The NT People, Topics and Facts section gathers New Testament material by person and by subject to help ministers, teachers, evangelists, chaplains, elders, and overseers locate Scripture quickly, teach accurately, and counsel wisely. It functions as a reference library that supports study and ministry by organizing key themes, events, and individuals across the Gospels, Acts, the Epistles, and Revelation.
This section is designed to help you trace the New Testament’s witness with clarity. When a topic is debated, rushed, or reduced to a slogan, the result is usually more heat than light. Here, the aim is to collect relevant passages and factual anchors so that interpretation remains grounded in context, not in convenience.
You will find entries that highlight major New Testament figures, foundational doctrines taught by Christ and the apostles, and practical topics that shape Christian life and church leadership. Many sections will connect parallel passages across books so you can compare how the same truth is presented in narrative, teaching, exhortation, and warning.
Use this section as a study aid for sermon preparation, discipleship, apologetics, and pastoral care. Let it serve as a quick reference when you need biblical precision, and as a starting point when you need to slow down and ask better questions. What does the passage actually say. Who is speaking. To whom. Under what circumstances. With what purpose. Those questions may not feel dramatic, but they rescue ministers from dramatic errors.
Matthew 5:14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.” In what ways can we be a light to those around us? How does this verse challenge our daily actions and decisions? What does it …
Brief The Nicolaitans are mentioned twice in the New Testament, specifically in the Book of Revelation. The references are found in Revelation 2:6 and Revelation 2:15. However, the exact nature of the Nicolaitans’ teachings is not explicitly described in the text, and there is some ambiguity …
Silas, also known as Silvanus, was a prominent figure in the New Testament of the Bible. He was a dedicated companion and co-worker of the apostle Paul, actively participating in Paul’s missionary journeys and ministry efforts. Silas is mentioned in several passages in the New Testament, …
Mary, the mother of Jesus, holds a significant place in the New Testament (NT) as a central figure in the story of Jesus’ birth and early life. While the NT doesn’t provide an extensive biography of Mary, it does offer several key passages that provide insight …
Joseph, also known as Joseph of Nazareth or Joseph the Carpenter, is an important figure in the New Testament of the Bible. He is best known as the earthly father of Jesus Christ and the husband of Mary, the mother of Jesus. The Bible provides limited …
Mary Magdalene is a prominent figure in the New Testament and plays a significant role in the life of Jesus Christ. Though much of her personal background remains a mystery, the biblical accounts provide valuable insights into her life and relationship with Jesus. Here is a …
John the Baptist, also known as John the Baptizer, is a significant figure in the New Testament of the Bible. He is considered a prophet and a forerunner to Jesus Christ, preparing the way for His ministry. The primary accounts of John’s life and ministry are …
Stephen was a significant figure in the early Christian church, mentioned in the New Testament. He is best known for being the first Christian martyr, and his story is recorded in the book of Acts. Here is a biography of Stephen with relevant scriptural citations: 1. …
Herod the Great was a prominent figure mentioned in the New Testament, known for his role in the birth narrative of Jesus Christ. He was a king of Judea and ruled from 37 BC until his death in 4 BC. Below is a biography of Herod …
