Bible character studies are a Bible study method that is focused on one person in scripture. It is done to learn more about the person, their lives and key Bible verses as well as to learn from their mistakes, trials and triumphs. It is also meant for us to understand their role in God’s plan and to learn how these lessons apply to our lives.
Judah – Son of Jacob
People who are leaders stand out. They don’t necessarily look or act a certain way until the need for their action…
Thomas Didymus – Doubting Thomas
Thomas Didymus lived in Galilee. Tradition says he labored in Parthia, Persia, and India, suffering martyrdom near Madras, at Mt. St….
Ishmael – Father of the Arabs
Have you ever wondered if you were born into the wrong family? We don’t know much about how Ishmael viewed life….
Mary Magdalene – Example of Thankful Living
The absence of women among the 12 disciples has bothered a few people. But it is clear that there were many…
Joseph – Man With Divine Purpose
As a youngster, Joseph was overconfident. His natural self-assurance, increased by being Jacob’s favorite son and by knowledge of God’s designs…
Apostle John – Brother of James, Son of Zebedee
John Boanerges, son of Zebedee and Salome, brother of James, the Apostle. He was known as the Beloved Disciple. A fisherman…
Laban – Brother of Rebekah
We’re all selfish, but some of us have a real corner on the weakness. Laban’s whole life was stamped by self-centeredness….
Caiaphas – High Priest of Israel
Caiaphas was the leader of the religious group called the Sadducees. Educated and wealthy, they were politically influential in the nation. …
Rachel – Wife of Jacob
History seems to repeat itself here. Twice a town well in Haran was the site of significant events in one family’s…
Nicodemus – Pharisee, Member of the Sanhedrin
God specializes in finding and changing people we consider out of reach. It took a while for Nicodemus to come out…
Jacob – Son of Isaac, Brother of Esau
Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob are among the most significant people in the Old Testament. It is important to realize that this…
John the Baptist – Prepares the Way for the Messiah
There’s no getting around it – John the Baptist was unique. He wore odd clothes and ate strange food and preached…