Have you been faced with a decision to lay down something precious? A beautiful dress, a guy you love and desire to get married to, a job, a friendship… something you treasure, but somehow you feel an urge in your spirit to let it go. Maybe because it doesn’t align with God’s will for your …
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What helped strengthen your relationship with that special someone in your life? Maybe your spouse, fiancé, family or friends (whether male or female). You had steady conversations with them, right? You always want to talk about everything and anything with them. For some lovebirds – in courtship or marriage – you locate a spot where …
Imagine being the friend of a top influence in your community or industry. Imagine being a friend to someone whose name or words can send everyone and everything into action. Imagine being a friend of God – the Almighty creator of heaven and earth. What would that earn you? While you think about your answers, …
Does your life look like a big fat lie? Outwardly, you appear beautiful, smiling, productive, charming, spirit-filled… But you know the truth. You know the real you is confused, struggling, tired, depressed, bitter, dirty… Others may be deceived by your “show”, but you’re not. You know the cries in the bedroom after the smiles in the …
The cloth finally arrived. She opened the massive bag, her fingers moving swiftly but gently. Her face shone with excitement as she stood and pulled the sparkling white gown out of the bag. Wow! We screamed in unison. Fixing our eyes on the cloth wasn’t enough; she had to put it on. My friend’s wedding …
Ruth and Naomi now live in Bethlehem Judah. What next? Does God really show up for those who repent and return? Let’s find out! Ruth chapter 2 verse 1 introduces us to a new character in the plot. And Naomi had a kinsman of her husband’s, a mighty man of wealth, of the family of …
How do you define life and God during trying times? We all, in different ways, face difficulties. Naomi and Ruth had theirs. Oh, how these two women sat at the bedside of their loved ones – husbands, sons – caring faithfully and praying fervently. “Should I tilt your head upwards? Will you eat now? Please …
Have you heard intending couples say marital vows? I bet, yes. They voice out words affirming their devotion, loyalty, and love for each other, “till death do us part.” I remembered these marital vows while studying today’s verses. In the last study, we discussed how Orpah couldn’t bear the cost of following Naomi to Bethlehem. …
Anyone could make huge promises when it all seems rosy. But when the chips are down, when the cost for the decision you’re about to make stands naked before you… you find out if your words had a backbone. That’s what played out at this point in Ruth’s story. A Vow Without A Cost These …
Naomi and her daughters-in-law had set out on the journey to Bethlehem-Judah. With the little belongings left with them, all packed into bags strapped across their shoulders or on their heads, they walked on. Probably in silence. Different thoughts running through each person’s mind. The young women, likely thinking about the journey ahead. “When will …