Tobias and Sanballat used various methods to try and thwart Nehemiah’s work. Similarly, we must recognize the strategies of the enemy against us.

a) Mockery and Ridicule
They mocked the work of God, attempting to undermine the confidence of the people (Nehemiah 4:1-3).

b) Distraction and Division
They sought to distract Nehemiah by sending false messages to derail his progress (Nehemiah 6:1-4).

c) Physical and Emotional Threats
Tobias and Sanballat used intimidation, trying to make Nehemiah fear for his life (Nehemiah 6:10-13).

d) Deceptive Peace Offers
They invited Nehemiah to meet with them to “discuss” the work, but their true intentions were to harm him (Nehemiah 6:2-3).

e) Biblical Example:
The devil tempted Jesus in the wilderness, trying to distract Him from His mission (Matthew 4:1-11).