In this passage from the book of Ruth, Naomi and Ruth arrive back in Naomi's hometown of Bethlehem. Naomi believes that God is against her and has dealt bitterly with her, not yet seeing how his sovereign plan of grace will unfold. Suffering and pain can unsettle our faith and cloud our vision of God’s favor and good plan for our lives. When faced with hard or painful circumstances, may we trust in God with a childlike faith, believing that all things work together for good for his children. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
The End of Bitterness
Ruth 1:20 - 2:3
November 11, 2018 • Pastor Neal Hackbarth
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Fullness Restored
December 16, 2018 • Pastor Phil Kooistra
In this final sermon from the book of Ruth, we see that Ruth’s life is an example of simple faith and steadfast love. Like Ruth, we get to play a small part in God’s grand story of redemption. This life is not about us, but about glorifying God as we trust him even in times of difficulty and suffering, living our lives in faithful obedience to him. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
The Rescuing Redeemer
December 9, 2018 • Pastor Neal Hackbarth
In this passage from Ruth chapter four, Boaz meets with the elders of the city, making known and legally establishing his intention to be Ruth's kinsman redeemer. In a similar but much greater way, our rescuing Redeemer is always active, ever willing, and fully able to help and restore us. Our great God is faithful to rescue, redeem, and bless those who trust in him. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
Our Great Redeemer
December 2, 2018 • Pastor Phil Kooistra
In Ruth chapter three, Naomi initiates a plan that she hopes will encourage Boaz to marry Ruth and become their redeemer. Though humanly speaking the plan would seem ill-advised and risky, it demonstrates that our great Redeemer can use even our poor decisions to bring about his will and good plans for us. We can have peace and rest in the goodness and sovereignty of God, having assurance that that he will ultimately bring about our good and his glory. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.