Dennis R. Wiles First Baptist Arlington September 29, 2024  FALL 2024 Together . . . for the Future September 1 – November 2, 2024 Preaching Voice: Shepherd  Overcoming Obstacles Ezra 4:4-5; 5:3-5; Nehemiah 4:1-23   Theme for 2024: Together  Theme for Fall 2024: Together . . . for the Future  Lessons for Re-Building (or Building) -Kneeology: We must begin with prayer! -You Are Here: We must accept an honest assessment! -Planning and Zoning: Make a plan and get to work! CONTEXT: In Ezra 4 and 5 we read of the opposition faced by the Jews who were attempting to re-build the Temple in Jerusalem. Nehemiah 4 records the obstacles faced by Nehemiah and his workers as they were re-building the wall around Jerusalem.  LESSONS TO BE LEARNED In any journey of building or re-building, obstacles are inevitable. Obstacles can have a positive effect---they can force us to be more focused and determined. Obstacles can be overcome! Pray! Often, we have to make real adjustments to face obstacles. Obstacles can be overcome!