This chapters narrative leads us to reflect on the shelter and rest that God provides underneath his powerful wings. We are encouraged to continue bringing ourselves to this place for comfort, security and spiritual refreshment. God does this for us because his covenant to his people is one of everlasting love.
Author: Duncan Sills (Duncan Sills)
The Favour of God | Ruth 2
We can trust fully as children of God that he abundantly pours out his favour and blessing on us. God does this in his mercy and grace.
Grief and Repentance | Ruth 1
The first chapter of Ruth see’s Naomi experience much grief. Yet, in spite of this and Naomi’s running away, we see God’s mercy and grace displayed. We also see the amazing conversion of her daughter-in-law Ruth.
Growing Through Different Seasons | Ecclesiastes 3
Throughout our lives we will encounter many different seasons. God encourages us to see his sovereign hand in each of these and to grow in him whilst we experience them.
The Zeal & Suffering of God’s Anointed | Psalm 69
This authentic Psalm expresses David’s suffering and request for judgement on his enemies. We are reminded that there is a righteous punishment for sin. However, this Psalm points towards Jesus Christ who suffered in our place to atone for our sins for all who believe in him. We should be encouraged to be real with...
The LORD is my Light | Psalm 27
Since God is our light, salvation and the strength of our lives, we need not fear and we must seek the Lord above all else.
Everything for Christ in All Things | Colossians 3 v 17 – 4 v 18
Let us rejoice that Jesus gave up everything for us. Therefore, as recipients of this grace and perfect example, we through the power of the Spirit can be encouraged & equipped to give everything in our faithful service to him.
Life Transforming Implications of Union with Christ | Colossians 3 v 1-17
Since we have Union with Christ through his amazing grace, we are transformed by the Holy Spirit dwelling in us daily to be more like Jesus. This allows us through God’s power to put off sinful behaviours and put on holy behaviours.
Do Not Taste! Do Not Touch! | Colossians 2 v 16-23
These verses expose the futility of legalism, the idea that we are made right with God through obedience to the law. Instead we are righteous before God because of his amazing grace and mercy. Therefore, as children of God we pray we are kept from slipping into legalism, and instead grow in maturity by focusing...
The Christian Life | Colossians 2 v 1-15
Since Jesus is the most precious jewel & our greatest treasure we are called to life lives worthy of the manner of our calling. We do this through resurrection power supplied to us by the in dwelling Holy Spirit.