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A peaceful sunrise over ancient city walls being rebuilt, workers focused and undisturbed, soft golden light, symbolizing determination, peace, and God-given focus.”

NOVEMBER: OUR MONTH OF LATTER GLORY

Haggai 2:9 – “The glory of this latter house shall be greater than of the former, saith the Lord of hosts…”
Isaiah 60:1 – “Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.”
Psalm 3:3 – “But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.”

WEDNESDAY, 26TH NOVEMBER 2025

DAY 26 — DEALING WITH CRITICS: HOW TO PROTECT YOUR PEACE AND FOCUS

Scriptures:

Nehemiah 4:6

“So built we the wall… for the people had a mind to work.”

Isaiah 26:3

“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”

Psalm 34:14

“Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.”

Reflection:

Every divine assignment attracts opposition, critics, mockers, and distractors. When Nehemiah began rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, Sanballat and Tobiah rose up with insults, discouragement, and attacks — but Nehemiah refused to be moved.

His secret? Focus.

Nehemiah didn’t waste time clapping back, arguing, or defending himself. He simply kept building. Scripture says “the people had a mind to work.”
That is the mindset of someone who refuses to be derailed by noise.

In your journey toward latter glory, you will face:

  • People who don’t believe in you
  • People who misunderstand you
  • People who criticize your progress
  • People who want to pull you into unnecessary battles
  • People who want you distracted instead of developing

But your peace is too precious to surrender.

Critics only win when you stop building.

The enemy knows he cannot stop your destiny — but he can distract your focus. That’s why Isaiah 26:3 says perfect peace comes when your mind is fixed on God, not on people’s opinions.

To protect your peace and focus:

  1. Ignore unnecessary battles — Not every comment deserves your response.
  2. Guard your emotional space — Don’t give critics access to your heart.
  3. Stay busy with destiny — Keep building, keep growing, keep walking.
  4. Feed your mind with God’s Word, not people’s words.
  5. Pray for strength to stay consistent when mocked or misunderstood.

Your peace is a weapon. Your focus is a shield.
And when you keep building, even your critics will eventually see the hand of God upon you.

Prayer:

Father, thank You for the strength to keep building despite criticism and distractions. Guard my mind with Your perfect peace. Help me to stay focused, disciplined, and unshaken. Silence the voice of every critic and strengthen my hands for Your assignment. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Declaration:

  • I refuse to be distracted by critics or negativity.
  • My mind is fixed on God, and my peace cannot be stolen.
  • I stay focused, consistent, and committed to my assignment.
  • No voice, attack, or insult can stop my destiny.
  • I am rising in latter glory, and I keep building no matter what.

Spirit Challenge:

Identify one negative voice, environment, or influence that distracts you.
Choose today to disconnect, ignore, or limit its access.
Replace that distraction with prayer, worship, or productive work.

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