Nehemiah sees a need and takes action. He encounters opposition and gets on his knees in prayer. He diligently points his people back to God

After receiving a miraculous gift of healing, king Hezekiah lets his pride get the better of him and forgets to give God all the glory.

The world dominating power of Assyria has come to intimidate the little remnant of Judah. So King Hezekiah runs to Yahweh who alone can save