The historical books of the Bible give a special illustration of the perils, pressures and problems which every Christian believer will encounter, as they attempt to walk the life of faith. Each book not only shows us the perils that every believer will encounter but also the means of victory over them.

These historical books of the Bible trace the history of Israel – a single nation with a special ministry – a representative nation. What happens to them is also a picture of all the dangers that men will encounter anywhere. As we carefully study each book for its peril, we will find right along with it the appearance of at least one individual who is given victory over that peril.