In Chapter 3 of Ruth, we see Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz, each in their own way, pursuing redemption for a lost family. We are reminded of Christ's active pursuit of us, and our active response to Him.
Read Ruth 3:1-18
The Gift of Leadership
Leadership in the church is a gift of the risen Christ. It is part of the way that He rules His people. Church leaders are to reflect the character of Christ in the way they lead.
Read Acts 20:25-31, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 & 1 Peter 5:1-4 (Text: Romans 12:8)
The Love of God for a Perishing World
In this passage we are taught that outside of God's salvation we are rebels against God and we will perish. The greatness of God's love is seen in the fact that He loved such a sinful world and that he made the greatest possible sacrifice - in giving His one and only Son.
Read John 3:1-22 (Text: 16-18)
Warn Him as a Brother
How do we interact with those who are under the discipline of Christ's Church?
Boldness in Judgment
A look at how perfect love casts out fear, the significance of a just judge and the power of the cross in light of Him.
Read 1 John 4:7-19
The Gift of Exhortation and Encouragement
This gift is important both for leaders and others in the church because we need one another to grow as Christians.
Jesus' Teaching about Salvation
In this passage Jesus teaches Nicodemus about salvation - what it is and how to receive it.
Read John 3:1-15
Resolve to Read the Bible Daily
If you make one resolution at the beginning of this year, take time each day and commit to reading the Bible. Four benefits are presented from the passage.
Read 2 Timothy 3:14-17
El Shaddai
Read Genesis 17:1-27
The Covenant Nurture of our Children
Read Deuteronomy 4:1-14