Significant People of the Bible (by Books – NT)

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NEW TESTAMENT (27 Books)

40–43. Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John)

All centred on:

  • Jesus Christ – Messiah, Son of God, Saviour.
  • Mary & Joseph – Earthly parents of Jesus.
  • John the Baptist – Forerunner of Christ.
  • Peter – Leader of the apostles.
  • The Twelve Apostles – Jesus’ chosen disciples.
  • Pilate – Roman governor who sentenced Jesus.
  • Mary Magdalene – Witness to resurrection.

44. Acts

  • Peter – Leader of early church.
  • Paul – Missionary to the nations.
  • Stephen – First martyr.
  • Philip – Evangelist.
  • Barnabas – Encourager and missionary.
  • James – Leader of Jerusalem church.
  • Timothy, Silas, Apollos – Ministry partners.

Paul’s Letters (45–57)

Each book centres on:

  • Paul – Apostle and author.
  • Timothy, Titus, Silas, Philemon, Onesimus, Epaphroditus, Epaphras – Key co-workers and recipients.
  • Local churches – Recipients shaped by Paul’s teaching.

58. Hebrews

  • Jesus – High Priest and mediator.
  • Melchizedek – Foreshadows Christ’s priesthood.
  • OT heroes – Abraham, Moses, Noah, etc. (faith models).

59. James

  • James – Teacher of practical faith.

60–62. Peter & John’s Letters

  • Peter – Encourages perseverance.
  • John – Emphasises love, truth, and discernment.

63. Jude

  • Jude – Warns against corruption.
  • Michael the archangel – Defends God’s authority.

66. Revelation

  • Jesus Christ – Victorious King, Lamb.
  • John – Visionary and messenger.
  • Angels, elders, beasts – Symbolic figures in prophecy.
  • Satan – Final defeated enemy.

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