This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. The sermon discusses the book of Ruth and draws parallels between the story of Ruth and Boaz and spiritual truths about God, Jesus Christ, and the church. It explains that Ruth represents Gentiles who are redeemed by God's grace through Jesus, who is represented by Boaz. Key points are that Ruth and Boaz coming together prefigures Jews and Gentiles being united in the church, and that Ruth found redemption despite being forbidden from God's house under the Law as a Moabite.
This document contains the order of service for First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on April 3, 2016. It includes the sermon title "Courageous" based on Acts 4:1-14, announcements for upcoming events, and a weekly memory verse from Ephesians 4:32. It also contains commentary on Acts 4:1-14 from Jon Courson's Application Commentary on the New Testament discussing the opposition the apostles faced and their boldness in preaching about Jesus.
This document contains the text of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on April 3, 2016 titled "Courageous". It discusses Acts 4:1-14 where Peter and John are questioned by religious leaders for preaching about Jesus. The summary discusses how Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, boldly proclaimed that a man was healed in the name of Jesus whom the leaders had crucified. It also mentions that over 5,000 people came to believe in Jesus after hearing Peter's message.
The document provides an overview and analysis of Revelation chapters 2 and 3, which describe Jesus' messages to the seven churches of Asia Minor. It discusses the exhortations and promises given to each church, as well as themes that apply to all believers. Key points include:
- Jesus' messages to the seven churches of Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea.
- The promises of blessing and reward for "overcomers," meaning true believers who remain faithful.
- Typology showing parallels between Jesus and the Passover lamb sacrifice.
- Encouragement for churches and believers facing persecution or trials
This document provides an explanation of the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13:1-13 given by Ray Stedman. It begins by giving context about Jesus teaching from a boat on the Sea of Galilee and the crowds listening to him. Stedman then explains each part of the parable: the sower represents anyone who shares the gospel, the seed is the word of God and the good news of the kingdom of Heaven, and the different soils represent how people respond when they hear the message. The explanation aims to convey that the invisible kingdom of God contains the answers people seek and the gospel is how we can understand and find righteousness in this kingdom through faith.
1) The document is a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on March 26, 2017. The sermon discusses how prophecies from Jacob's blessing, Isaiah, and Zechariah foretold Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilling messianic prophecies.
2) It notes how Jesus was greeted as a king but was a threat to the corrupt religious system. His kingdom was one of peace, not war.
3) The sermon discusses how Greeks sought to see Jesus at the feast, and he responded that his death would glorify God and allow many to be saved, linking it to prophecies of his death and resurrection.
The document is a sermon about remembering Jesus' sacrifice through communion/The Lord's Supper by comparing it to the Jewish Passover tradition. It discusses how Jesus instituted communion during the Last Supper on the night he was betrayed, making reference to him being the Passover lamb sacrificed for our sins. It then explains elements of a traditional Jewish Passover seder meal and their parallels to Christian theology. This includes symbolic foods, drinking four cups of wine representing God's promises, and asking why this night is different from others. The sermon emphasizes how Jesus' crucifixion fulfilled the meaning of the Passover sacrifice through his death for the sins of all people.
The document is a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on April 30, 2017 about remembering Jesus' sacrifice through communion. It discusses the biblical Passover story, traditions of the Jewish Passover Seder meal, and the significance of Jesus as the Christian's Passover lamb. The sermon examines Jesus instituting communion during the Last Supper on the night he was betrayed, linking Christian communion with the Jewish Passover tradition of remembering God's deliverance through symbolic foods and rituals.
This document provides a summary of Acts 9:36-43, which describes Peter raising Dorcas from the dead in Joppa after she dies from illness. It then provides historical context about Joppa, noting that it is one of the oldest harbors in the world and discussing Simon the Tanner's house where Peter stayed. The summary concludes by stating that the narrative in Acts now shifts its focus back to Peter for the next three chapters.
This document contains the order of service for First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on April 3, 2016. It includes the sermon title "Courageous" based on Acts 4:1-14, announcements for upcoming events, and a weekly memory verse from Ephesians 4:32. It also contains commentary on Acts 4:1-14 from Jon Courson's Application Commentary on the New Testament discussing the opposition the apostles faced and their boldness in preaching about Jesus.
This document contains the text of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on April 3, 2016 titled "Courageous". It discusses Acts 4:1-14 where Peter and John are questioned by religious leaders for preaching about Jesus. The summary discusses how Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, boldly proclaimed that a man was healed in the name of Jesus whom the leaders had crucified. It also mentions that over 5,000 people came to believe in Jesus after hearing Peter's message.
The document provides an overview and analysis of Revelation chapters 2 and 3, which describe Jesus' messages to the seven churches of Asia Minor. It discusses the exhortations and promises given to each church, as well as themes that apply to all believers. Key points include:
- Jesus' messages to the seven churches of Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea.
- The promises of blessing and reward for "overcomers," meaning true believers who remain faithful.
- Typology showing parallels between Jesus and the Passover lamb sacrifice.
- Encouragement for churches and believers facing persecution or trials
This document provides an explanation of the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13:1-13 given by Ray Stedman. It begins by giving context about Jesus teaching from a boat on the Sea of Galilee and the crowds listening to him. Stedman then explains each part of the parable: the sower represents anyone who shares the gospel, the seed is the word of God and the good news of the kingdom of Heaven, and the different soils represent how people respond when they hear the message. The explanation aims to convey that the invisible kingdom of God contains the answers people seek and the gospel is how we can understand and find righteousness in this kingdom through faith.
1) The document is a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on March 26, 2017. The sermon discusses how prophecies from Jacob's blessing, Isaiah, and Zechariah foretold Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilling messianic prophecies.
2) It notes how Jesus was greeted as a king but was a threat to the corrupt religious system. His kingdom was one of peace, not war.
3) The sermon discusses how Greeks sought to see Jesus at the feast, and he responded that his death would glorify God and allow many to be saved, linking it to prophecies of his death and resurrection.
The document is a sermon about remembering Jesus' sacrifice through communion/The Lord's Supper by comparing it to the Jewish Passover tradition. It discusses how Jesus instituted communion during the Last Supper on the night he was betrayed, making reference to him being the Passover lamb sacrificed for our sins. It then explains elements of a traditional Jewish Passover seder meal and their parallels to Christian theology. This includes symbolic foods, drinking four cups of wine representing God's promises, and asking why this night is different from others. The sermon emphasizes how Jesus' crucifixion fulfilled the meaning of the Passover sacrifice through his death for the sins of all people.
The document is a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on April 30, 2017 about remembering Jesus' sacrifice through communion. It discusses the biblical Passover story, traditions of the Jewish Passover Seder meal, and the significance of Jesus as the Christian's Passover lamb. The sermon examines Jesus instituting communion during the Last Supper on the night he was betrayed, linking Christian communion with the Jewish Passover tradition of remembering God's deliverance through symbolic foods and rituals.
This document provides a summary of Acts 9:36-43, which describes Peter raising Dorcas from the dead in Joppa after she dies from illness. It then provides historical context about Joppa, noting that it is one of the oldest harbors in the world and discussing Simon the Tanner's house where Peter stayed. The summary concludes by stating that the narrative in Acts now shifts its focus back to Peter for the next three chapters.
This document provides a summary of Acts 9:36-43, which describes Peter raising Dorcas from the dead in Joppa. It notes that Dorcas was a disciple known for her good works and charity. When she became ill and died, her body was washed and laid in an upper room. Peter was summoned and prayed, saying "Tabitha, rise." She was then restored to life. As a result, many in Joppa believed in the Lord. Peter stayed with a tanner named Simon for many days. The summary concludes by stating the passage demonstrates Peter's ministry expanding outside Jerusalem.
This document provides details from a church service program about celebrating Jesus at Christmas. It includes passages from the Bible about Jesus's birth, as well as references to Isaiah's prophecies. It discusses the significance of the virgin birth and references it in passages from Genesis, Luke and Revelation. The document examines the cultural context of Jesus's time, including marriage customs. Overall, it aims to instruct Christians on the meaning of Christmas and Jesus's role as savior through biblical study and analysis.
The document summarizes a sermon given on Leviticus 16:3-10, 29-30 about the Day of Atonement. It discusses how the high priest would wear humble clothing and make sacrifices for himself and the people. Two goats would be used symbolically. The chapter is divided into the preparation of the priest, place, and people. The rituals prefigured Jesus' ultimate sacrifice to forgive sins once and for all.
This document provides an overview and analysis of Leviticus 16:3-10, 29-30 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses how this chapter describes the Day of Atonement in the Jewish calendar. It explains that the chapter is divided into three sections about preparing the priest, the Tabernacle, and the people. The sermon draws connections between the rituals and sacrifices in Leviticus, such as the use of goats and bulls, and how they point to and are fulfilled by the atoning work of Jesus Christ.
Jesus prays to the Father in John 17:1-5. He asks the Father to glorify him so that he may glorify the Father in return. Jesus has finished the work the Father gave him to do on earth. He asks to be restored to the glory he had with the Father before the world existed.
This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on the scripture passage 1 Peter 3:1-12. The sermon discusses wives submitting to their husbands and having a gentle spirit as examples from Sarah. It also talks about husbands living with understanding and honor toward their wives. The sermon uses these teachings as instructions for living in relationship and examples of how marriages can withstand difficulties through obedience to God's word.
This document provides information from a church service including the sermon summary, announcements, and scripture readings. The sermon summary discusses Malachi chapters 3 and 4 and focuses on God purifying his people and the coming of Jesus as the Sun of Righteousness. The document also includes background on pastor John Piper and details about his cancer diagnosis and response of finding comfort in Christ. In under 3 sentences, this document covers a church service including the sermon on Malachi's prophecy of Jesus, announcements, scripture readings, and biographical information on pastor John Piper.
Jesus prays to God the Father in John 17:1-5. He prays for himself, saying that his work on earth is finished and he asks to be glorified with God. This prayer, known as Jesus' High Priestly Prayer, is remarkable because it is the longest prayer in the Bible and reveals what Jesus continually prays for believers - himself, his disciples, and all future believers. The document provides historical context and analysis of John 17 and its significance.
Jesus prays for unity among believers. He prays that all believers will be united in shared truth, having received the true teachings about Jesus from the apostles. He also prays that believers will be united in shared power, operating in the name of God and by the word of God, as Jesus did. Finally, He prays that believers will be united in shared life, with Jesus living in believers and the Father living in Jesus. This unity is for the purpose of demonstrating to the world that God sent Jesus.
Dear brothers and sisters,
Christians must be like Christ who speaks with authority and are able to exorcise evil within our hearts and society.
Fr. Cielo
This document provides a comparison of teachings from denominations and traditions against what is found in scripture according to the author. It contains 28 sets of statements where the reader is asked to identify which aligns with scripture (T) and which represents human tradition (F). The statements cover topics about Jesus, the church, church leaders, baptism, communion, and the Holy Spirit. The purpose is to evaluate whether certain widely held beliefs among Christians adhere to what is found in the apostles' teaching and God's word.
The document summarizes a sermon given on the biblical story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery from John 8:1-11. It describes how Jesus defused the situation by challenging those accusing the woman of sin to examine their own sins, and showed mercy to the woman by forgiving her sins. It explores how Jesus upheld the law while also showing mercy, and how his death satisfied both God's justice and ability to forgive through grace.
Murray on Prayer.Session 12.Lessons 19-23John Wible
1) Jesus initially taught disciples to pray for themselves as novices, but later taught prayer focused on their mission as his friends and co-workers.
2) Through prayer, the disciples would do greater works than Jesus by working with him to advance God's kingdom.
3) The early church grew rapidly through appropriating the power of prayer, planting churches across three continents and teaching thousands despite starting with just a few followers.
This document provides an overview and analysis of Jesus' prayer in John 17:20-26. It discusses how Jesus prays first for His disciples, then expands His prayer to all future believers. The document examines the nature of the unity that Jesus prays for, including unity of shared truth, power, and life. It emphasizes that this unity is meant to demonstrate to the world that God sent Jesus and loves believers. The purpose, according to the document, is for the world to see that Jesus holds the key to reality and reveals God.
1) God's intrinsic glory is the manifestation of the combination of all of His attributes such as holiness, justice, mercy, grace, etc.
2) We are to give God glory by magnifying and enhancing His glory before the world through our lives and testimonies. This shows His power and attributes to others.
3) We should give God glory because He created everything and deserves all praise and honor. Since He is the only God, to give glory to anything else would be foolish. All things were created to radiate His glory.
A sermon on Jesus' high priestly prayer in John 17. This sermon was delivered by Dale Wells at the Palm Desert Church of Christ (California) on November 2, 2008.
This document provides a summary of several essays written by Borgie Distura on topics related to faith and the Word of God.
The first essay discusses how the Word of God provides a firm foundation against false teachings, and how it remains relevant for youth today who are vulnerable to secular influences.
The second essay describes how the Word of God offers comfort to stressed and anxious youth. It also discusses how modern technology has paradoxical effects, disconnecting youth from real community and God.
The third essay argues that the Word of God is a symbol of unity, calling youth to be united within themselves, with others, and with God. It also asserts that the Word of God calls people to direct participation in the divine
This document provides the text and summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. The sermon discusses 1 Peter 2:1-10 and focuses on how believers are called to be living stones built into a spiritual house. It encourages Christians to hunger for God's word like infants crave milk and to accept the refining process of rubbing against other "stones" in the church.
This document provides guidance on how to give God glory. It discusses that God's glory is the manifestation of all his attributes, such as his holiness, mercy, justice, faithfulness and love. To glorify God is to praise and exalt his attributes. The document also explains that the supreme purpose of life is to glorify God, and that doing so leads to our greatest joy, as God offers himself as the one who can satisfy and make us happy. We should glorify God through living testimonies that magnify him before others. In glorifying God, we are enhancing his reputation rather than adding to his intrinsic nature.
The document discusses the origins and symbolism of the Lord's Supper based on the biblical Passover meal. It explains that at the Last Supper, Jesus used the bread and wine of the Passover to establish the new covenant through his body and blood, representing his sacrificial death and redemption from sin. The Lord's Supper commemorates Jesus as the perfect Passover lamb who was sacrificed once for all.
Productivité : une énigme collective ? François Villeroy, ouverture conf BdF ...Soledad Zignago
Slides d'ouverture de François Villeroy de Galhau à la conférence sur la productivité française organisée à la Banque de France avec France Stratégie le 1er février 2017. Autres présentations disponibles sur https://www.banque-france.fr/productivite-une-enigme-francaise-conference-banque-de-france-france-strategie et vidéo de la matinée sur https://youtu.be/dZnCCWbk0_8
The document provides information about upcoming events at the First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It includes announcements for young married couples, a baby boomers event, a chili cook-off, and a leadership luncheon. It also previews the Sunday sermon series on moving from failure to direction based on passages from Genesis about Abraham, Miriam, and Peter.
This document provides a summary of Acts 9:36-43, which describes Peter raising Dorcas from the dead in Joppa. It notes that Dorcas was a disciple known for her good works and charity. When she became ill and died, her body was washed and laid in an upper room. Peter was summoned and prayed, saying "Tabitha, rise." She was then restored to life. As a result, many in Joppa believed in the Lord. Peter stayed with a tanner named Simon for many days. The summary concludes by stating the passage demonstrates Peter's ministry expanding outside Jerusalem.
This document provides details from a church service program about celebrating Jesus at Christmas. It includes passages from the Bible about Jesus's birth, as well as references to Isaiah's prophecies. It discusses the significance of the virgin birth and references it in passages from Genesis, Luke and Revelation. The document examines the cultural context of Jesus's time, including marriage customs. Overall, it aims to instruct Christians on the meaning of Christmas and Jesus's role as savior through biblical study and analysis.
The document summarizes a sermon given on Leviticus 16:3-10, 29-30 about the Day of Atonement. It discusses how the high priest would wear humble clothing and make sacrifices for himself and the people. Two goats would be used symbolically. The chapter is divided into the preparation of the priest, place, and people. The rituals prefigured Jesus' ultimate sacrifice to forgive sins once and for all.
This document provides an overview and analysis of Leviticus 16:3-10, 29-30 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses how this chapter describes the Day of Atonement in the Jewish calendar. It explains that the chapter is divided into three sections about preparing the priest, the Tabernacle, and the people. The sermon draws connections between the rituals and sacrifices in Leviticus, such as the use of goats and bulls, and how they point to and are fulfilled by the atoning work of Jesus Christ.
Jesus prays to the Father in John 17:1-5. He asks the Father to glorify him so that he may glorify the Father in return. Jesus has finished the work the Father gave him to do on earth. He asks to be restored to the glory he had with the Father before the world existed.
This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on the scripture passage 1 Peter 3:1-12. The sermon discusses wives submitting to their husbands and having a gentle spirit as examples from Sarah. It also talks about husbands living with understanding and honor toward their wives. The sermon uses these teachings as instructions for living in relationship and examples of how marriages can withstand difficulties through obedience to God's word.
This document provides information from a church service including the sermon summary, announcements, and scripture readings. The sermon summary discusses Malachi chapters 3 and 4 and focuses on God purifying his people and the coming of Jesus as the Sun of Righteousness. The document also includes background on pastor John Piper and details about his cancer diagnosis and response of finding comfort in Christ. In under 3 sentences, this document covers a church service including the sermon on Malachi's prophecy of Jesus, announcements, scripture readings, and biographical information on pastor John Piper.
Jesus prays to God the Father in John 17:1-5. He prays for himself, saying that his work on earth is finished and he asks to be glorified with God. This prayer, known as Jesus' High Priestly Prayer, is remarkable because it is the longest prayer in the Bible and reveals what Jesus continually prays for believers - himself, his disciples, and all future believers. The document provides historical context and analysis of John 17 and its significance.
Jesus prays for unity among believers. He prays that all believers will be united in shared truth, having received the true teachings about Jesus from the apostles. He also prays that believers will be united in shared power, operating in the name of God and by the word of God, as Jesus did. Finally, He prays that believers will be united in shared life, with Jesus living in believers and the Father living in Jesus. This unity is for the purpose of demonstrating to the world that God sent Jesus.
Dear brothers and sisters,
Christians must be like Christ who speaks with authority and are able to exorcise evil within our hearts and society.
Fr. Cielo
This document provides a comparison of teachings from denominations and traditions against what is found in scripture according to the author. It contains 28 sets of statements where the reader is asked to identify which aligns with scripture (T) and which represents human tradition (F). The statements cover topics about Jesus, the church, church leaders, baptism, communion, and the Holy Spirit. The purpose is to evaluate whether certain widely held beliefs among Christians adhere to what is found in the apostles' teaching and God's word.
The document summarizes a sermon given on the biblical story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery from John 8:1-11. It describes how Jesus defused the situation by challenging those accusing the woman of sin to examine their own sins, and showed mercy to the woman by forgiving her sins. It explores how Jesus upheld the law while also showing mercy, and how his death satisfied both God's justice and ability to forgive through grace.
Murray on Prayer.Session 12.Lessons 19-23John Wible
1) Jesus initially taught disciples to pray for themselves as novices, but later taught prayer focused on their mission as his friends and co-workers.
2) Through prayer, the disciples would do greater works than Jesus by working with him to advance God's kingdom.
3) The early church grew rapidly through appropriating the power of prayer, planting churches across three continents and teaching thousands despite starting with just a few followers.
This document provides an overview and analysis of Jesus' prayer in John 17:20-26. It discusses how Jesus prays first for His disciples, then expands His prayer to all future believers. The document examines the nature of the unity that Jesus prays for, including unity of shared truth, power, and life. It emphasizes that this unity is meant to demonstrate to the world that God sent Jesus and loves believers. The purpose, according to the document, is for the world to see that Jesus holds the key to reality and reveals God.
1) God's intrinsic glory is the manifestation of the combination of all of His attributes such as holiness, justice, mercy, grace, etc.
2) We are to give God glory by magnifying and enhancing His glory before the world through our lives and testimonies. This shows His power and attributes to others.
3) We should give God glory because He created everything and deserves all praise and honor. Since He is the only God, to give glory to anything else would be foolish. All things were created to radiate His glory.
A sermon on Jesus' high priestly prayer in John 17. This sermon was delivered by Dale Wells at the Palm Desert Church of Christ (California) on November 2, 2008.
This document provides a summary of several essays written by Borgie Distura on topics related to faith and the Word of God.
The first essay discusses how the Word of God provides a firm foundation against false teachings, and how it remains relevant for youth today who are vulnerable to secular influences.
The second essay describes how the Word of God offers comfort to stressed and anxious youth. It also discusses how modern technology has paradoxical effects, disconnecting youth from real community and God.
The third essay argues that the Word of God is a symbol of unity, calling youth to be united within themselves, with others, and with God. It also asserts that the Word of God calls people to direct participation in the divine
This document provides the text and summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. The sermon discusses 1 Peter 2:1-10 and focuses on how believers are called to be living stones built into a spiritual house. It encourages Christians to hunger for God's word like infants crave milk and to accept the refining process of rubbing against other "stones" in the church.
This document provides guidance on how to give God glory. It discusses that God's glory is the manifestation of all his attributes, such as his holiness, mercy, justice, faithfulness and love. To glorify God is to praise and exalt his attributes. The document also explains that the supreme purpose of life is to glorify God, and that doing so leads to our greatest joy, as God offers himself as the one who can satisfy and make us happy. We should glorify God through living testimonies that magnify him before others. In glorifying God, we are enhancing his reputation rather than adding to his intrinsic nature.
The document discusses the origins and symbolism of the Lord's Supper based on the biblical Passover meal. It explains that at the Last Supper, Jesus used the bread and wine of the Passover to establish the new covenant through his body and blood, representing his sacrificial death and redemption from sin. The Lord's Supper commemorates Jesus as the perfect Passover lamb who was sacrificed once for all.
Productivité : une énigme collective ? François Villeroy, ouverture conf BdF ...Soledad Zignago
Slides d'ouverture de François Villeroy de Galhau à la conférence sur la productivité française organisée à la Banque de France avec France Stratégie le 1er février 2017. Autres présentations disponibles sur https://www.banque-france.fr/productivite-une-enigme-francaise-conference-banque-de-france-france-strategie et vidéo de la matinée sur https://youtu.be/dZnCCWbk0_8
The document provides information about upcoming events at the First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It includes announcements for young married couples, a baby boomers event, a chili cook-off, and a leadership luncheon. It also previews the Sunday sermon series on moving from failure to direction based on passages from Genesis about Abraham, Miriam, and Peter.
The document summarizes the key points of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on imputed and imparted righteousness. It discusses how imputed righteousness is a gift from God based on faith in Christ alone, while imparted righteousness involves participating in a transforming process as Christ imparts His very life and presence within believers. Through His grace, God empowers believers to choose righteousness and transforms their character to be in agreement with His.
This document provides an overview and summary of 1 Peter 2:11-25 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses how Christians should live as strangers and exiles in a world hostile to their faith. Key points include: abstaining from sinful passions which war against the soul; honoring authorities established by God; doing good deeds so non-believers glorify God; and enduring unjust treatment, as Jesus did, by entrusting oneself to God. The goal is to honor God in all circumstances.
This document contains announcements for various church events as well as the script and notes from a Sunday school lesson on righteousness. The lesson discusses the difference between imputed and imparted righteousness, with imputed righteousness referring to God crediting believers with Christ's righteousness based on faith alone, while imparted righteousness involves God transforming believers from within through His presence to live righteously. Legalism tries to change people from without through rules, but true righteousness comes through God's grace empowering believers and conforming them to His character from within.
1. Samuel is grieving over Saul's rejection as king and God tells him to stop mourning and anoint a new king from the house of Jesse.
2. Samuel goes to Jesse's house and anoints one of his sons, David, as the new king after God indicates that David is the chosen one despite being the youngest son caring for sheep.
3. David is described as ruddy and handsome. God looks not at outward appearances but at the heart, and David has proved himself a faithful shepherd which will serve him well as king of Israel.
The document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on Joshua 6:12-25. The sermon discusses several key points from the biblical passage, including Joshua and the Israelites marching around Jericho for seven days, the walls of Jericho falling after they shout, and Rahab and her family being spared. It then draws parallels between the story of Joshua and future end times events described in the Bible.
Quelles régulations financières pour éviter la propagation des chocs? Ivan Od...Soledad Zignago
Slides d'Ivan Odonnat à la conférence organisée à la Banque de France avec la FERDI le 24 janvier 2017. Les autres présentations sont disponibles sur https://www.banque-france.fr/conferences-et-medias/seminaires-colloques-et-symposiums/conferences-de-recherche-et-symposiums/conference-banque-de-france-ferdi-quelles-reponses-aux-chocs-des-termes-de-lechange-dans-les-pays et les vidéos de chaque séance sur http://ferdi.wmaker.tv/What-responses-to-terms-of-trade-shocks-in-poor-and-vulnerable-countries_r10.html
Des entreprises très performantes et d’autres moins : pourquoi et quels ensei...Soledad Zignago
Présentation de Rémy Lecat avec Gilbert Cette à la conférence sur la productivité française organisée à la Banque de France avec France Stratégie le 1er février 2017. Autres présentations disponibles sur https://www.banque-france.fr/productivite-une-enigme-francaise-conference-banque-de-france-france-strategie et vidéo de la matinée sur https://youtu.be/dZnCCWbk0_8
Will risks-derail-the-modest-recovery-oecd-interim-economic-outlook-march-2017OECD, Economics Department
Global GDP growth is projected to pick up modestly to around 3½ per cent in 2018, from just under 3% in 2016, boosted by fiscal initiatives in the major economies. The forecast is broadly unchanged since November 2016. Confidence has improved, but consumption, investment, trade and productivity are far from strong, with growth slow by past norms and higher inequality.
El documento habla sobre la importancia del trabajo en equipo y la organización para lograr buenos resultados. Explica que cuando hay demasiadas personas a cargo sin una buena planeación y estructura, como ocurrió con el equipo colombiano de remo, se obtienen malos resultados, mientras que el equipo japonés triunfó porque tenía buena organización con un solo líder y los demás siguiendo instrucciones. También menciona que para que un equipo funcione bien se requiere orden, colaboración, disciplina y roles claramente definidos.
Este documento describe el uso de las nuevas tecnologías en el aula de primaria. Explica los desafíos iniciales como la complejidad de los medios técnicos y el software. Luego, propone soluciones como enseñar a los profesores, padres y alumnos para superar estos problemas. Finalmente, sugiere un enfoque de cinco pasos que incluye familiarizarse con la tecnología, usar herramientas básicas, buscar contenidos, editar materiales y permitir que los alumnos creen.
La Unión Europea ha propuesto un nuevo paquete de sanciones contra Rusia que incluye un embargo al petróleo. El embargo prohibiría la importación de petróleo ruso a la UE y también prohibiría a los buques europeos transportar petróleo ruso a otros países. Sin embargo, Hungría se opone firmemente al embargo al petróleo, argumentando que dependen en gran medida de las importaciones rusas y que les llevaría años dejar de depender del petróleo ruso.
La piel es el órgano más grande del cuerpo y está compuesta de la epidermis, dermis y tejido celular subcutáneo. Contiene glándulas como las sebáceas y sudoríparas, así como pelos y uñas. Sus funciones incluyen protección, regulación de la temperatura y recepción de estímulos. Factores como la raza, clima, alimentación y edad afectan sus características. El autocuidado y aseo diario ayudan a prevenir infecciones.
Este documento introduce los sistemas de ecuaciones lineales. Explica que un sistema de ecuaciones lineales consiste en un conjunto de ecuaciones lineales con las mismas incógnitas. El objetivo es calcular los valores de las incógnitas que satisfacen simultáneamente todas las ecuaciones. También describe cómo expresar un sistema de ecuaciones lineales en forma matricial y los diferentes tipos de sistemas que pueden darse (incompatible, compatible determinado e indeterminado).
O documento discute os efeitos negativos do ruído excessivo na saúde como insônia, estresse, depressão e dores de cabeça. Também lista algumas fontes comuns de poluição sonora como trânsito, eletrodomésticos e aviões, e dá dicas para evitar o ruído desnecessário.
Edmodo permite a los profesores editar su perfil al hacer clic en "Cuenta" en el menú superior. Esto muestra las insignias obtenidas y permite editar la descripción personal. También muestra las conexiones con otros profesores y las comunidades Edmodo a las que pertenecen.
Edmodo - Cómo realizar una prueba - docentes 2013OEI Capacitación
Este documento proporciona instrucciones sobre cómo crear y administrar pruebas en Edmodo. Explica cómo crear una nueva prueba eligiendo el tipo, agregar preguntas, previsualizarla y programarla para enviarla a los estudiantes. También cubre cómo cargar una prueba existente, establecer la fecha de entrega y ver los resultados de los estudiantes.
1) The document proposes the hydroplate theory as an alternative to plate tectonics to explain geological phenomena.
2) It suggests that a layer of water trapped under the crust ruptured, causing massive flooding that separated the continents and formed new geological features rapidly.
3) As the continents drifted apart, mountain ranges formed from buckling plates and impacts, and the remaining water drained in massive floods, eventually receding to form the oceans and end the proposed flood period.
This document provides a summary and analysis of the book of Ruth from the Bible. It discusses key elements like Ruth representing the Gentile church and Boaz representing Jesus Christ. It explains how Ruth, a Moabite, finds redemption through Boaz despite the Law originally excluding her people for many generations. The document also references Pentecost and how Ruth came to be read during that Jewish festival due to its prophetic significance regarding God's plans for Israel and the inclusion of Gentiles in His kingdom.
This document contains a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on May 21, 2017 about Matthew 27:41-54, which describes Jesus' crucifixion. The sermon discusses how Jesus was mocked and crucified to pay for the sins of humanity, referencing the Jewish tradition of sacrificing lambs for atonement. It emphasizes that Jesus willingly took on the role of the sacrificial lamb to save all people, including those who mocked and killed him.
The women who had witnessed Jesus' crucifixion went to his tomb on the first day of the week to finish anointing his body with spices. When they arrived, they found the stone rolled away from the tomb and Jesus' body was gone. Two angels appeared and told the women that Jesus was alive. The women reported this to the disciples, but the disciples did not believe them. However, Peter went to the tomb to see for himself and found the linen cloths Jesus had been wrapped in but no body, leaving him perplexed about what had happened.
This document is a summary of 2 Peter 1:12-21 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. Peter writes that he will continue reminding the church of Jesus' teachings even after his death, as the prophecies of scripture are more confirmed than any personal experiences. He references being an eyewitness to Jesus' transfiguration, and says that as the world grows darker, the word of God will shine brighter for guidance. The sermon emphasizes applying the promises of God found in scripture to have peace, even in difficult times.
This document provides a summary of a sermon given on John 10 about Jesus being the true shepherd. The sermon discusses how Jesus died for his sheep in the New Testament, unlike Old Testament shepherds where the sheep died for the shepherd. It also references the resurrection of Lazarus as glorifying God and strengthening the disciples' faith. The sermon argues Christians should live abundant, victorious lives through Christ rather than in self-effort, and that God desires to use believers in powerful ways like He used Lazarus.
This document provides an introduction and overview to the Sermon on the Mount given by Jesus Christ as recorded in Matthew 5-7. It discusses the context and purpose of the Sermon on the Mount, noting that while it outlines an ethical standard, it does not provide the means or power to achieve it. The Sermon on the Mount lifts the Mosaic Law to an even higher standard and reveals mankind's inability to attain righteousness through works. It is meant to convict people of their sin and need for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
This document summarizes a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on the Bible passage of Matthew 8:5-13. The sermon discusses how a Roman centurion demonstrated great faith in Jesus by asking him to heal his paralyzed servant. The centurion believed Jesus could heal from a distance without coming in person, recognizing Jesus' authority. The sermon notes how unusual it was for a Roman to have such faith and to care for a slave. It provides historical context on Roman centurions and slaves.
1. The document is a summary of the sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on September 18, 2016. The sermon discusses 1 Peter 2:1-10 and focuses on believers being living stones built into a spiritual house.
2. It encourages believers to crave spiritual nourishment from God's word like newborn infants crave milk. Laying aside malice and deceit allows one to have this hunger.
3. Believers are living stones being fit together into a spiritual temple, with life's difficulties smoothing out their rough edges for eternity. Though rejected by men, Christ is the cornerstone of the church.
- The document discusses biblical passages about watching and praying for the return of Jesus Christ and signs in the heavens related to astronomical events on Jewish feast days. It analyzes a tetrad of lunar eclipses occurring in 2014-2015 that align with feast days, as one occurred in 1967 surrounding Israel regaining Jerusalem, and suggests this signals Jesus' imminent return. The document encourages believers to watch, pray, and share the gospel with lost souls.
This document is a sermon outline from First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on December 11, 2016 about Joshua 6:12-25. The summary focuses on the key points:
1) The sermon discusses how Joshua and the Israelites conquered Jericho after marching around it for 7 days and shouting, causing the walls to fall.
2) It draws parallels between Joshua and Jesus as saviors, and sees Joshua driving out the Canaanites as symbolic of Jesus driving out Satan and his forces from the world.
3) Events in Joshua like the trumpet blasts and shouting are seen as prophetic pictures of events at the Second Coming described in passages like Revelation 11.
Peter writes that he intends to remind the church of important spiritual truths even though they already know them, because as long as he is alive he wants to stir them up through reminder. He knows his death is imminent, but he will make every effort so that after his departure they can recall these things. Peter and the other apostles did not follow myths but were eyewitnesses to Jesus' majesty at the Transfiguration, when God declared Jesus His beloved Son. Peter values having the prophetic word of Scripture even more than his experience on the holy mountain.
The document discusses whether Christians are still bound by the Ten Commandments today, with a focus on the fourth commandment regarding the Sabbath. It argues that Saturday, the seventh day of the week, is the biblically-mandated Sabbath, not Sunday. It provides several biblical references to support this, noting that the Sabbath predates Judaism and was meant for all mankind, not just Jews. The document also discusses how the Catholic Church changed the Sabbath to Sunday and the role of various organizations in promoting Sunday observance laws.
This document is a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on January 3, 2016. It discusses the Sermon on the Mount from Matthew 5:1-16, which contains Jesus' teachings known as the Beatitudes. The sermon analyzes each part of the passage, emphasizing that the Sermon on the Mount establishes very high ethical standards that humans cannot attain through their own efforts. It notes that while the Sermon on the Mount provides guidance, it does not supply the power to follow its teachings. Believers require the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit to live according to God's will. The sermon encourages studying the principles of the Sermon on the Mount in light of other script
This document is a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on February 22, 2015. The sermon discusses committing one's way to God according to Nehemiah 10:28-39. It provides three challenges for the church's education department in 2015: memorizing monthly verses, sharing one's faith with one person per month, and having class members share how they've seen God at work. The sermon discusses the coming of Jesus, the importance of watching and praying, and inheriting the crown of righteousness. It relates these concepts to current geopolitical events mentioned in the Bible like the Psalm 83 and Ezekiel 38 wars.
This document provides an overview and analysis of the Book of Nahum from the Bible. It begins with background on Nahum, noting he prophesied around 614 BC about the coming destruction of Nineveh, the capital of Assyria. The document then analyzes the first 8 verses of Nahum chapter 1, highlighting themes of God's justice and power despite his slowness to anger. It notes God judged Nineveh after sparing it over a century prior through Jonah's warning, showing both God's justice and love. The analysis finds lessons for believers about God's dealings with sinning nations and individuals.
This document is a sermon about caring for orphans, widows, and the poor. It discusses passages from Proverbs, Mark, and 1 Corinthians that relate to glorifying God in all things. The sermon examines examples from the lives of Job and Moses in the Old Testament that demonstrate caring for the vulnerable as commanded by God. It emphasizes that providing for orphans, widows and the poor was not a suggestion but rather a demand in God's law. The sermon aims to show that caring for these groups remains an important part of righteousness and pure religion according to Scripture.
This document is a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on September 8, 2013. The sermon discusses a passage from the Gospel of John where John the Baptist identifies Jesus as the Lamb of God, and two of his disciples, including Andrew, begin following Jesus. It encourages Christians to watch for signs of Jesus' second coming, like the astronomical events predicted in scripture.
This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on dealing with death based on the biblical story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead in John 11. The key points made in the sermon are:
1) Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead primarily to glorify God and demonstrate His power over death.
2) The resurrection of Lazarus strengthened the faith of Jesus' disciples and led directly to Jesus' crucifixion.
3) Christians who believe in Christ have also died with Him and been raised to new life, no longer bound by sin but empowered to live abundantly through Christ.
The document is a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on March 6, 2016. It summarizes and comments on Acts 1:1-11. The sermon discusses how Jesus, after his resurrection, appeared to the apostles over 40 days, convincing them of his resurrection. He commanded them to remain in Jerusalem until receiving power from the Holy Spirit. The sermon argues the apostles needed the Holy Spirit's power and guidance to carry out Jesus' mission and spread the gospel message.
God's holiness is His most prominent attribute, shaping all others. His holiness means being wholly set apart from all else as uniquely sacred. When angels cry "Holy, holy, holy" around God's throne, they express His perfect holiness with force. God calls people to be holy as He is holy by being set apart for Him. Believers must live distinct from worldly ways and lusts so their good works will honor God before non-believers.
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The document discusses prophecies from Isaiah about God restoring the heavens and earth and creating a new Jerusalem without weeping or crying. It then discusses passages from the New Testament about how believers should live in light of these prophecies, looking forward to Christ's appearing and purifying themselves. The document also provides summaries about the characteristics and features of Christ's future millennial kingdom based on passages from Isaiah, Psalms, Ezekiel, Daniel, and Revelation.
The document discusses the future reign of Christ on earth based on passages from Isaiah, Psalms, Ezekiel, and Revelation. It describes the main features of the future millennial kingdom as an earthly kingdom where Christ will reign for 1000 years after His second coming. Resurrected saints from all ages will reign with Christ on earth and assist in His rule. The kingdom will be a time of peace and prosperity without evil or harm.
This passage from Isaiah 58 discusses God's condemnation of empty worship rituals among his people that are not accompanied by righteous living and care for the oppressed. God explains that true worship requires loosening bonds of wickedness, sharing with the hungry, and clothing the naked. The prophet Isaiah lived during a time of rebuilding after the exile when the temple had been reconstructed but the city walls remained in ruins. God promises blessings of light, guidance, strength, and renewal for those who repent from sin and pursue justice. The sermon references other passages emphasizing that God desires mercy over sacrifice and that true salvation will come through God himself acting as righteous judge and redeemer through the coming Messiah.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Isaiah 58:1-12. It examines God's condemnation of hypocritical worship among his people, who were going through the motions of fasting and prayer but without true repentance or care for the oppressed. God explains that true worship requires acts of justice, mercy, and humility. The document places this passage in historical context during the post-exilic period when the temple had been rebuilt but Jerusalem's walls remained in disrepair. It concludes by connecting Isaiah's prophecy to the ultimate salvation God provides through Jesus Christ.
1) The document discusses Isaiah 53, which prophesies the coming of Jesus as the suffering servant who would bear the sins of humanity.
2) It analyzes various verses from Isaiah 53 that describe Jesus' humble upbringing, rejection, suffering, and death on the cross in fulfillment of these prophecies.
3) The author argues that the chapter paints a clear picture of Jesus and his redemptive work, though some Jewish people did not accept that it referred to him.
This document provides an analysis and commentary on Isaiah 53:1-12. It discusses how this passage prophesies Jesus as the suffering servant who would bear the sins of humanity. Some key points made include: Jewish people historically did not believe Isaiah 53 referred to Jesus as they were expecting a conquering messiah; the passage depicts the servant as having no beauty or majesty and being despised and rejected; it describes how he would bear our sorrows and be wounded for our transgressions so that through his suffering we can be healed. The document analyzes various verses in depth to draw connections between the prophecy and Jesus' life and crucifixion.
The document provides an overview and analysis of Isaiah 49:1-13. It summarizes that:
1) The passage promises comfort for God's people and the coming of a Messiah who will be a servant and bring salvation to all nations.
2) Jesus fulfills the prophecies as the suffering servant who is called and named by God from birth to be a light to the Gentiles.
3) The passage prophesies that the servant will be rejected but later worshipped, establish a new covenant, and guide God's people to salvation.
1) The document provides an overview and analysis of Isaiah 49:1-13 from a Sunday school lesson. It examines how this passage prophesies comfort for God's people through a coming servant Messiah and how Jesus fulfills this prophecy.
2) Key points include how Isaiah 49 promises a Messiah who will bring salvation for Israel and all nations, depicted as a servant who is named and empowered by God.
3) The document analyzes how Jesus fulfills this prophecy by being God's chosen servant who is rejected by men but brings salvation, being made a light to the Gentiles and worshipped by all through his death and resurrection.
This document contains the summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses Isaiah 46:3-13, focusing on God's care for his people and how he alone is worthy of worship unlike idols. It includes quotes from the Bible passage and hymns like "His Eye is on the Sparrow" to illustrate the theme that God watches over and protects believers.
This document provides a summary of a Sunday school class discussion on putting God first in all things and trusting in His care. It includes summaries of Bible passages from Isaiah, Psalms, and Matthew discussing not worshipping idols and trusting that God watches over His people. The hymn "His Eye is on the Sparrow" is analyzed, inspired by verses on God caring for even sparrows. The class discussed how tragedies can humble us and that God saves those who recognize their need.
God instructs Isaiah to comfort God's people with three messages: 1) God is sovereign and in control, even during difficult times. 2) God will fulfill his purposes, such as forgiving Israel and sending a Redeemer. 3) God will sustain his people, though all humanity is transitory except God's eternal word. The prophecy looks forward to Israel's restoration after the coming exile.
The document provides an overview of a Sunday school lesson on Isaiah 40. It discusses the historical context during Isaiah's time, the message of comfort God instructed Isaiah to provide to Judah facing exile, and how this message still applies today. The lesson focuses on how Isaiah conveyed that God is sovereign, will fulfill his purposes, and sustain his people. It also provides biblical references on God's comfort and plan of salvation through Jesus Christ.
The document provides an overview and summary of Isaiah 34-39 from a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi. It discusses the historical context involving King Hezekiah of Judah rebelling against Assyria, the confrontation with Rabshakeh representing Sennacherib, Hezekiah's prayer to God, and God's response promising to defend Jerusalem for his own sake and for David. Key themes are God hearing and answering prayer, defeating the enemies of his people, and bringing hope and salvation.
The document provides a summary of Isaiah 34-39 from a Sunday School class. It discusses the historical context involving King Hezekiah of Judah rebelling against the Assyrian king Sennacherib in 701 BC. It describes the Rabshakeh threatening Jerusalem on behalf of Sennacherib, and Hezekiah praying to God for deliverance. God responds through Isaiah, promising to deliver Jerusalem and put a spirit in Sennacherib so he returns to his own land.
Isaiah 31 discusses God's promise to protect Israel and Judah if they trust in Him rather than forming alliances with other nations like Egypt. It warns that those who seek protection from Egypt will be put to shame, as the Egyptians are merely mortal while God is all-powerful. The chapter promises that God will come down to defend Jerusalem from Assyria, represented as a lion, and will shield and deliver His people. It calls the Israelites to repent and return to God to receive His protection.
The document provides an overview and analysis of Isaiah 31. It summarizes that the chapter warns Israel and Judah against forming an alliance with Egypt and relying on Egyptian horses and chariots for protection against Assyria. While Egypt can provide military strength, God promises to protect Jerusalem himself. The chapter exhorts the people to repent from idolatry and return to trusting God for their defense. It prophesies that Assyria will fall not by human hands but by the sword of God in response to their threats against Judah.
God will judge the earth and its inhabitants for their sins and breaking God's covenant. This judgement is described in Isaiah 24-27 and referred to as Isaiah's Apocalypse. However, God also has a plan for salvation and will deliver the remnant of people from the ends of the earth who worship him. Ultimately, God will reign eternally in Jerusalem and provide salvation for all people through his son Jesus Christ.
God will judge the earth and its inhabitants for their sin and breaking of His covenant. Isaiah 24-27 discusses this coming judgement, including how God will devastate the earth and punish both earthly kings and the hosts of heaven. However, it also promises ultimate salvation and a banquet for all people on God's holy mountain when He defeats death. The passage encourages believers that though judgement is coming, God has a plan for hope and salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Isaiah 23:1-18. It discusses Tyre's historical relationship with Israel as an important Phoenician seaport city. God prophesied Tyre's destruction through Nebuchadnezzar and Alexander the Great because of the city's pride. The prophecy warns that no place, including Cyprus, will provide rest for Tyre's inhabitants. It also foretells that Tyre will be forgotten for 70 years but trade will slowly resume. The document applies lessons about God's sovereignty over nations and his hatred of pride.
The document provides commentary on Isaiah 23, which prophesies the destruction of the Phoenician city of Tyre. It discusses Tyre's history and relationship with Israel, highlighting its pride and role in commerce and idolatry. The commentary explains how Tyre was destroyed multiple times according to prophecies by Isaiah and Ezekiel, and applies lessons about God's sovereignty over nations.
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2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
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The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
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It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
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02-19-16, Ruth 1;6-18, Faith Through Trials
1. Ruth 1:6-18
Faith Through Trials
February 19, 2017
First Baptist Church
Jackson, Mississippi
USA
What’s the number one thing?
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The glory of God!
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1 Corinthians 10:31 ESV
31 So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
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2. First Baptist Church Jackson Mission:
Multiply Disciples to Live Like Jesus.
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February Memory Verse:
Matthew 11:28 ESV
28 Come to Me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Friday, February 24, 2017 –
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Friday, March 31, 2017
Saturday, April 01, 2017
3. Sunday
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Ruth 3:8-13, 4:13-17
Redeemed and Secure
February 26, 2017
First Baptist Church
Jackson, Mississippi
USA
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Jon Courson's Application Commentary
Old Testament Volume 1
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A Prophetic Overview of Ruth
A Topical Study of Ruth 1-4
In the Hebrew Bible, the book of Ruth is placed with the prophets because, as
we shall see, it really is a book that deals with prophecy.
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In Hebrew tradition and presently, the Book of Ruth is read during the Feast or the
Celebration of Pentecost.
Pentecost was and is that annual celebration that took/takes place fifty days
after the Passover.
It was celebrating the harvesting of the wheat which was so crucial to the
Israelite economy.
So, the wheat would be harvested and there would be a celebration as it would
be offered up in thanksgiving to the Lord.
It was not only celebrating, but commemorating an event that took place
historically.
That is, it commemorated the giving of the Law.
The rabbis and scholars came to the conclusion that the giving of the Law—
when God spoke audibly on Mt. Sinai and gave Moses the two tables of stone —
was during this time of year.
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5. It celebrated the wheat harvest, and commemorated the giving of the Law and
both of these are aspects of the feast of Pentecost.
Why would Ruth be read during Pentecost?
First, the wheat harvest is mentioned in (Ruth 2:23) - the barley harvest was
during Passover, the wheat harvest during Pentecost.
Passover was in the springtime, Pentecost was fifty days later.
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2017
April 11 Passover (Pesach)
May 31 Pentecost (Shavuot)
But an even more important reason is due to what took place in the church on
the Day of Pentecost, as seen in Acts 2.
6. Fifty days after Jesus had died and risen from the dead, the disciples were in the
Upper Room, numbering one hundred and twenty, praying, wondering what
would happen next.
They had been told to go to that place and wait for the promise of the Father.
Jesus said, "You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you."
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And there on the very day of Pentecost, as the disciples were in the Upper
Room—waiting on the Lord, talking to the Lord, there was sent from the Lord an
anointing and empowering of the Holy Spirit.
A rushing mighty wind blew through the room and there were tongues of fire on
each of the disciples' heads and they began to speak with other tongues and on
that day, Pentecost, was the birthday of the church.
The Holy Spirit was given to them and the church was born!
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7. Pentecost is the birthday of the church on one hand, but also the birthday of
Judaism because it was on that same day 2,000 years earlier when the Law was
given.
So, Judaism and Christianity have the same birthday—Pentecost.
This explains why they would take two loaves of wheat bread in OT times and
wave them before the Lord, celebrating the harvest.
But there's something unusual about those loaves of bread that was exclusive to
that particular day.
Those loaves were made with leaven and leaven is a picture of sin.
So, when you ask the Jews today what do those two loaves stand for, they will
say—We're celebrating the giving of the Law, and the Law was given on two
tablets.
So, the waving of the two loaves speak of the Law being given, which sustains
and nourishes our soul like bread sustains and nourishes the body.
The problem with that is, leaven is in those loaves—this is the only time leaven is
allowed in any offering to the Lord.
Is the Law leavened?
Does the Law have sin?
No, the Law is perfect.
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Therefore, it's not primarily speaking of the Law, but something pictured here in
the Book of Ruth and that is, the church.
Why two loaves?
Jew and Gentile—sinners, both—coming together into a new entity called the
church.
No longer am I a Gentile, now I'm in a new entity—the church.
You see, in OT times, the world was divided into two groups: Jews and Gentiles.
But something happened on the Day of Pentecost.
8. Those two groups became one—a new entity called the church.
Does the church have sin?
If you've been around church very much, you know it's true.
We're righteous positionally, but we're all dealing with leaven practically.
And that's what's going on.
Jew and Gentile walk together—just like those two loaves would be held
together by the priest who would wave them before the Lord, two coming
together.
But on the birthday of Judaism something happened.
On the day the Law was given, when Moses comes down, what happened?
The people were already sinning, dancing around the golden calf—which led to
punishment and 3,000 were killed that day.
On the birthday of the church, 3,000 were not killed, but saved because, as Paul
would say, the Law kills…
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but the Spirit gives life!
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9. So, we see Jew and Gentile coming together into a third entity, called the
church — comprised of former Jews and former Gentiles.
We are now Christians and that's what this book of Ruth talks about.
We have a Jew (Boaz) and a Gentile (Ruth) being brought together in this
prophetic portrait, they come together and something marvelous happens.
Boaz is a portrait of Jesus Christ.
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The lord of the harvest, the owner of the field, a wealthy man, a gracious man, a
good man, a generous man, his name literally means - Standing in Strength.
Ruth is a picture of the church because she was a Moabite (Gentile).
In Deuteronomy 23, a Moabite was cursed for ten generations.
In other words, the Law would shut you out just for being a Moabite.
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You moved in from Moab, and the Law would say, "Sorry. Even though you've
come to Israel, even though you've left Moab, in your lifetime, you're never
going to make it into the house of God."
Ten generations is a long time.
The Law shut the Moabite out and the Law shut us out, too.
There's no way we can go in to the house of the Lord, stand in the presence of
God if it's by the Law.
10. But what the Law shuts out, grace finds a way and that's what warmed Ruth’s
heart.
She said, "How could it be that I a Moabite (2:10) would find grace in thine
eyes?"
She is so touched that Boaz would be so kind to her - but what the Law shuts out,
grace finds a way.
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Ruth was washed, anointed, and clothed with new raiment just like we have
been washed in the blood of the Lamb, anointed by the Holy Spirit, and robed in
His righteousness.
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She's washed.
She's anointed.
She's robed.
She's amazed.
She finds herself at the feet of her goel, her
groom at the threshing floor.
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11. The threshing floor in OT Scriptures is a picture of the time prophetically when the
world will go through a threshing.
It's called the Tribulation and it will be brutal.
It will be a time of separation—the sheep from the goats (Matthew 25), the
wheat from the chaff, when a Christ-rejecting sinful world will be dealt with.
Now people have closed ears and hard hearts.
But in that day, there will be a great awakening and there will be the greatest
revival in world history during the seven-year Tribulation (Revelation 6-19).
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When the world is being tossed up and the winds of difficulty are blowing about,
the harvest has already been brought in.
We are the harvest.
We are Ruth.
And where is Ruth?
She's at His feet.
Where will we be when the world is being threshed?
We will be at Jesus' feet—just like Ruth.
In the place of intimacy, safety, security.
Boaz spotted her before she spotted him and he was interested in her.
Boaz cared about her and wanted to be a blessing to her.
But—it was up to her.
Boaz didn't force himself.
12. He waited to see if she would respond to the goodness he was showing her, but
he left it up to her to make the first move.
He didn't force her into a relationship.
Thirdly, we see the servant.
When Boaz is in his field, the unnamed servant is the one who identifies the
bride-to-be.
It's the unnamed servant who's involved in the linking of the bride, Ruth, with the
bridegroom, Boaz.
The unnamed servant, of course, is an illustration of the Holy Spirit.
Why is He unnamed?
Because in John 16, Jesus said concerning the Spirit, that “when He comes, He
will not speak of Himself, but will speak all things concerning Me”.
Boaz wanted to be a goel (Redeemer) for Ruth, but there was a nearer relative
that had first dibs.
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The nearer kinsman was offered Naomi's property.
“Great!” Said the kinsman.
But if you choose to exercise the option, you need to take Ruth as well and with
her you need to have a child that will not count as yours.
“Oh, no, this will mess up my inheritance for my own kids”.
13. The nearer kinsman represents the Law.
The Law is indeed interested in property and principles and procedures, but not
in people.
The nearer kinsman is a picture of the Law & while the nearer kinsman wasn't
interested in Ruth, Ruth is exactly who Boaz was interested in.
Boaz had enough property, he was interested in people.
Not so the Law.
The Law can't deal with you and me.
It's perfect.
We're not.
We mar its inheritance.
Which came first, the Law or the coming of Jesus Christ?
The Law came first.
Naomi is a picture of Israel.
First, it was necessary for her to be in exile until the bride, Ruth, was ready to be
brought into union with the bridegroom.
Israel was in exile from 70 AD, when the Temple was destroyed until a miracle
took place in May, 1948, when Israel became a nation.
That's why when Israel became a nation, the stage was set for the return of
Christ.
In Matthew 24, Jesus said the generation that sees the fig tree blossom—always
a picture of Israel in Scripture—will not pass away.
In Romans 11, Paul says “Let their eyes be darkened, through their fall, salvation
is come unto the Gentile.”
The Jewish people were cut off, or sent away, but God had a plan.
Now they're being brought back in.
14. Israel was in exile, out of her homeland until the bride is ready —just like Naomi.
She was from Israel—out in Moab until Ruth (the Church) was ready to be
brought in to meet the Bridegroom during the threshing season.
God is at work with the Gentiles (the Church).
He was primarily working through the Jew, but the Jews rejected His Son.
Consequently, they would be exiled while the Bride—you and me, the Gentiles—
were brought in.
But once Naomi (Israel) goes back home, the marriage feast of Boaz and Ruth is
at hand.
While she was exiled, Naomi changed her name from Pleasant to Bitter.
When Israel was in her land, was enjoying the blessings of the Lord, it was
pleasant.
In fact, Israel is called just that—the Pleasant Land.
But when she was kicked out, driven away, there was bitterness.
The Jewish people were hunted, haunted, and hounded everywhere they went.
Persecution and execution followed them.
While Naomi was gone, the land was being destroyed and while the Jewish
people were gone from 70 AD until 1948, the land was destroyed.
Boaz (Jesus) and Naomi (Israel) never met until the marriage feast.
When will Israel meet Jesus?
When the church is Raptured.
It is at that time that the veil will be lifted and her eyes will be opened.
There is a remnant now who are part of the kingdom but the majority don't get it
because Paul says there is a veil over their (Israel) eyes.
But when the marriage happens, guess who's going to meet Boaz (Jesus) —
Naomi (Israel)!
15. Naomi learns of Boaz' whereabouts through Ruth (the Church).
She knows there is a man named Boaz, but she doesn't know if he's dead or
alive until Ruth comes home and says, “Guess who I met”.
Israel does not know if Messiah is dead or alive.
The only way she'll hear about her Messiah is through the Church.
Israel learns of the whereabouts of Jesus (Boaz) through the Church, but equally
true is that Ruth learns the ways of Boaz through Naomi (Israel).
That's why this book is such a key.
It's a Jew and a Gentile walking together, and together something happens!
Ruth and Boaz have a baby named Obed, which means “Worshiped One”, and
guess what happens to this Worshiped One?
The baby is then given to Naomi.
We, the Bride of Christ, have been impregnated by the Spirit and the Lord is
birthed in and through us.
Then, as we are caught up and taken away, the baby is handed to Naomi.
When you share with Jewish people, when you're on your honeymoon, the baby
will be nursed and nurtured by Naomi (Israel).
Ruth does not take the place of Naomi.
Naomi is not displaced by Ruth.
Rather, Ruth creates a family for Naomi.
Gentile and Jew, dependent on each other, gleaning from each other, gaining
because of each other.
And the two travel together in this glorious story.
God doesn't give up on His people.
Ever!
16. Today
Ruth 1:6-18
Faith through Trials
Ruth 1:6-18 ESV
Ruth's Loyalty to Naomi
6 Then she arose with her daughters-in-law to return from the country of Moab,
for she had heard in the fields of Moab that the Lord had visited his people and
given them food. 7 So she set out from the place where she was with her two
daughters-in-law, and they went on the way to return to the land of Judah. 8 But
Naomi said to her two daughters-in-law, “Go, return each of you to her mother's
house. May the Lord deal kindly with you, as you have dealt with the dead and
with me. 9 The Lord grant that you may find rest, each of you in the house of her
husband!” Then she kissed them, and they lifted up their voices and wept. 10 And
they said to her, “No, we will return with you to your people.” 11 But Naomi said,
“Turn back, my daughters; why will you go with me? Have I yet sons in my womb
that they may become your husbands? 12 Turn back, my daughters; go your
way, for I am too old to have a husband. If I should say I have hope, even if I
should have a husband this night and should bear sons, 13 would you therefore
wait till they were grown? Would you therefore refrain from marrying? No, my
daughters, for it is exceedingly bitter to me for your sake that the hand of the
Lord has gone out against me.” 14 Then they lifted up their voices and wept
again. And Orpah kissed her mother-in-law, but Ruth clung to her.
15 And she said, “See, your sister-in-law has gone back to her people and to her
gods; return after your sister-in-law.” 16 But Ruth said, “Do not urge me to leave
you or to return from following you. For where you go I will go, and where you
lodge I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God my God.
17 Where you die I will die, and there will I be buried. May the Lord do so to me
and more also if anything but death parts me from you.” 18 And when Naomi saw
that she was determined to go with her, she said no more.
Naomi, the Prodigal Daughter, goes back home and that reminds us of Luke 15.
When the prodigal son—after leaving his father's house, going to a far country,
and spending his father's fortune on wine, women, and song—finally came to his
senses, he realized he was sitting in a pigpen eating pig slop.
There are prodigal sons and then there are prodigal pigs.
The difference between a prodigal son and a prodigal pig is that although the
prodigal son might spend some time in the pigpen, he doesn't make it his home.
17. 1 John 2:19 ESV
19 They went out from us, but they were not of us; for if they had been of us, they
would have continued with us. But they went out, that it might become plain that
they all are not of us.
If the pigpen is your home today, you need to seriously evaluate your
relationship to your Father.
But if you find yourself in the pigpen today, wanting desperately to get out—take
hope.
Take the first step back home towards your Father, and, like the prodigal son,
you will see Him running to meet you.
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The only time in the Bible when God is seen to be in a hurry is in the person of the
prodigal son's father, who hitched up his robes and ran down the road with
abandon to meet his son.
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18. What a beautiful picture of renewal, restoration, redemption and revival.
That's our Father!
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Ruth still saw in a broken, embittered Naomi a spiritual reality that superseded
anything she had seen in Moab.
For you who perhaps have been in Moab recently – be encouraged!
You may be like Naomi — coming back to nothing, and coming back with
nothing.
But, like Ruth saw in Naomi, there will be those who will see your brokenness and
repentance and follow you right into the kingdom.
Why?
Because "good people" usually do not draw sinners.
Naomi realized she herself needed to get back to the Lord — and that is the
person with whom the sinner feels most inclined to travel.
If you have been in a place where you know you haven't been what you should
be, or doing what you should do — you still have the opportunity, like Naomi, to
bring someone back with you.
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In chapter 1:1-2, we are introduced to a joyful Hebrew family residing in the
country of Judah, in the city of Bethlehem.
How do we know they were joyful?
Check out their names.
Elimelech means, "God is my King;" Naomi means "Pleasant;" and, according to
Our Nearest Kinsman by Roy Hession, Mahlon means "Song;" while Chilion
means "Satisfaction."
This family was one where God was King; where there was pleasantness, song,
and satisfaction.
Why?
Because they resided in the city of Bethlehem.
Bethlehem means, "House of Bread," and it is the city where Jesus, the Bread of
Life would be born centuries later, no wonder there was satisfaction and
pleasantness in Elimelech's family - no wonder there were songs and joy.
20. God was their King and they were living in the House of Bread.
We will always be a joyful, blessed people if we dwell in the House of Bread,
which is the Word of God.
When we eat of Heavenly manna, we will experience Earthly satisfaction.
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How do we know this?
Psalm 1 declares that the man who meditates in the Word, and who delights in
the Law of the Lord will be like a tree whose leaf does not wither, a tree which
prospers in whatever it does.
Picture a strong oak tree.
An oak tree is simply a little nut that refused to give ground.
That's what we are, we're all a little nutty!
I heard Adrian Rogers say several times, “If you are ever feeling down & blue just
look at an oak tree and see what a nut can do!”
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21. If we refuse to give ground and plant our roots in the Word of God—if we hear it,
read it, study it, memorize it, meditate on it, devour it, and make it top priority in
our lives—we will find ourselves growing in strength and stability.
We will find ourselves experiencing God's blessing.
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Notice also that Elimelech's family not only resided in the city of Bethlehem, but
in the tribe of Judah.
Throughout the Book of Ruth, Bethlehem is always hyphenated with Judah.
Judah means, "Praise."
The connection is more than coincidental, for there is an intimate, intricate
correlation between the House of Bread — which is the Word of God — and
Praise — which ascends toward God.
David, the sweet psalmist of Israel, declared this in Psalm 119: "I will praise thee
O Lord, when I have learned Thy statutes."
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22. A person who is learning about the ways of God and the character of God
through the Word of God cannot help but overflow in praise to God.
If you're having a difficult time praising and worshiping, if you feel far removed
from Judah, the Place of Praise — it could be because you're not dwelling in
Bethlehem, the House of Bread, the Word of God.
Once you're dwelling in the Word, you can't help but become a worshiper.
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Ruth 1:6a ESV
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Ruth 1:6b ESV
6b for she had heard in the fields of Moab that the Lord had visited His people
and given them food.
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23. "God is my King" is dead.
"Song" is dead.
"Satisfaction" is dead.
Now Naomi realizes that allowing her family to go to Moab was an unmitigated
disaster and she longed for Bethlehem the "House of Bread".
While Naomi was in Moab, in misery and in rebellion, she heard reports of how
God was blessing Bethlehem.
It's always that way.
Those who waited it out in Bethlehem were indeed blessed.
Those who wait (hope, trust) upon the Lord will renew their strength (Isaiah 40:31).
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Psalm 145:15 ESV
15 The eyes of all look to You, and You give them their food in due season.
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24. Second Chronicles 6 declares that if God's people turn away from Him, He will
stop the rain and curse the land.
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But the next chapter goes on to say that if His people humble themselves and
pray, He will hear from Heaven and heal their land.
Therefore, while many were playing, there must have been someone praying.
As a result, a prophet must have come on the scene, calling the people to
forsake their heathen idols and turn once again to the True and Living God.
When they did, God revived and rebuilt the land which had become so fruitless
and dry.
And Naomi heard the report of God's blessing.
It was Naomi's loss that led her to listen.
This story is not to show God punishing Naomi for wandering off into Moab.
Her loss was not punitive—it was corrective.
Its purpose was to get her back on track—back to Bethlehem, the House of
Bread; back to Judah, the Place of Praise.
In your life and in mine, when there is loss, it is not for punishment.
Why?
Because the punishment for our sin could never be severe enough.
We all deserve to be totally consumed and whatever God could send our way
could never be punishment enough for our sin.
25. The punishment which should have come upon us was poured out upon Jesus
Christ, Who died in our place.
Therefore, His work in our lives is not punitive - it's corrective!
If you have been in a place of loss—materially or internally, vocationally or
relationally—know this: You are experiencing loss not because God is mad at
you, angry with you, or disappointed in you—but because He wants to speak to
you.
And He knows that sometimes the only time we will listen is when we are at a
place of loss where we can do nothing else.
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Ruth 1:7 ESV
7 So she set out from the place where she was with her two daughters-in-law,
and they went on the way to return to the land of Judah.
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Ruth 1:8-9 ESV
8 But Naomi said to her two daughters-in-law, “Go, return each of you to her
mother's house. May the Lord deal kindly with you, as you have dealt with the
dead and with me. 9 The Lord grant that you may find rest, each of you in the
house of her husband!” Then she kissed them, and they lifted up their voices and
wept.
26. As Naomi, Ruth, and Orpah are on their way to Bethlehem, Naomi turns to her
daughters-in-law and says, "Why are you traveling with me? I'm going back with
nothing and I'm going back to nothing. I lost everything in Moab, but you have
been good to me. May the Lord bless you. Now go back to your people."
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Ruth 1:10-13 ESV
10 And they said to her, “No, we will return with you to your people.” 11 But Naomi
said, “Turn back, my daughters; why will you go with me? Have I yet sons in my
womb that they may become your husbands? 12 Turn back, my daughters; go
your way, for I am too old to have a husband. If I should say I have hope, even if
I should have a husband this night and should bear sons, 13 would you therefore
wait till they were grown? Would you therefore refrain from marrying? No, my
daughters, for it is exceedingly bitter to me for your sake that the hand of the
Lord has gone out against me.”
Naomi is referring to the practice outlined in Deuteronomy 25, whereby if a
woman lost her husband, it was the responsibility of his younger unmarried
brother to marry his sister-in-law.
Their children would then bear the name of the deceased brother.
In reference to this, Naomi is saying, "Even if I married right now and bore sons, it
would be ridiculous for you to wait until they were old enough to assume the
responsibility of marrying you."
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27. Ruth 1:13b ESV
13b No, my daughters, for it is exceedingly bitter to me for your sake that the
hand of the Lord has gone out against me.”
Not true, Naomi.
Yes, you've felt the brutal, bitter repercussions of being in Moab.
But God is not against you.
He has a good plan for you, a divine design.
God's at work.
He takes even our backsliding blunders and is able to transform them into
beautiful blossoms, it's an amazing thing called – redemption!
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Ruth 1:14 ESV
14 Then they lifted up their voices and wept again. And Orpah kissed her mother-
in-law, but Ruth clung to her.
In this verse, we see - Naomi grieving, Orpah leaving, & Ruth cleaving.
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Orpah, whose name means "Youthful" or "Immature," shows the reaction of an
immature believer — much emotion, but no devotion; conviction, but no
commitment.
28. Jesus talked about this in the parable of the sower (Mark 4).
Some hear the Word and spring up quickly, but when the hot sun comes out,
they dry up and wither away because they have no roots.
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Some believers get totally excited when they hear a sermon, or a testimony, or a
concert — but their roots are not grounded in the Word of God.
There is no devotional life, simply an emotional hype.
And when the hard times come — when there's a price to pay to follow Jesus —
like Orpah, they turn away.
Ruth, on the other hand, cleaves to Naomi.
The same remains true today, for, there are those who kiss with emotion — but
others who cleave with devotion.
The Bible indicates that God isn't impressed with how high we jump, but how
straight we walk.
Ruth stayed with Naomi.
Ruth walked the walk.
The name Ruth means friend, companion.
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29. This doesn't mean Oprah is a bad person but it does mean she is no longer in the
narrative of this drama.
Her name never appears again.
There are times when you have to let people go.
Far too often, people cling to some past experience or relationship.
Let them go, they're not part of your story any more.
God brings people into our lives for a reason and sometimes for a season.
Ruth 1:15b-17 ESV
15b return after your sister-in-law.” 16 But Ruth said, “Do not urge me to leave you
or to return from following you. For where you go I will go, and where you lodge I
will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God my God. 17 Where you
die I will die, and there will I be buried. May the Lord do so to me and more also
if anything but death parts me from you.”
"Even if God's hand is against you, Naomi," Ruth said, "the worst God gives is
better than the best the world offers."
What a sentiment expressed by Ruth!
Ruth still saw in a broken, embittered Naomi a spiritual reality that superseded
anything she had seen in Moab.
For you who perhaps have been in Moab recently – be encouraged!
You may be like Naomi — coming back to nothing, and coming back with
nothing.
But, like Ruth saw in Naomi, there will be those who will see your brokenness and
repentance and follow you right into the kingdom.
Why?
Because "good people" usually do not draw sinners.
Naomi realized she herself needed to get back to the Lord — and that is the
person with whom the sinner feels most inclined to travel.
30. If you have been in a place where you know you haven't been what you should
be, or doing what you should do — you still have the opportunity, like Naomi, to
bring someone back with you.
Ruth 1:18-19a ESV
18 And when Naomi saw that she was determined to go with her, she said no
more.
19a So the two of them went on until they came to Bethlehem.
Here we see the backslider returning home and the outsider coming home.
Naomi and Ruth—Jew and Moabite—traveled together to the House of Bread.
Ruth 1:19b ESV
19b And when they came to Bethlehem, the whole town was stirred because of
them. And the women said, “Is this Naomi?”
The Plan of Hope & Salvation
John 3:16 ESV
16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes
in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
John 14:6 ESV
6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to
the Father except through me.”
Romans 3:23 ESV
23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,
Romans 6:23a ESV
23a For the wages of sin is death,
Death in this life (the first death) is 100%.
Even Jesus, the one who doesn’t deserve death, died in this life to pay the
penalty for our sins.
The death referred to in Romans 6:23a is the second death explained in
Revelation 21:8.
Revelation 21:8 ESV
8 “But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the
sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their portion will be in the
lake that burns with fire and sulfur, which is the second death.”
31. Romans 6:23b ESV
23b but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 5:8 ESV
8 but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for
us.
Revelation 21:7 ESV
7 "The one who conquers will have this heritage, and I will be his God and he will
be my son.”
Romans 10:9-10 explains to us how to be conquerors.
Romans 10:9-10 ESV
9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your
heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart
one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved.
Romans 10:13 ESV
13 For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
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