What does Nehemiah 4:14 mean?

After I looked things over, I stood up and said to the leaders, the officials, and everyone else, 'Don’t be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your families, your sons and daughters, your wives, and your homes.' Nehemiah 4:14 - Modern Text Bible

(Nehemiah encourages everyone to trust God and defend what matters most to them.)