Commodities
Now we all face distraction in life. Things that keep us from fulfilling our God ordained mission. In John 10:10 Jesus said “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” So, what exactly is it that the thief wants to steal kill and destroy? Well, There are three commodities that each of us have in life that are limited and because they are limited they are invaluable. These are your time your energy and your direction.

Time
Psalm 39:4 “LORD, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Remind me that my days are numbered— how fleeting my life is.

Emotional Energy
Proverbs 23:4 NASB Do not weary yourself to gain wealth; Stop dwelling on it.

Direction
Philippians 3:14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Mathew 6:33 Seek First the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness and all these things will be added unto you.

The Time Waste Trap: Nehemiah 6:1-4
Proverbs 18:24 A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Ephesians 5:16 Make the most of your time, because the days are evil.

The Deception to Be Defensive: Nehemiah 6:5-9
If the Job your doing speaks for itself don’t interrupt. Not everyone is going to like you or what you are doing. Proverbs 26:4 Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you yourself will be just like him. Proverbs 10:19 Sin is not ended by multiplying words, but the prudent hold their tongues.

Counterfeit Counsel Nehemiah 6:10-14
Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers,
Hebrews 13:7 Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.
1 Corinthians 11:1 Imitate me, as I imitate Christ.
There is a High Cost to low living