i. Joseph was courageous, he interpreted the dreams he had (Gen 37:5-11) and those of the King’s two officers (Gen 40:5-7) truthfully. He had confidence …show more content…
From the confidential nature of his duties and his frequent access to the royal presence, one could rightly say that he was a man of unquestionable character and possessed great influence. Nehemiah has a great concern for both the city of Jerusalem and the Jews who have returned to the land of Judah. Immediately upon seeing one of his brothers who had recently returned from Judah, Nehemiah enquired about the wellbeing of his people in Jerusalem and when he heard the disturbing news, he falls to his knees and prays.
Nehemiah clearly recognizes that he is God’s servant (Neh. 1:6, 11). He willingly submits to God’s authority and willing to do the will of his God. Nehemiah is a man of prayer, he knows that he is not able to complete his mission by himself, he needs the help of God and he engaged God in prayer. When he is opposed in his efforts, he prays. When he is successful in his accomplishments, he prays. Every step of the way as he seeks to accomplish his goals, Nehemiah either requests the aid of God or thanks him for the aid He has already