah
05:21He said, and they replied, "We'll return all of this and we won't ask for anything back. We'll do everything."
05:29Just as you said. Then I called the priests and made them swear in their presence.
05:37what they promised. Neemiah overcame the obstacle, but he made sure it was fulfilled. However,
05:45To be sure, he gave them an objective lesson they wouldn't easily forget. Later,
05:53In the following verse 13 of the same chapter 5 of Neemiah, it says, "Moreover, I shook out my clothes and said,"
06:01May God shake out of his house and property anyone who does not keep this oath
06:08And so I stripped him of everything he now had. The whole crowd responded, "Amen," and praised the Lord.
06:18Dear leader, here we see a great lesson from Nehemiah. Personally, in my management
06:24As a leader, there's still a lot to be done in this area; you need determination. And this translates to the
06:31A leader doesn't just assume something will be done. A leader ensures that what was agreed upon is carried out.
06:38On time and in the proper manner. The leader assumes responsibility and therefore gets involved to ensure the result.
06:48of what was agreed upon. I urge you, from today onwards, not to assume anything and to make sure you understand what was defined for
06:57Whatever you do, whether it's a task or a project, make sure it gets done on time.
07:04Let's look at one last recommendation for dealing with internal conflicts.
07:10It shows detachment.
07:14In Nehemiah, chapter 5, verses 14 to 18, we will find.
07:19He leads others by example. That was the foundation of his leadership.
07:24When he asked the people of Jerusalem to rebuild the walls, he went out with them to
07:29work. When he asked them to pray, he had already been praying. When he asked them to
07:35He worked night and day to finish the job; he also stayed up all night.
07:41and working every day. When he asked them to help the poor, he was already doing so.
07:48Even though Neemiah, by virtue of his position as governor, was entitled to maintenance, he never received it.
07:53She took it. On the contrary, she used her personal wealth to contribute to the reconstruction effort.
08:01Neemiah was a model of generosity. He took care to write this at the end of the report.
08:08in order to make a comparison between conflict and selfishness.
08:13Very important to remember, the principle to learn is that leaders only ask the
08:19They should do what they're already doing. Can you be sure their example is inspiring?
08:26for all members of your team? It is the leader whom everyone expects, at all times.
08:34It is observed by its followers. I would summarize this topic 10 as the determination that must
08:41to stop a leader in the face of internal conflicts that may arise within the group.
08:48That's the most complicated part. Even with experience handling these situations,
08:55A problem poorly handled by the leader can divide and destroy the team.
09:01Today we find countless groups or communities that want to do things their own way
09:07Each person looking out for their own interests. I remember the advice Paul gave to Timothy.
09:14In the second letter, chapter 4, verses 3 and 4. For the time is coming when people
09:22They will not tolerate sound teaching. Instead, according to their own whims, they will seek out many things.
09:29They will turn their backs on the truth from teachers who only teach them what they want to hear.
09:34And they will believe all sorts of stories. It will not be easy for the leader to maintain this resolve.
09:42In a time of crisis. But if your prayer and trust are in God, it will be the Holy Spirit.
09:49who provides the strength and wisdom to act. When the Spirit of God acts
09:56And there are situations in our group or community where there is no equity or differences in treatment.
10:02As people, we must follow the recommendations we learned through the context of enmities.
10:09We must express our displeasure, remember, our anger. We cannot let degrading situations go unpunished.
10:16offend or harm the integrity of our brothers. Even more so, when it is we ourselves.
10:22We are the ones who may be causing this harm. We must be consistent with our Christian teachings.
10:28and what we demonstrate through our actions. Remember, it's always important
10:36The leader should reflect before speaking. Think carefully about what you are going to say. It is a statement.
10:44Report the situation that is occurring within the group. Never point fingers at people.
10:52Remember, confront the person privately. Never make a public display of your behavior.
11:01Remember to confront in private. We know that nobody likes confrontation with other people.
11:07However, sometimes it will be necessary. Don't let time pass, because later it might be...
11:14This is detrimental because it creates larger problems. When situations arise that are of the order
11:21Public, we will have to face them in the same way, with great determination, publicly.
11:28And the last recommendation we received from our leader Neemiah is to be an example. The leader only asks.
11:34Tell others to do what they're already doing. Is the leader's path easy? No.
11:43But I can tell you that it's exciting, a daily struggle, to witness what God does
11:49When there is someone willing to be molded, to take up their cross and overcome themselves each day and see what God
11:57Deliver. Don't be afraid and keep persevering on this path. See you next time. God bless you.
12:19Thank you.
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12:22Thank you.