--- title: "1 Darkest times Quotes By Paul Chappell" description: "1 Darkest times quotes by Paul Chappell. Plus more from Paul Chappell and more Darkest times sayings from other authors." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e97/paul-chappell-33692_bible_the-work-of-god-requires-stamina-nehemia_1703207.jpg" --- > [“The work of God requires stamina. Nehemiah sustained his stamina even through staggering difficulties. He persisted through both ridicule and discouragement, and he remained faithful when tempted to compromise. This tenacity is required of leaders who will make a difference.…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/paul-chappell/the-work-of-god-requires-stamina-nehemiah-sustained-his-stamina-even/) [Paul Chappell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/paul-chappell/) [Image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e97/paul-chappell-33692_bible_the-work-of-god-requires-stamina-nehemia_1703207.jpg) ## More by Paul Chappell > [“The church belongs to Jesus—and its growth and health depend fully upon His power and our obedience to Him.”](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/paul-chappell/the-church-belongs-to-jesus-and-its-growth-and-health-depend-fully/) [Paul Chappell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/paul-chappell/) > [“The spies, sent to search out the Promised Land, could be likened to a Baptist committee. 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The task of rebuilding the walls could never have been completed by one man alone; it needed a leader who understood the power of synergy. Nehemiah’s willingness to be personally involved in the work, as well as his ability to convey the need to others, resulted in a task force that completed this enormous building project in a mere fifty-two days—to the glory of God. Like any godly leader, Nehemiah did not go unchallenged. Yet, he sustained his stamina in the face of every opposition. Nehemiah’s life proves that revival is possible, even when it appears the most unlikely. 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