What building did the Israelites rebuild when they returned to Jerusalem?
The temple.
Ezra was known for studying what?
The law/scriptures of the Lord.
What city needed its walls rebuilt?
Jerusalem.
When something is hard, should we quit?
No.
Who read the scriptures to all the people?
Ezra
Who allowed the Jews to return home and rebuild the temple?
King Cyrus.
Ezra didn't just study the scriptures—he also ______ them.
Taught them.
Who led the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls?
Nehemiah.
Nehemiah refused to stop working because he knew he was doing a ______ work.
Great work.
How did the people show respect when the scriptures were read?
They stood up.
What was the first thing they rebuilt before the temple itself?
The altar.
What happens when we read the scriptures?
They help us learn about Jesus, make good choices, and feel the Spirit.
Why did Jerusalem need a wall?
To protect the city.
Who can help us when people make fun of us for choosing the right?
Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ
After hearing God's word, the people felt ______.
Joy
How did the people feel when the temple foundation was finished?
They shouted for joy and praised the Lord (some older people also wept).
Who helped Ezra gather the people to worship God?
The priests and Levites.
Did everyone want Nehemiah to succeed?
No. His enemies tried to stop him.
Name one way you can keep going when something is difficult.
Pray, ask for help, work hard, don't give up, etc.
Nehemiah taught that "the joy of the Lord is your ______."
Strength
Why was rebuilding the temple so important?
It was a place to worship the Lord and make covenants.
Name one way your family can be like Ezra.
Read scriptures together, teach others, obey God's word, etc.
What did Nehemiah and the people do when others threatened them?
They kept working and trusted the Lord (and stayed prepared).
What helped Nehemiah finish the wall even with opposition?
Faith in the Lord, teamwork, and perseverance.
What is one way we can show that we love the scriptures?
Read them, listen in church, follow what they teach, share them with others, etc.