When God calls us to do something, how do we press on in the midst of opposition? Today Susie welcomes back novelist Tessa Afshar. She’s written a new novel, set in the time of Nehemiah, and we’re going to look at how he and his followers rebuilt Jerusalem while facing down the scorn of others.

Key Scriptures: Ruth 1:16-17Nehemiah 2:1-10; Nehemiah 4

Theme Song: Overcome by Jeremy Camp

Highlight : Harvest of gold

Novel talk: Harvest of gold