Let’s Build Something | Pastor Earl McClellan | Elevation Church

Main message: God calls ordinary Christians to "build"—to repair and strengthen lives, families, and communities—by stepping into practical service, praying for strength, and persisting through opposition even when we feel broken or unready.

Key points:

• Nehemiah models an ordinary man (a cupbearer) who responds to a burden by mourning, praying, asking for resources, and doing the practical work of rebuilding walls.
• You are a builder called for "such a time as this"—don't wait until everything in your life is perfect to serve; start contributing now.
• Expect opposition when you begin to build; persistence is required (Jesus' "I must press on" / "Go tell that fox" is the example).
• Everyone must do their part—when families and individuals each take a section of the work, restoration happens (the walls were rebuilt in 52 days).
• Pray for God's strength: repeatedly ask, "Strengthen my hands," relying on God’s grace rather than your own power.
• Serving in practical ways (kids ministry, parking, giving, hospitality) helps rebuild other people's walls and is part of the mission.

Scriptures mentioned: Nehemiah 1, Nehemiah 2, Nehemiah 3, Nehemiah 6, Luke 13:31, Psalm 121:1