Ruth traveled with Naomi to return to her homeland of Judah. Upon returning to Judah, Ruth just happened to be gleaning in the portion of the field belonging to Boaz who was a relative of Elimelech, Naomi’s deceased husband. Ruth gleaning in Boaz’s field was not by chance. Ruth setting out traveling with Ruth and becoming … Read more
Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen. –Hebrews 11:1 Faith is exercising your confidence about expectations without having the visible proof of that which you are seeking will happen. The confidence is trusting in faith and God. Do you believe? Do you trust in Him? … Read more
Mephibosheth, Jonathan’s son, had a low opinion of himself because of what he looked like on the outside. He was lamed as a child due to his nurse dropping him as an infant. King David had him brought to him. Upon seeing David, He stated “What is your servant that you should notice a dead … Read more
For what does it benefit someone to gain the whole word and yet lose his life? What can anyone give you in exchange for your life? You must make the decision on your beliefs, values and pursuit of purpose and stand firm. Do not allow yourself to be distracted or dissuaded. Be on your guard, … Read more
In the book of Ruth, Ruth left behind being comfortable. She left her homeland to follow Naomi to a foreign land, Bethlehem. Naomi attempted to dissuade her. She was told to go back with her sister-in-law who was turning back to go with her people. Naomi stated “Don’t urge me to leave you or turn … Read more
The heart is a vital organ in the body. It is the central core of your being and who you are. The heart is the source of your emotions. Without a heart, one cannot live. Your actions are a mirror of what is in your heart. Take time this week to reflect on what is … Read more
I read a story about a man who had a conversation with gardener. The man was walking through the garden where he noticed the potted plants and the planted trees in the garden. The gardener asked him to guess the age of the potted plants. The man guessed that the potted plants were anywhere from … Read more
King Solomon had it all – wealth, property and wisdom. With all that he had, he lacked focus. Solomon’s problems were inward and not outward. His inward struggles resulted in binges where his focus was on pleasing his flesh and accumulating wealth. Solomon pursued many unrelated goals that were not related to his purpose or … Read more
As you journey through life, you will have to make the commitment to remain courageous and committed to your path. Commitment requires that you overcome and face opposition, adversity, pain and hardship. You cannot allow others to distract or take you on a detour. Let’s look at a compelling example in the Bible – Jesus. … Read more
In John 17, Jesus was praying prior to his death. He said to the Father “May they all be one as you Father, are in me and I am in you.” – John 17:21 Jesus desired for us to be united and be one with the Father. In this world we have team sports, i.e. … Read more
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