Peter, the Profane Fisherman (Matthew 26:74) becomes a man whose very shadow heals (Acts 5:15).

The restless Demoniac (Mark 5:5) becomes a quiet disciple (Mark 5:15).

The Woman of Samaria of Unsavory Reputation (John 4:17-18) becomes an evangel of truth (John 4:29).

Saul, the Bloodthirsty Persecutor (Acts 9:1) becomes Paul, the tender-hearted brother (Acts 21:13).

The Cold-Hearted Philippian Jailer (Acts 16:24) becomes a sympathetic friend (Acts 16:33).

John, the Vindictive Jew (Luke 9:53-54) becomes the apostle of love (1 John 4:7).