Reidhead Sermon Report
Sermon Name:
The Sword and the Trowel
Theme:
Scripture:
Missions & Witness
Nehemiah 4:17-18
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Sermon Overview
Reidhead uses the builders of Jerusalem's wall to illustrate the "Working-Warrior." He argues that one cannot effectively build (evangelize and edify) without being armed with the Sword of the Spirit to resist opposition. The message emphasizes that the work of God always meets resistance, and the believer must be prepared for "Co-laboring" and "Conflict" simultaneously.
Key Principles
Nehemiah Pattern:Accept the dual role of the "Working-Warrior"; be prepared to "build" and "battle" at once.
The Sword: Use the "Spoken Word" (Rhema) as your primary weapon to resist the enemy’s direct opposition.
The Trowel: Commit to the "labor of edification"—building up the local church and the global mission.
Staying on the Wall:Refuse to be distracted by the "Sanballats" of modern life; stay focused on your specific Kingdom task.
Corporate Trumpet: Be ready to respond to the church's call for unified prayer or action in times of spiritual crisis.
Mind to Work: Ask the Spirit for a "supernatural persistence" that overcomes natural exhaustion in the work.
Night Vigilance: Stay on guard during seasons of prosperity or "quiet," as these are often when the enemy strikes.
Finished Wall Glory:Aim for a "completed task" in your ministry so that the King's reputation is secured in your city.