1 Samuel 3 As a Christian, you have the ability to hear the voice and direction of the Holy Spirit for everyday life. Faith is defined by Hebrews 11:1, while faithfulness is defined as a consistent lifestyle of making right choices. Samuel demonstrates an ability to hear God’s voice even when he doesn’t recognize the … Read More
Month: June 2015
Hannah’s Heart
“Then Hannah prayed and said: ‘My heart rejoices in the Lord; in the Lord my horn is lifted high. My mouth boasts over my enemies, for I delight in Your deliverance. There is no one holy like the Lord; there is no one besides You; there is no Rock like our God.’” (1 Sam. 2:1-2 … Read More
We Already Won
And Hannah prayed and said, “My heart exults in the Lord; my horn is exalted in the Lord. My mouth derides my enemies, because I rejoice in your salvation. (1 Samuel 2:1 ESV) Hannah had been barren the majority of her life (1 Samuel 1:2). Her husband’s other wife though, had no problem bearing children. … Read More
Ruth 4:13-22
Naomi had experienced many troubles and losses in her life and she became depressed. One loss built upon another, until she wanted to give up. But Naomi had a priceless treasure that she didn’t see; Ruth! Even though Naomi didn’t realize it herself, those looking from the outside saw God’s providential care for her through … Read More
Ruth 4:1-12
Boaz realizes he is meant to care for Ruth and her mother-in-law, since they have so little left. He takes on the burden for them, which gives them renewed hope and life. In this story, we see the drama of Christ’s redemption acted out in miniature; this is only a foreshadowing of what Jesus did … Read More
A Most Honorable Proposal
Ruth 3 While Ruth’s act towards Boaz might look abominable, a closer examination of the context provides a much different perspective. Ruth & Boaz provide hope to those who have waited patiently for marriage and for those needing to be refreshed in God’s grace working through faith. V.9: Ruth’s comment to Boaz is a proposal … Read More
Your Attitude of Faith has Eternal Implications
Who could have imagined the eternal implications of Ruth’s faithfulness to Naomi? Choosing to leave her homeland, family & all she knew in obedience. Think it was a simple act? Ruth’s faithfulness is Naomi led to a place in the royal lineage of Christ! Ruth 2 provides a clear picture of her servant heart as … Read More
Strong, Determined, and Submissive
Ruth 1 Today’s reading, Ruth chapter one, really sets the stage for what is to come and tells us a lot about Ruth’s character. Why do you think she decided to do as she did? What can you take from that for yourself? Strong, determined… and submissive?? I can’t honestly say what many people would … Read More
Finishing Well
Philippians 4 is one of my very favorite Bible chapters. Grab some coffee, get alone and just park here to absorb some incredible passages! Verse 9 caught my eye; “Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice.” Paul was an influencer but he wanted his guidance … Read More
Philippians 3
“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” (PHILIPPIANS 3:14) Saul, the young man who was to become the Apostle Paul, knew what it was to strive to please God by fulfilling requirements of the religion in which he’d been raised. Everything that … Read More