Besides recording direct statements from God, they told of his dealings with his people, including accounts of their faith and love as well as those that revealed their failings and unfaithfulness.
Lisaks otsestele Jumalalt saadud teadaannetele kirjutasid nad sellest, kuidas Jumal tegeles oma rahvaga, ning enda usust ja armastusest, aga ka oma ebaõnnestumistest ja vigadest.