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Seeing the Unseen God
Book of Ruth
Though unseen, God longs for us to "see" both His sovereignty and goodness in our daily lives. He invites us to enter into Ruth's short story so that we can discover His good and strong hand in our long story. Even though Ruth's story takes place in a dark time of moral collapse, national disunity and foreign oppression; the light of God's redemption for those who trust Him, shines bright.
1. See God in Our Suffering
Steve King, Senior Pastor, Cherrydale Baptist Church
03/01/09
Ruth 1
Twenty two short verses summarize ten plus years of a family's life; famine, multiple deaths, infertility and widowhood and form a backdrop for a dramatic conversion, loyal love, safe travel, abundant harvest and a welcoming community. Discover how to rest in God's sovereignty and goodness in the midst of your suffering.
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2. Seeing God in our "Luck"
Steve King, Senior Pastor, Cherrydale Baptist Church
03/08/09
Ruth 2
What bad "luck" Ruth seemed to have; a foreigner in an segregated society, a women in a man's world, a widow in a family culture, and a day laborer dependent on handouts. Yet God worked through her faith expressed in initiative, industry, loyalty and humility to provide for her every need. Discover how to rest in God's "good providence" in spite of your "bad luck".
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3. Seeing God in Our Blessings
Steve King, Senior Pastor, Cherrydale Baptist Church
03/15/09
Ruth 2:14-23
Boaz's heart went out to Ruth; he provided her lunch, extra gleaning through the harvest, and protection. Ruth worked hard, shared generously and cared for her mother-in-law, Naomi. Naomi recognized God's hand behind the provisions. Discover how to recognize God's blessing your everyday life.
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4. Seeing God in Our Risk
Steve King, Senior Pastor, Cherrydale Baptist Church
03/22/09
Ruth 3
Ruth risked being misunderstood, publicly shamed and rejected. Yet her faith in God, Naomi's wisdom and Boaz's character pushed her forward. Her risky faith laid the groundwork for a great reward. Discover how to take rewarding faith steps with God.
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5. Seeing God in our Shrewdness
Steve King, Senior Pastor, Cherrydale Baptist Church
03/29/09
Ruth 4:1-12
God honored Boaz's thorough preparation and wise negotiation to become Ruth and Naomi's kinsman-redeemer. Discover how "God's shrewdness", in Christ, provides for our salvation.
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6. Seeing God in our Redemption
Steve King, Senior Pastor, Cherrydale Baptist Church
04/05/09
Ruth 4:13-22
Boaz takes Ruth as his wife and their first child, Obed, is born. Discover how this ancient story points to Jesus, our great Redeemer, who is eventually born through the line of this godly couple.
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