Bible Characters
This bible character was chosen to be queen of Persia and saved her people from destruction
Esther
This bible verse states "For God so loved the world that He gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life."
John 3:16
"Am I my brother's keeper?"
Cain
In this parable, a man helped someone who was beaten and left for dead, even though they were from different people groups that didn’t get along.
The Good Samaritan
This prophet called down fire from heaven on Mount Carmel to prove the power of God.
Elijah
This Bible verse states "For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. Plans to prosper you..."
Jeremiah 29:11
"As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."
Joshua
In this parable, one son wasted his inheritance but was welcomed home with a feast when he returned.
The Prodigal Son
This Bible character lived to be the oldest person ever dying at 969 years old.
Methuselah
This Bible verse states "Do not be anxious, but in everything, with prayer and petition, present your requests to God."
Philippians 4:6
"My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior."
Mary
In Acts, this husband and wife lied about money they gave to the church and were struck down dead.
Ananias and Sapphira
This man fell asleep during Paul’s preaching, fell out of a window, and was brought back to life.
Eutychus
This Bible verse states "If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come"
2 Corinthians 5:17
"Though He slay me, yet will I hope in Him"
Job
This Old Testament judge made a vow that tragically led to his daughter’s death after a battle victory.
Jepthah