Faithful Heroes: J.R.R. Tolkien
J. R. R. Tolkien is best remembered for his literary works, The Lord of he Rings, The Hobbit and The Silmarillon. Many of his works have an undercurrent of Biblical teaching. Tolkien was a member…
Faithful Heroes: Wilbur Wilberforce
If you have seen the movie Amazing Grace then you may remember the story of William Wilberforce. He championed for the abolition of slavery in early 19th Century England. William Wilberforce was born on August…
Faithful Heroes: Andrew Murray
Andrew Murray was a South African writer, teacher and Christian pastor. He considered missions to be “the chief end of the church”. Andrew Murray, Jr. was the second child of Andrew Murray, Sr. and Maria…
Faithful Heroes: John Birch
John Birch was a captain of the U.S. Army Air Forces, as well as a minister and missionary. He is considered the first casualty of the Cold War. John Morrison Birch was born on May…
Faithful Heroes: William Penn
William Penn is best remembered as the founder of Philadelphia, but he was a deeply religious man. He wrote numerous works on Christianity, was imprisoned in the Tower of London several times for his faith…
Faithful Heroes: Darlene Deibler Rose, stayed in jungles of Asia to great peril
Darlene Rose showed unwavering and remarkable faith under circumstances that many of us would falter under. She was born as Darlene Mae McIntosh on May 17, 1917. At the age of nine, she gave her…
Faithful Heroes: Annie Armstrong, Home Mission Offering
At Easter time, Southern Baptist take up the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering for home missions. But, who was Annie Armstrong? Annie Walker Armstrong was born on July 11, 1850 in Baltimore, Maryland. She was the…
Faithful Heroes: St. Francis of Assisi
Saint Francis of Assisi founded the Order of Frairs Minor, Order of Saint Clare, Third Order of Saint Francis and the Custody of the Holy Land. He is one of the most revered religious…
Hall of Faith: Paul, Lived His Own Hall of Faith
Paul, was the author of the Hall of Faith found in Galatians. However, his own life was based on faith and he could very well be listed in the Hall of Faith. As I wind…
Hall of Faith: Stephen, Full of Faith until the End
When reading the Hall of Faith, one of those listed as those that “were stoned”. Stephen perfectly fits this bill. But, who was Stephen? Acts 6, sets the scene by stating the disciples decided…
Hall of Faith: John, the Faithful
In looking at those in the New Testament who belong in the Hall of Faith, one would think of the Apostle John. In the Gospel of John, he is referred to as the “Beloved disciple”…
Hall of Faith: Peter, the Leader
Throughout the gospels, the book of Acts and epistles we see the evolution of Simon Peter from fisherman to leader of the early church. So, what can we learn about Peter? “And Jesus, walking by…
Hall of Faith: Mary Magdalene, Served Jesus
In discussing who in the New Testament deserves to be listed in the Hall of Faith, Mary Magdalene seems a very logical choice. Other than Mary, the Mother of Jesus, Mary Magdalene is listed among…
Hall of Faith: John the Baptist, the Forerunner
John the Baptist is listed as the forerunner of Christ. Many compared him to Elijah, whom was taken up to heaven. In the foretelling of his birth, the angel stated that he would “ turn many…
Hall of Faith: Joseph Was Faithful
We discussed how Mary belonged in the Hall of Faith {although no one in the New Testament is mentioned in this list of spiritual giants}, but Mary was not alone on her journey. She had…
Hall of Faith: Mary, Always Had Faith
No one mentioned in the New Testament is actually listed in the Hall of Faith. However, there are some in the New Testament that definitely deserves to be in the New Testament. More than anyone…
Hall of Faith: Jonah, the Rebellious
We all know the story of Jonah and the Whale. However, the story of how Jonah ended up in the whale is not as well known. The name Jonah means dove. “Now the word of…
Hall of Faith: Hosea, was Obedient
Hosea was a prophet of God, who was called upon to live his life as a lesson and example for the nation of Israel. His obedience is why he belongs in the Hall of Faith.…
Hall of Faith: Elisha, the Miracle Worker
Elisha was mentored by Elijah and with his mentor when he was taken to heaven. Elisha actually asked to receive a “double portion” of Elijah’s spirit. Elisha was a prophet, who received the power of…
Hall of Faith: Elijah, Walked with God
Elijah is one of only two people mentioned in the Bible as being “taken into heaven”. However, time and again he proved his faith to God and took a stand for righteousness. The name…