Category: Bible Study
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The Exceeding Bitterness of Life
This passage from Ruth 1:10-13 depicts a heart-wrenching farewell between Naomi and her daughters-in-law, Ruth and Orpah. Naomi urges them to return to their families to remarry and start a new life, as they are childless widows. She expresses bitterness and blames the hand of the Lord for her hardships. This narrative challenges us to…
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A Poor Widow Returns Home
This passage from Ruth 1:6-9 reveals Naomi’s decision to return to Judah with her daughters-in-law, but then urging them to return to Moab. It reflects God’s care for His people and Naomi’s selflessness toward Orpah and Ruth. The passage prompts reflection on God’s loving care, the call to return to Him, and our response to…
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A Destitute Widow in a Foreign Land
This passage from Ruth 1:2-5 tells the story of Elimelech and his family leaving Bethlehem to live in Moab due to famine. Despite difficult circumstances, they disobey God’s command, leading to tragedies. The passage challenges us to consider our obedience to God in difficult times and to rely on Jesus for victory over sin.
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A Man of Bethlehem Flees From Famine
During the time of the Judges in Israel, a famine drove a man from Bethlehem to Moab with his family. This decision to leave the promised land indicates a departure from God’s guidance. Through this narrative, we learn the importance of abiding in Christ even in difficult times, and the consequences of turning to other…
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Jesus Heals A Man’s Dying Son
A government official urgently sought Jesus to heal his dying son. Jesus assured the official that his son would live. The man believed and later learned that his son recovered at the exact time Jesus spoke. This sign deepened the official’s faith in Jesus, emphasizing the importance of trusting Jesus’ words over seeking external signs.
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A Distressed Father Seeks Jesus
In John 4:46b-48, a government official from Capernaum seeks Jesus’ help for his dying son. Jesus challenges the man’s belief based on miracles. This passage highlights people seeking Jesus for their needs, irrespective of social status. It emphasizes the need to love and trust Jesus for who He is, not just for His gifts.
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Jesus Returns To Palestine
Jesus traveled to Galilee, where the people welcomed Him, having seen His actions in Jerusalem. Despite the belief that a prophet receives no honor in his hometown, the Galileans greeted Him. This shows the complexity of familiarity and honor. The passage urges believers to honor Jesus as the Son of God, not just a teacher…
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Jesus Is The Savior Of The World
A study of John 4:39–42 “Many Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony, “He told me all that I ever did.” So when the Samaritans came to him, they asked him to stay with them, and he stayed there two days. And many more believed because of his word. They…
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“One Sows and Another Reaps”
In John 4:35–38, Jesus urges his disciples to recognize the readiness of the spiritual harvest. He emphasizes the shared roles of sowing and reaping in God’s work, emphasizing the eternal significance of the labor. Believers are called to join in this work with joy, knowing that every role is crucial and will be rewarded.
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My Food Is Doing God’s Will
In this passage, Jesus tells his disciples that his true sustenance comes from doing the will of God and accomplishing His work, surpassing the importance of physical nourishment. This challenges us to prioritize spiritual needs over physical desires, finding satisfaction in serving God and extending love and care to others.
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