Life is sometimes filled with rude awakenings. Some are pleasant and some are unpleasant. Adam woke up and discovered that God had created a wife for him. Jacob woke up and discovered that he had married the wrong wife! Boaz… Read More ›
Old Testament
The Old Testament is a collection of thirty-nine books about the history and religion of the people of Israel. They represent a unified narrative about God and his attempt to relate to humankind by relating to a specific group of people. The Old Testament contains four main sections: the Pentateuch, the Former Prophets (or Historical Books), the Writings, and the Latter Prophets.
The Turning Points of Life – Ruth 3:1-7
Naomi has put away her bitterness and selfishness and is more concerned about Ruth than about herself. Boaz was Ruth and Naomi’s only hope for solving their problems and putting their lives together again. Naomi told Ruth the plan, but… Read More ›
Redeeming Love – Ruth 4:1-5
The story starts with a funeral and ends with a wedding. Ruth was a stranger and alien from the land of Moabite. She was under a curse. Boaz redeemed her and brought her into the nation and promises of Israel…. Read More ›
Here Comes The Bridegroom – Ruth 2:8-16
The name Boaz means “mighty man”. As soon as Boaz appeared on the scene, Ruth became the object of his affection and attention. Now that Boaz was watching over Ruth she had nothing to fear. Ruth enjoyed many blessings because… Read More ›
God’s Amazing Grace – Ruth 2:1-14
Christianity is not a code, conduct, etc. It is Christ. It is important to know Jesus Christ closely. 1. Be freshly cleansed (vs. 3) – “Wash yourself” This is what we must do if we must do if we want… Read More ›
From Bitterness To Blessing – Ruth 2:17-23
What a difference one day can make in your life! Moses began his day as a shepherd and ended it as a prophet of God. See Exodus 3-4. David went out one day to take food for his brothers in… Read More ›
Five Ways to Draw Closer to Jesus – Ruth 3:1-5
Christianity is not a code, conduct, etc. It is Christ. It is important to know Jesus Christ closely. 1. Be freshly cleansed (vs. 3) – “Wash yourself” This is what we must do if we must do if we want… Read More ›
A Great Confession of Faith – Ruth 1:15-22
The faith of Ruth shows that anyone can come to faith. 1. A Believing Decision We often hear jokes about mothers-in-laws but this was a daughter-in-law who dearly loved her mother-in-law. It was faithfulness unto death. (vs. 16-17). Ruth was… Read More ›
A Change For The Better – Ruth 2:1-7
As you move from the first to the second chapter of the Book of Ruth, the atmosphere changes dramatically. Notice the changes that take place because of Ruth’s faith and love. 1. Unbelief to faith Ruth was gaining an understanding… Read More ›
The Weakness Of Samson – Judges 13:1-14:2
Samson was a man who was known for his strength but was destroyed by his weakness! When Samson comes upon the scene the Israelites were doing what was right in their own eyes. They had compromised with the Philistines. God… Read More ›
Feed My Sheep 