People
The Mother of Jesus
Mary
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
Genesis 1:1
This ancient city, where Abraham's nephew Lot chose to settle before its destruction, sat in the plain near the Jordan.
Sodom
This barren, elderly couple miraculously conceived a son named Isaac.
Abraham and Sarah
This woman left her homeland to follow her mother-in-law Naomi back to Bethlehem.
Ruth
I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
Philippians 4:13
Moses received the Ten Commandments on this mountain.
Mount Sinai
Jesus walked on this body of water during a storm, prompting Peter to briefly attempt the same.
Sea of Galilee
This man was fleeing to Tarshish.
Jonah
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
Romans 8:28
This river was where John the Baptist baptized Jesus.
The Jordan River
This king's shadow moved backward ten steps on a stairway as a sign from God confirming his healing.
King Hezekiah
This prophet told a parable about a rich man and a poor man's lamb to King David.
Nathan
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.
Proverbs 3:5
This city was the capital of the northern kingdom of Israel, founded by King Omri.
Samaria
In the Old Testament, this servant was struck with leprosy after deceitfully accepting payment for a healing.
Gehazi
This prophetess and judge held court under a palm tree in the hill country of Ephraim, and led Israel alongside Barak in battle against Sisera.
Deborah
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.
Ephesians 2:8–9
This mountain is where Elijah defeated the prophets of Baal in a contest of fire.
Mount Carmel
In Acts, this woman was raised from the dead by Peter after the believers in Joppa called for him, following a life marked by good works and charity.