New Testament Heroes: Complete Character Study Guide for Kids (20 Faith-Filled Lessons)

Discover the Heroes of Faith in a Way Kids Will Actually Love!

Your kids know Jesus's story.

But do they know about the PEOPLE who followed Him?

The apostles who left everything to follow Jesus?

The disciples who spread His message after He was gone?

The men and women who showed courage, faith, and love even when it was dangerous?

These are the heroes who changed the world.

And your kids need to know them.

Not just their names.

Their STORIES.

Their CHOICES.

Their FAITH.

Why New Testament Heroes Matter

When kids study biblical characters, something powerful happens:

They don't just learn ABOUT faith—they see what faith LOOKS like.

• They see Peter's courage (even after he denied Jesus)
• They see Paul's transformation (from persecutor to preacher)
• They see Mary's devotion (faithful even when it was hard)
• They see Stephen's boldness (standing firm even facing death)
• They see John's love (the disciple Jesus loved)

These aren't just ancient stories.

These are MODELS of how to live for God today.

When your daughter faces peer pressure, she'll remember Stephen's boldness.

When your son makes a mistake, he'll remember Peter's restoration.

When your kids wonder if God can change someone, they'll remember Paul.

That's the power of character studies.

Introducing: New Testament Heroes Character Study Guide

20 Complete Character Studies

Each beautifully designed page brings a New Testament hero to life with:

✅ Colorful cartoon illustration - Makes each character memorable and engaging

✅ Name meaning - Why their name matters and what it tells us

✅ Short biography - Who they were and their role in God's story

✅ Bible references - Exact verses to read their full story

✅ Key events - The moments that defined their faith

✅ Key verses - Scripture connected to their story and character

✅ Family background - Context about their life and relationships

✅ Fun facts - Interesting details kids will love and remember

✅ Life lessons - How to apply their example to real life today

✅ Discussion prompts - Questions that spark meaningful conversations

Who's Inside:

THE APOSTLES:

• Peter (Simon) - From denier to rock of the church
• John (the Apostle) - The beloved disciple who wrote of love
• Paul (Saul of Tarsus) - From persecutor to greatest missionary
• Philip (the Evangelist) - Obedient servant who shared the Gospel
• Stephen - First Christian martyr who died boldly
• Silas - Faithful missionary partner who praised in prison
• John the Baptist - Preparer of the way who pointed to Jesus

OTHER KEY FIGURES:

• Mary (Mother of Jesus) - Humble woman chosen for holy purpose
• Mary of Bethany - Worshiper who sat at Jesus's feet
• Lazarus - Raised from death, living proof of Jesus's power
• Joseph of Arimathea - Secret believer who became bold
• Lydia - First European convert, faithful businesswoman
• Priscilla & Aquila - Ministry couple who taught and served
• Barnabas - Encourager who saw potential in others

Plus more inspiring men and women of faith!

Total: 20 complete character studies

Why This Guide Is Different:

From Regular Bible Story Books:

❌ Story books tell what happened ✅ This guide shows WHY it matters and HOW to live like them

From Text-Heavy Curricula:

❌ Traditional curricula overwhelm kids with paragraphs ✅ This uses colorful visuals + bite-sized lessons kids actually read

From Scattered Sunday School Lessons:

❌ Random lessons don't connect or build on each other ✅ This gives complete picture of all major New Testament figures

From Old Testament-Only Resources:

❌ Most character studies focus on OT (David, Moses, etc.) ✅ This focuses on NT heroes who followed Jesus directly—more relatable for kids learning to follow Him today

Perfect For:

✅ Homeschool Bible curriculum - One character per week = 20 weeks of complete lessons

✅ Sunday School teachers - Print-and-go lessons that engage kids (no prep required!)

✅ Family devotions - Meaningful 15-20 minute studies everyone can do together

✅ Small group leaders - Ready-made content for kids' Bible studies

✅ Christian schools - Character education rooted in Scripture

✅ Parents - Build Biblical literacy and character in your kids

✅ Grandparents - Intentional faith-building time with grandkids

✅ Ministry leaders - Equip volunteers with quality teaching resources

How To Use This Guide:

Option 1: Weekly Character Study Series

• Week 1: Peter (courage after failure)
• Week 2: Paul (God can change anyone)
• Week 3: Mary (humble obedience)
• Week 4: Stephen (bold faith)
• Continue through all 20 heroes = 5 months of Bible study!

Option 2: Targeted Teaching

• Kid struggling with past mistakes? Study Peter
• Kid afraid to share faith? Study Philip or Paul
• Kid dealing with peer pressure? Study Stephen
• Kid wondering if they matter? Study Mary or Lydia
• Use the hero who addresses what your child needs RIGHT NOW

Option 3: Family Devotions

• Dinner time: Read the character page together (5 min)
• Discussion: Use the questions provided (5 min)
• Application: "How can we be like [character] this week?" (5 min)
• Prayer: Pray for that character trait in your family (2 min)
• Total: 15-20 minutes of meaningful Bible time

Option 4: Sunday School Curriculum

• Each character = one complete lesson
• Page has everything you need: story, discussion, application
• Print one per student or display on screen
• Zero prep, maximum engagement

Option 5: Independent Study

• Give to kids ages 8+ to work through on their own
• Great for morning quiet time or before bed
• Builds Bible reading skills and personal devotion habits

What Makes This Special:

🎨 BEAUTIFUL DESIGN

• Professional cartoon illustrations kids love
• Color-coded sections make scanning easy
• Clean layout that's not overwhelming
• Visually appealing enough that kids WANT to read it

📖 BIBLICALLY ACCURATE

• Every fact sourced from Scripture
• Bible references included for deeper study
• Theologically sound, doctrinally solid
• Nothing watered down or changed

💡 EDUCATIONALLY EFFECTIVE

• Information presented in digestible chunks
• Mix of facts, stories, and application
• Questions that promote critical thinking
• Activities that reinforce learning

❤️ SPIRITUALLY FORMATIVE

• Not just information—transformation
• Teaches kids to LIVE like these heroes
• Builds character while building Bible knowledge
• Creates aspiration: "I want to be like them!"