Great Workers
Who led the rebuilding of the temple?
Zerubbabel
What building was the Jews' first major rebuilding project?
: The Temple
True or False: Everyone was happy that the Jews rebuilt the temple.
False
Who read the scriptures to the people in Nehemiah 8?
Ezra
What "great work" has God given teenagers today?
Examples: Keep covenants, follow Christ, minister, share the gospel, serve others, attend the temple when possible.
Who was the priest and scribe who taught the people the scriptures?
Ezra
What did Nehemiah rebuild around Jerusalem?
The walls
Who mocked Nehemiah and tried to stop the wall from being built?
Sanballat (and Tobiah)
How long did the people stand listening to the scriptures?
From morning until midday.
What does it mean to have "a mind to work"?
Be willing, hardworking, positive, and dedicated in serving God.
Who led the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls?
Nehemiah
Finish Nehemiah's famous quote: "I am doing a _____ _____."
Great work
How many times did Nehemiah's enemies invite him to meet with them?
Four times
What did the Levites do while Ezra read?
Helped the people understand the scriptures.
Name one distraction that can pull youth away from their "great work."
Social media, peer pressure, video games, laziness, fear, bad friends, etc.
Which Persian king allowed the Jews to return home?
King Cyrus
According to Nehemiah 4:6, why was the wall rebuilt so quickly?
The people had "a mind to work."
What was Nehemiah's response when his enemies wanted him to stop working?
"I am doing a great work, so I cannot come down."
What emotion did many people feel after hearing God's word?
They wept.
How can studying the scriptures strengthen you like it strengthened the people in Nehemiah 8?
Helps us know God, make better choices, feel the Spirit, gain courage, etc.
What three major things were rebuilt or restored in this lesson?
The Temple, Jerusalem's walls, and the people's commitment to God's law/scriptures.
Why were Jerusalem's walls so important?
They protected the city and its people (physical and spiritual protection).
Name TWO ways Nehemiah responded to opposition.
He prayed, trusted God, kept working, posted guards, refused distractions, encouraged the people.
What famous scripture says, "The joy of the Lord is your strength"?
Nehemiah 8:10
If Nehemiah lived today, what do you think he would say when someone invited him to skip church or ignore his standards?
Something like, "I'm doing a great work and cannot come down."