Great People of the Bible: Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob & Joseph

The inspiring story of their family through four generations.

Abraham
His faith pleased God. He became founder of the Jewish nation, was respected by others and was courageous in defending his family at any cost. He was not only a caring father, but practiced hospitality to others.

Sarah
She had trouble believing God's promises to her, but Sarah eventually became mother of a nation and ancestor of Jesus. She was a woman of faith and the first woman listed in the Hall of Faith in Hebrews Chapter 11.

Isaac
He was the miracle child born to Sarah when she was 90 years old and Abraham when he was 100 years old. He was the first descendant in fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham. God's promise to create a great nation through which he would bless the world was passed on by Isaac to his twin sons.

Jacob
He was the third link in God's plan to start a nation from Abraham. Jacob was father of the 12 tribes of Israel. Before Jacob was born, God promised that His plan would be worked out through Jacob and not his twin brother Esau.

Joseph
From slave to ruler. The great grandson of Abraham and Sarah, Joseph was the favorite son of Jacob and Rachel. He was known for his personal integrity and as man of spiritual sensitivity. He loved his jealous brothers and taught them the meaning of forgiveness.