Ezra reads from the book of the Law of Moses and the Levites ensure that everyone understands it.

As the main conflict from Chapter 6 resolves, God compels Nehemiah to register the people in a clear and orderly manner. The purpose is to repopulate Jerusalem.

Opposition to our character is often a test far greater than any physical or academic challenge. How we respond will either reflect greatly or poorly on our Christian witness.

Nehemiah confronts oppression with generosity.

Faced by opposition from Sanballat, Tobiah, and other enemies of Israel, Nehemiah encourages the builders of the wall to " Remember the Lord, great and awesome".

Led by Nehemiah, the workers begin their task of rebuilding the wall and gates around Jerusalem.

As the servant-leader, Nehemiah's response to crisis was to go before the Lord in prayer. Christ stands ready to hear the prayers of His people in times of crisis.

Christmas is the celebration of the greatest gift of the world ever received - the ultimate Hero, Jesus Christ.

Through David, we see Christ as the victorious King who triumphs over His enemies.