Meet Shamgar, Jethro, Manoah & Hathach
Discover the Extraordinary Faith of Ordinary People
Have you ever wondered if God can use ordinary people like you to accomplish extraordinary things?
Four People You May Have Overlooked
The Bible is filled with well-known figures like Moses, David, and Paul. But many of God’s greatest lessons come through people whose names appear only briefly in Scripture.
Whether you’re beginning Bible study or have studied Scripture for years, this book offers a fresh and engaging way to experience God’s Word.
This introductory Bible study will introduce you to four fascinating but often-overlooked biblical characters whose lives reveal timeless truths about courage, leadership, faith, loyalty, and God’s providence. As you explore their stories, you’ll discover that God often accomplishes His greatest purposes through people the world would easily overlook.
Whether you’re beginning Bible study or have studied Scripture for years, this book offers a fresh and engaging way to experience God’s Word.
Why Start with this Book?
Meet Shamgar, Jethro, Manoah & Hathach serves as the introduction to the entire OBSCURE Bible Study Series.
With four carefully designed lessons, it provides an excellent introduction to the unique approach used throughout the series while offering exceptional value for first-time readers. It is available at a reduced price, making it the perfect place to begin your journey through these fascinating Bible studies.
What You'll Discover
Through the lives of four remarkable biblical characters, you’ll explore questions such as:
01.
How does God use ordinary people for extraordinary purposes?
02.
Why should we listen to wise counsel regardless of its source?
03.
What does genuine faith look like when circumstances seem uncertain?
04.
How can faithful service in seemingly small roles accomplish God’s larger purposes?
These studies move beyond simply learning biblical facts. They help you understand how timeless biblical wisdom applies to everyday Christian living.
What this Study Can Do for You
Discover how God delights in using ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary purposes—and how He can use your life in ways you may never have imagined.
Lessons Included
Shamgar
Courage in Unexpected Places
Discover how one man, armed with an ordinary farming tool, trusted God to accomplish an extraordinary task.
Jethro
Wisdom That Changed a Nation
Learn why humility includes listening to wise counsel, even when it comes from unexpected people
Manoah and His Wife
Trusting God’s Promises
Discover how faith grows when we trust God’s plans, even before we fully understand them.
Hathach
Faithfulness Behind the Scenes
See how quiet obedience and trustworthy service can become an important part of God’s larger purposes.
What Makes the OBSCURE Series Different?
Most Bible studies focus on the familiar people and stories of Scripture. The OBSCURE Bible Study Series takes a different approach.
By exploring lesser-known people and events, you’ll discover fresh biblical insights that many Christians have never considered. These studies reveal that God consistently works through ordinary people, difficult circumstances, and unexpected events to accomplish His purposes.
Each lesson combines careful Bible study with practical life application, helping you grow both in biblical understanding and everyday faith.
Who is this Bible Study for?
- Individuals wanting a fresh approach to Bible study.
- Small groups looking for engaging discussion material.
- New believers seeking practical biblical understanding.
- Mature Christians who enjoy discovering overlooked truths in Scripture.
- Anyone wanting to connect biblical wisdom with everyday life.
Study Resources
This Study Is Available As
- Paperback
- Kindle eBook
- Kindle Unlimited (where available)
Additional Resources Include
- Leader Guide
- Free Answer Worksheets
- Additional Bible study resources
A Truth to Remember
God uses ordinary, faithful people.
“The eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.”
2 Chronicles 16:9 NIV
Related Learning Resources
After completing this introduction, continue your study with:
- Blasphemy, Grace, Quarrels & Reconciliation
- The Beginning & The End
- God at the Center
- Women of Courage
- The Beginning of Wisdom
- Miracles & Rebellion
- The Chosen People
- The Chosen Person
For More
Explore the Jesus Follower Series
The Jesus Follower Bible Study Series explores what it truly means to become a committed follower of Jesus through practical, in-depth Bible studies focused on Christian discipleship.
Explore Bible Study Topics
Looking for additional Bible studies, articles, and learning resources? Visit our Bible Study Topic page to explore the complete Knowledge Library dedicated to understanding and applying God’s Word.