Elkanah, an Ephraimite and devoted husband of Hannah, is best known as the father of Samuel, the prophet, and is remembered for his faithfulness and support of his wife’s fervent prayers to God.
The Parable of the Talents, found in Matthew 25:14-30, teaches the importance of faithfully using and investing the resources God entrusts to us.
Timothy, a devoted protégé of the Apostle Paul, played a crucial role in the early Christian church as a pastor and leader, known for his genuine faith, humility, and resilience, and his legacy is encapsulated in the pastoral epistles that highlight his significant contributions to the spread and establishment of Christianity.
Ebed-Melech, an Ethiopian eunuch in King Zedekiah’s service, bravely rescued the prophet Jeremiah from a cistern, demonstrating profound faith, compassion, and courage, which God rewarded with a promise of safety.
Hannah’s prayer in 1 Samuel 2:1-10 is a profound song of thanksgiving and praise to God, offered after the birth of her son, Samuel, expressing deep gratitude and exalting God’s sovereignty and faithfulness.
Daniel is celebrated for his faithfulness to God while in exile in Babylon, where he interpreted dreams, held high government positions, survived the lion’s den, and received significant prophetic visions.
The Book of 3 John commends Gaius for his hospitality and support of traveling missionaries, warns against the disruptive influence of Diotrephes, and affirms the good testimony of Demetrius, highlighting the importance of supporting those who are faithful to the truth of the gospel and maintaining unity within the local church community.
The Book of 2 Peter warns against false teachers and emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth, doctrinal integrity, and preparedness for the coming judgment, urging believers to stand firm in their faith and to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ.
The Second Epistle to Timothy, penned by the Apostle Paul during his final days, serves as a heartfelt exhortation to his beloved disciple, urging Timothy to persevere in faith, guard the deposit of sound doctrine, and continue the work of ministry with courage and steadfastness.
The Book of 2 Thessalonians offers further clarification on eschatological matters, encouragement for believers to stand firm amidst persecution, and practical instructions for orderly Christian living within the context of Paul’s pastoral care for the Thessalonian church.
