Characters

Scripture says Jesus loves Martha, Mary and Lazarus (John 11:5). He seems to have a closer relationship with them than any other family members and uses His conversations as teaching tools.

The love of God knows no racial boundaries.

Jesus is on His way to Jairus’ home to heal his daughter when His journey is interrupted by a desperate woman. The story is of such importance it is found in all three Synoptic Gospels.

In Jericho the men enter the home of prostitute named Rahab. What she was is not as important as what she becomes.

Although Samson is a judge in Israel for twenty years, there is no record he ever seeks God’s advice. His actions against the Philistines seem to be based on revenge rather than divine guidance.

Her resolute dedication is rewarded with a unique honor. She is the first person to see the risen Christ.

Jesus is teaching in the temple courtyard when He is suddenly interrupted by the Scribes and Pharisees. They present to Him a woman caught in the act of adultery.

Jesus leaves his footprints wherever He goes.

Jesus makes reference to this story when He cautions His followers to “Remember Lot’s wife” (Lk.17:32). We are instructed to recall her folly. It is a phrase that immediately pictures the punishment for her disobedience.

Most “storybook” marriages are just fairy tales, but not this one. The story of Rebecca is a good example of a God-arranged marriage