One of the most consistent themes in the Old Testament is that Israel was God's chosen people. When God appeared to Abram in Genesis 12, he promised that Abram would become the father of a nation that would one day bless the entire world. In order for this promise to become a reality, God called together one nation to be unique and set apart. But this "choosing" was not intended to exclude others, it was intended to one day bring everyone into a loving relationship with him.
In this first part of a new class "The Faith of the Outsider," Bryan explores what it means to be chosen by God and the ministry God is calling us to. We invite you to join us every Wednesday at 6:30pm for this online class.
God's Chosen People
Why Did God Choose Israel?
May 26, 2021
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Ruth
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Ruth had a lot going against her. As a foreign widow from Moabite, she faced an uphill battle when she moved to Israel. With little to her name, she relied on the generosity of people like Boaz to find her way. Despite being from the people that was prohibited to come into the assembly of Israel, Ruth was nevertheless welcomed and included through the grace Boaz showed her. Her story teaches us that God lavishes his grace on us when we least deserve it.