The Full Return: Embrace the Journey Back to Your Destiny!

Ruth Bible Study 4

Hey there, fellow dream chaser! Have you ever started something with great enthusiasm, only to find yourself losing steam along the way? We’ve all been there. But let me tell you something: the real winners are the ones who push through and reach that finish line. Today, we’re diving into the captivating story of Naomi and Ruth to explore the power of rising up and returning to our true calling.

Rise and Walk: The Clear-Cut Step to Abundance in Christ

Naomi, a woman of great strength and resilience, embarked on a journey to return to the land of Judah. Her decision to rise up and walk out of her current situation, out of Moab, paved the way for blessings and abundance. We can learn from her example: to truly experience the fullness of life in Christ, we must be willing to walk out of sin, destructive habits, and unfulfilling relationships, and walk unto righteousness, newness, and divine connections.

Repentance: The Key to Transformation

If we desire to live a life transformed by the power of God’s grace, repentance is essential. Repentance means turning away from our old ways and surrendering our lives to God. It’s about making a conscious decision to embrace the newness of life that is available through Jesus Christ. Let’s take that bold step of repentance and allow God to bring about a remarkable transformation in our hearts and lives.

Unburdening Your Journey: Finding Freedom at the Cross

Picture Christian in John Bunyan’s timeless masterpiece, “Pilgrim’s Progress.” He carried a heavy burden on his back, symbolizing the weight of sin and guilt. But when he reached the foot of the cross, a miraculous transformation occurred. The burden that had weighed him down turned to ashes, freeing him from its grip. Just as Christian found liberation at the cross, we too can find freedom by surrendering our burdens to Jesus.

The Consequences of Stopping Halfway: Lot’s Wife’s Tragic Remembrance

Imagine this: Lot’s wife, forever remembered for her fatal glance back at a life she was leaving behind. It’s a sobering reminder that looking back can be detrimental to our progress. Fear, uncertainty, and doubt have the potential to hold us captive and prevent us from reaching the promised land of our dreams. So, let’s learn from Lot’s wife and embrace the courage to move forward.

Impacting Lives: The Ripple Effect of Your Decision

Naomi’s return journey had a profound impact on her daughters-in-law, Ruth and Orpah. They were moved by Naomi’s resolve and chose to accompany her. This reminds us that our decisions, both positive and negative, can directly influence those around us. Your return to God, your calling, or a path you have neglected can inspire others to embark on their own journey of transformation. By embracing your own return, you become a beacon of light, giving others permission to do the same.

Reflecting the Fruit: Characteristics That Make Your Life Endearing

Naomi’s life was marked by qualities that attracted others to her. Love, joy, peace, humility, empathy, forgiveness, kindness, and care—these are the fruit of the Spirit that made her life sweet and irresistible. As we journey back to our purpose, let’s cultivate these virtues and let them radiate in our relationships. Let’s be the kind of people that others are drawn to, not just in public, but also within the walls of our own homes.

Return and Transform: Directly Affecting Those Around You

Remember, your return isn’t just about you. It has the potential to impact the lives of those around you. Just as Naomi’s journey compelled her daughters-in-law to follow, your decision to return to the Lord and to your divine assignment can ignite a spark of change in others. Your obedience and faithfulness can inspire a domino effect of transformation that reaches far beyond what you could imagine.

As Marianne Williamson put it, “As we let our light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.”

Since I started studying this book of Ruth, I’ve been on different return journeys too: like walking away from different things limiting me from pouring my heart and time into this blog, and coming fully back to give you and God the best I can.  

That’s a major return for me. And I don’t want to return alone. I want you to join me on this journey… Your steps won’t be exactly like mine, but the journey is the same.

And so, to you girl who’s lost in sin, and feels there’s no way out… return.

To the girl who’s tired of “mum and dad’s church”, and is gone to live life the way she wants… return.

To the girl who thinks God has failed her, because of the hurt and loss you’ve tasted in life… return.

To the girl immersed in pain, shame and unforgiveness, because of the abuse and mockery of yesterday… return.

To the girl who has turned to guys and the world for validation and love (you can’t get it there)… return.

To the girl who’s prayed and prayed, yet now answers in sight. Now you’re out to go find answers without God… return.

Return.

Return.

No matter how lost and empty you are, rise up and return. 

Embrace Your Return Journey

So, my dear friend, it’s time to rise up and embark on your own return journey. Reflect on the promises that await those who return to God: being built up, having a heart to know Him, deliverance from the enemy’s grasp, and a renewed purpose. As I share my personal experiences of returning to what truly matters, I invite you to join me on this transformative path.

Remember Ruth 1:7: “Wherefore she went forth out of the place where she was, and her two daughters-in-law with her; and they went on the way to return unto the land of Judah.” Let these words challenge you, inspire you, and propel you forward as you embrace your own journey of rising and returning to the destiny that awaits you.

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