Bible Characters

<p>Our world desperately needs models worth following. Authentic heroes. People of integrity whose lives inspire us to take God seriously, to follow His Word obediently, to pursue Christ passionately.</p><p>Thankfully, the Bible places before us a spiritual &quot;hall of fame&quot;&mdash;raw, uncensored, gritty stories of men and women sometimes soaring, often stumbling, through the incredible life of faith. They wrestled with sin, experienced God&#39;s grace, struggled with weakness, and overcame by faith. Their inspiring biographies have been memorialized in Scripture, not simply because of their faith in God but because of God&#39;s faithfulness to them.</p><p>These great lives from God&#39;s Word not only provide realistic portraits for appreciation but also relevant principles for application.</p>

The Violent Capture of a Rebel Will

Pastor Chuck Swindoll reveals how Jesus had been at work on Saul’s heart for years before their encounter on the road to Damascus recorded in Acts 9. Listen in as he explains the meaning of Jesus’ words to Saul, “It is hard for you to kick against the goads” (Acts 26:14 NASB).

Surprised by God

Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he examines God’s surprising plans in the lives of Abraham, Joseph, and David. God’s preferred method of surprise requires adaptability and a thoughtful evaluation of Him at work in our lives.

Obituary of a Hero

Pastor Chuck Swindoll points out that Moses is the only man in all the Bible of whom it’s said God buried. At 120 years old, what incredible wonders Moses had seen since his start as a helpless infant left afloat in a basket!

A Moment of Rage

God was ready to lead the Israelites into “a land flowing with milk and honey.” Yet, most of the Hebrew spies were intimidated—and soon, most all of the people felt the same. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he traces the roots and the effects of anger that lead to disobedience in our lives.