In Nehemiah 3, we learn that God uses challenges to build up His people and He requires that all of His people participate in the work.

In Nehemiah 2:1-20, we learn that God works according to His grace, and God's work strengthens our faith.

In Nehemiah 1:1-11, we learn that God's restoration is complete restoration.

In Luke 2:8-20, we learn that only the Gospel offers true joy, peace and purpose.

In Luke 2:1-7, we learn that God's plans work despite our own plans, our plans only work if the Lord ordains them to, and God's power is the basis for why we can trust Him and depend on Him.

In Luke 1:57-80, we learn that life is found in the mercy of Christ.

In Luke 1:39-56, we learn that Jesus' arrival brings joy and God's mercy comes to us through Jesus.

In Luke 1:26-38, we learn that in the story of the Gospel, the humble find grace, and we find it all in Christ alone.

In Luke 1:5-25, we learn that a miraculous birth signals God's intent to redeem.

In Ezra 10:1-44, we learn that the right response to sin is to follow the Word of God, and that God makes a way for forgiveness, removal of shame, and restoration.