Of Little Renown
The Prophet is perhaps best known as the guy who got called out by a donkey
Balaam in Numbers 22
"I can do all this through him who gives me strength."
Philippians 4:13
"1 This book was written by Baruch son of Neraiah, grandson of Mahseiah, and a descendant of Zedekiah, Hasadiah, and Hilkiah. It was written in Babylon 2 on the seventh day of the month in the fifth year after the Babylonians captured Jerusalem and burned it down."
Baruch 1:1-2
This patriarch is considered the father of the Jewish, Christian, and Islamic faiths, known for his covenant with God.
Abraham
This individual stepped up when it mattered most, making a bold move to protect those around her and ensuring their safety in a high-pressure situation.
Esther
Uses his position in the king’s court to stand up for the oppressed people of God and foil a plot to assassinate the king
Mordecai in Esther
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Jeremiah 29:11
"3 All my life I have been honest and have tried to do what was right. I often gave money to help needy relatives and other Jews who had been deported with me to Nineveh, the capital of Assyria."
Tobit in Tobit 1:3 (Apocrypha)
The son of Isaac, this patriarch is known for receiving the name "Israel" after wrestling with an angel.
Jacob
This player is known for her ability to score from virtually anywhere on the floor, especially when the game is on the line, often making clutch shots under pressure.
Sabrina Ionescu
Started his reign at eight years old and proved to be one of the greatest kings to ever rule God’s people. 2 Kings shares his legacy: “he did what was right in the eyes of the Lord.”
King Josiah in 2 Kings 22:2
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want."
Psalm 23:1
"13 When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments."
Paul in 2 Corinthians 4:13 (Apostle)
This patriarch, the youngest son of Jacob, was sold into slavery by his brothers and later became a powerful ruler in Egypt.
Joseph
This player thrives in crunch time, taking control of big moments and delivering for her team when they need her most, often making game-changing plays.
Diana Taurasi
The left-handed judge, would fit in nicely in the plot of a thriller movie.
Ehud in Judges 3
"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by renewing your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."
Romans 12:2
"6 In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, we command you, brothers and sisters, to keep away from every believer who is idle and disruptive and does not live according to the teaching you received from us."
Paul in 2 Thessalonians 3:6 (Apostle)
This patriarch, the son of Abraham and Sarah, was almost sacrificed by his father in a test of faith at Mount Moriah.
Isaac
This individual made a pivotal decision to stick with her family, showing unwavering loyalty and helping shape the future of those around her.
Ruth
A successful Syrian commander who had the disease of leprosy and was desperate for a cure. At the suggestion of a servant girl, they went to see the prophet Elisha.
Naaman 2 Kings 5
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
Proverbs 3:5-6
"They stumble because they disobey the message—which is also what they were destined for."
Peter, 1 Peter 2:8 (Apostle)
This woman, considered the matriarch of the Israelites, was the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau. She helped Jacob receive his father’s blessing.
Rebekah
This individual demonstrated exceptional perseverance and remained committed to her role, becoming a key figure and a model of consistency over time.
Mary (the Mother of Jesus)
lesser-known judge of Israel, who is remembered for his remarkable feat of killing 600 Philistines with an oxgoad (a farming tool). His brief story highlights his courage and deliverance of Israel from oppression.
Shamgar Judges 3:31
"You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden."
Matthew 5:14
10 From them came forth a sinful root, Antiochus Epiphanes, son of King Antiochus; he had been a hostage in Rome. He began to reign in the one hundred thirty-seventh year of the kingdom of the Greeks.
1 Maccabees 1:10 (Apocrypha)
This tribe was the firstborn of Jacob and Leah, but was later passed over for leadership, and became known for their military prowess.
Reuben
With years of experience, this player has not only been a star but also a mentor, guiding younger teammates and setting the tone for success.
Sue Bird
The runaway slave of Philemon, a Christian in Colossae. The apostle Paul wrote a letter to Philemon, urging him to forgive Onesimus and accept him as a brother in Christ, thus demonstrating the power of forgiveness and reconciliation.
Onesimus Philemon 1:10-16
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Isaiah 40:10
"1 All wisdom comes from the Lord,
and Wisdom is with him forever.
2 Who can count raindrops or the sand along the shore?
Who can count the days of eternity?
3 How high is the sky? How wide is the earth?
How deep is the ocean? How profound is Wisdom?
Can anyone find answers to these questions?
4 Wisdom was created before anything else;
understanding has always existed.
6 Has anyone ever been shown where Wisdom originates?
Does anyone understand her subtle cleverness?
8 There is only one who is wise,
and we must stand in awe before his throne.
9 The Lord himself created Wisdom;
he saw her and recognized her value,
and so he filled everything he made with Wisdom."
Sirach 1:1-9 (Apocrypha)
This tribe was known for its priestly role and the guardianship of the Tabernacle, with Moses and Aaron coming from its lineage.
Levi
Known for her dominance in the paint, this player has a physical presence on both ends of the floor, often outmuscling her opponents to make a big impact.
Brittany Griner
One of the two wives of Lamech (a descendant of Cain) and the mother of Jabal and Jubal. Jabal is considered the father of those who live in tents and raise livestock, while Jubal is recognized as the ancestor of all who play the lyre and pipe.
Adah Genesis 4:19-22
"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever."
Hebrews 13:8
"4 The smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of God’s people, went up before God from the angel’s hand.5 Then the angel took the censer, filled it with fire from the altar, and hurled it on the earth; and there came peals of thunder, rumblings, flashes of lightning and an earthquake."
John in Revelation 8:4-5 (Apostle)
This tribe’s land inheritance was located on the eastern side of the Jordan River, and its members were known for their strong military presence.
Gad
With a sharp understanding of the game, this individual was often called upon to make strategic decisions and lead her team through challenging situations.
Deborah