Phoebe, a deaconess of the church in Cenchreae, is commended by Paul in Romans 16:1-2 for her significant role as a benefactor and leader, highlighting the active participation of women in the early Christian community.
Deborah, the only female judge in the Book of Judges, was a prophetess and leader who guided Israel to victory against the Canaanites and authored the Song of Deborah, showcasing her courage, faith, and leadership.
Melchizedek, the king of Salem and priest of the Most High God, appears briefly in Genesis 14:18-20, blessing Abraham and sharing bread and wine, prefiguring Christian communion rituals and serving as a type of Christ in his dual role as king and priest.
During Belshazzar’s feast, a disembodied hand wrote “Mene, Mene, Tekel, Upharsin” on the palace wall, signaling imminent divine judgment and the fall of Babylon, as interpreted by Daniel.
Zephaniah, a prophet during King Josiah’s reign, warned of the impending Day of the Lord, calling for repentance and promising restoration for the faithful remnant.
Zechariah, a prophet during the post-exilic period, received visions of Jerusalem’s restoration and the coming Messiah, providing hope and emphasizing God’s sovereignty.
Titus, a key Christian leader in Crete and a trusted companion of Paul, was the recipient of an epistle that provides essential guidance on church leadership, sound doctrine, and Christian living.
Timothy, a close companion and disciple of Paul, played a crucial role in early Christian church leadership and received two epistles from Paul that provided guidance on doctrine, church organization, and personal conduct.
Silas, a key companion of Paul on his second missionary journey, played a crucial role in spreading the Gospel, enduring imprisonment and persecution, and helping establish early Christian communities in Thessalonica, Berea, and Corinth.
Sarah, originally named Sarai, was the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac, whose birth at her advanced age of 90 fulfilled God’s promise and demonstrated her unwavering faith in His plans.
