A Letter From the Governing Body

The Governing Body warmly encourages all to benefit fully from reading and studying this book personally and as a family.

Introduction

The Bible’s pages are rich with true stories about faithful men and women. How can we benefit from their examples?

ABEL

“He, Although He Died, Yet Speaks”

What can we learn about Abel and his faith when so little is said about him in the Bible?

NOAH

He “Walked With the True God”

Noah and his wife faced what challenges in raising their children? How did they show faith in building the ark?

ABRAM

“The Father of All Those Having Faith”

How did Abram show faith? In what ways would you like to imitate the faith of Abram?

RUTH

“Where You Go I Shall Go”

Why was Ruth willing to leave her family and homeland? What qualities did she demonstrate that made her valuable to Jehovah?

RUTH

“An Excellent Woman”

Why is Ruth and Boaz’ marriage significant? What can we learn from Ruth and Naomi about family?

HANNAH

She Opened Her Heart to God in Prayer

Hannah’s faith in Jehovah helped her to cope with what seemed like an impossible situation.

SAMUEL

He “Continued Growing Up With Jehovah”

What was unusual about Samuel’s childhood? What helped his faith to grow when he was at the tabernacle?

SAMUEL

He Endured Despite Disappointments

All of us face hardships and disappointments that challenge our faith. What can Samuel’s endurance teach us?

MARY

“Look! Jehovah’s Slave Girl!”

What does Mary’s response to the angel Gabriel reveal about her faith? What other valuable qualities did she display?