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(This is taken from the NLT Study Bible: "Who's Who in the Bible")

  1. AdamOur sins have far greater implications than we realize.
  2. NoahGreat rewards come from obeying God.
  3. Abraham - Faith alone makes one right in God's eyes.
  4. IsaacSeeking peace brings true respect.
  5. EsauIt is never too late to put away bitterness and forgive.
  6. AmalekThere are evil men and nations who seek to harm God's people.
  7. Israel (Jacob)While our sins may haunt us, God will honor our faith.
  8. JudahGod can change the hearts of even the most wicked people.
  9. TamarGod works His purposes even through sinful events.
  10. PerezYour background does not matter to God.
  11. BoazThose who are kind to others will receive kindness themselves.
  12. JesseNever take lightly the impact you may have on your children.
  13. DavidTrue greatness is having a heart for God.
  14. JoabThose who seek power die with nothing.
  15. AmnonGiving in to lust leads only to tragedy.
  16. AbsalomThose seeking to oust a God-appointed leader will have a difficult battle.
  17. Adonijah -  God must determine what is rightfully ours.
  18. BathshebaOne wrong act does not disqualify us from accomplishing things for God.
  19. SolomonHuman wisdom is foolishness without God.
  20. Reuben -  What is gained from a moment of passion is only perceived; what is lost is real and permanent.
  21. AaronDon't expect God's leaders to be perfect, but don't let them get away with sin either.
  22. Nadab -  Pretending to be God's representative is dangerous business.
  23. EleazarThose who are consistent in their faith are the best models to follow.
  24. Korah -  Rebelling against God's leaders is rebelling against God and will always be unsuccessful.
  25. JoshuaReal courage comes from God.
  26. SaulThose who say they follow God but don't live like it waste their God-given potential.
  27. Jonathan -  True friends always think of the other person, not just themselves.
  28. [[[ Insert Your Name ]]] - What would we learn from your life?
 

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