Nehemiah was a captive in Babylon when he heard that the Temple back in Jerusalem was being rebuilt, but the walls around the city were in disrepair. He pleaded with King Artaxerxes to let him go to the city to undertake the re-construction project. With the Kings blessing, he goes and gets the job done. The surrounding peoples were threatening to attack so Nehemiah organized every worker to carry weapons with them at all times, or have helper/protectors at their side day and night. In the end, he gets it done and there is great celebration. There is again, long lists of names and genealogies.
Impressions: The righteous and fervent prayers of Nehemiah accomplished great things. God is more than willing to intervene with his "mighty hand and outstretched arm" to any and all who call upon his name and honour Him through obedience.
Readability: 3 1/2 stars
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