Nehemiah is one of my favorite Leaders in the Bible. His story is often overlooked for some of the more flashy and miracle ridden stories. He wasn’t a prophet, he didn’t proclaim death, destruction and doom. He simply loved God, relied on Him to lead, guide, supply and protect.

Nehemiah’s Leadership Qualities

1. He saw a problem and took responsibility
2. He knew what his priorities were and stuck to them
3. He waited on God’s timing not his
4. He prayed and then acted
5. He saw the problem at hand, then prayed and planned
6. He tackled the problem in attainable steps and refused to let the problem overwhelm him
7. He kept God at the center of the project
8. He was able to motivate
9. He watched out for his people
10. He didn’t get discouraged when there was opposition and ridicule