Old Testament Heroes
Reference: Job 1:13–22
After losing his children and possessions in one day, this man still worshiped God and said, "The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away."
Who is Job?
Reference: Mosiah 17:7–20
This prophet chose death rather than deny his testimony before King Noah.
Who is Abinadi?
Reference: Matthew 14:22–33
This apostle briefly walked on water before fear caused him to sink.
Who is Peter?
Reference: Doctrine and Covenants 121:1–10
This prophet prayed from Liberty Jail after months of suffering.
Who is Joseph Smith?
Reference: Esther 4:13–16
She risked her life by approaching the king to save her people.
Who is Esther?
Reference: Genesis 22:1–14
God asked this prophet to sacrifice his promised son as a test of faith.
Who is Abraham?
Reference: 1 Nephi 3–4
Despite repeated failures and danger, this son of Lehi returned again to obtain the brass plates.
Who is Nephi?
Reference: Acts 16:22–34
After being beaten and imprisoned, these missionaries sang praises at midnight.
Who are Paul and Silas?
Reference: Doctrine and Covenants 6:20–24
The Lord reminded this man that He had spoken peace to his mind as evidence of truth.
Who is Oliver Cowdery?
Reference: Ruth 1:16–17
She left her homeland and remained loyal to Naomi and to the Lord.
Who is Ruth?
Reference: Daniel 3:13–28
These three faithful men refused to worship the king's golden image, even when threatened with death.
Who are Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego?
Reference: Alma 17:20–39
As a servant to King Lamoni, this missionary protected the king's flocks instead of fleeing.
Who is Ammon?
Reference: Luke 22:54–62; John 21:15–17
This disciple denied Jesus three times but later became a bold witness of Christ.
Who is Peter?
Reference: Doctrine and Covenants 124:15–18
This counselor was praised for his integrity and faithfulness despite many trials.
Who is Hyrum Smith?
Reference: Luke 8:43–48
After suffering twelve years with an illness, she reached out in faith to touch Jesus' garment.
Who is the woman with the issue of blood?
Reference: Daniel 6:10–23
Even after prayer became illegal, this prophet continued praying three times a day.
Who is Daniel?
Reference: Ether 12:30–37
Because of his weakness in writing, this prophet prayed for strength and received a promise from the Lord.
Who is Moroni?
Reference: Acts 7:51–60
As he was being stoned, this disciple prayed that his killers would be forgiven.
Who is Stephen?
Reference: Doctrine and Covenants 135
This faithful brother chose to stay with Joseph in Carthage Jail.
Who is Hyrum Smith?
Reference: John 11:21–27
Even after her brother died, she testified that Jesus is the Christ.
Who is Martha?
Reference: Genesis 39:7–23
Though falsely accused and imprisoned, this faithful servant trusted God.
Who is Joseph (son of Jacob)?
Reference: Helaman 5:20–52
These brothers remained faithful while imprisoned and were protected by heavenly power.
Who are Nephi and Lehi?
Reference: Hebrews 11:24–27; Exodus 2–14
He chose to suffer with God's people instead of enjoying the riches of Pharaoh's court.
Who is Moses?
Reference: Doctrine and Covenants 138:53–56
Before coming to earth, this prophet was among the noble and great ones prepared for his mission.
Who is Joseph Smith?
Reference: Alma 56:47–48
Though not named individually, these women raised sons whose faith gave them courage in battle.
Who are the mothers of the 2,000 stripling warriors?