We live in a world that is desperate for heroes, with the most unlikely personalities held up as role models.

In the Old Testament we meet many examples of real flesh-and-blood people mirroring our own strengths and weaknesses who can provide us with genuine example to follow. Daniel is a classic example of holiness, who knew how to resist compromise, Esther shows us what commitment means, who said 'yes' to God in spite of great risk. Abraham gives us an unforgettable portrait of faith. Elijah, who stood alone for God against all the odds. Each of the 12 studies takes a different biblical character. Their example helps us live in the present by learning from people of the past.

This revised Lifebuilder Bible Study features additional questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, together with expanded leader's notes and an extra 'Now or Later' section in each study.