Ruth Moblard DeYoung

Twelve-year-old Nathan lives in first-century Jerusalem with his family. More than anything, he wants to follow in his father's footsteps and serve God as a priest in the temple. But since he is crippled and uses crutches, Nathan knows that it is impossible for him to be a priest. Nathan studies at the synagogue school, celebrates Jewish festivals at his home and at the temple, and helps his family as best he can. But he hates his weak, shriveled...