Forging Forward · September 14, 2025

Prayer That Builds

Joel Thurston, Elder

In Week 2 of Forging Forward, Elder Joel Thurston reminds us that all meaningful kingdom work must begin, continue, and end in prayer.

Through the powerful example of Nehemiah's intercession in Chapter 1, we learn that God's people are called to rebuild not just walls, but hearts: through dependence, confession, and restoration. Joel unpacks how Nehemiah's response to a broken city mirrors how we, today, should respond to a broken world: with humility, repentance, and faith-filled prayer that invites God to move.

Whether your life feels like it's under construction or in ruins, this message will renew your confidence that prayer is not the backup plan; it's the building plan.