Naomi's story began with the loss of her husband, her sons, her home, and her sense of purpose. She returned to Bethlehem empty, calling herself "Mara," meaning bitter. But by the time we reach Ruth 4, we see the beautiful, redemptive thread of God's grace woven through her pain. Ruth’s...

While living in a foreign land, Naomi suffered the loss of her husband and both her sons. A husband’s affection and protection, children and grandchildren to love, a means of support, and provision for her old age – all gone. For a while Naomi did not feel pleasant, like her...

Have you ever felt disqualified from God’s plan because of failure, disappointment, or a hard season? Take heart, God’s call on your life is not based on your perfection but on His unchanging purpose. Peter knew what it was to fail. He was bold and passionate, quick to declare his...

The Apostle Paul praised the Galatian churches which were city-based congregations located in a Roman province. He praised them for a strong start in faith, noting they were running the race with excellence. He urged them not to heed false teachers, influenced by Satan, who were leading them astray from...

Like Mary, we need to sit at the feet of Jesus. Our heart should be fully consecrated to God, and He should be our only focus. God should come first. He should be our priority. We ought to love the Lord our God and serve Him only. All other things...