Theme: Nehemiah is an example of how to get God's work done 'prudently'—that is, by thoughtful prayer, careful planning, informed persuasion, and determined protection.

Theme: The servants of God's cause find success only by praying for God's good hand.

Theme: God used the bad news about the broken walls of Jerusalem to raise up a faithful rebuilder.

Theme: Paul offers some closing words to the persecuted church in Thessalonica.