Tag: God
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A Grieving Widow Returns Home Humbled and Empty-Handed
Naomi and Ruth arrived in Bethlehem, stirring excitement among the townspeople who recognized Naomi. Despite the warm welcome, Naomi felt bitter and empty, blaming Yahweh for her misfortune. She urged Ruth to return to Moab, but Ruth committed to stay with her. The passage challenges us to evaluate whether we value God above all and…
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As I Am Now
This poem speaks of the transformation and hope brought by Jesus Christ. Despite the decay of the physical body, belief in Him promises a new body and a life beyond death. Trust in Him results in spiritual growth, and one day, those who believe in Him will experience a complete redemption and eternal life.
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Lord Please Help Me
This prayerful poem seeks the Lord Jesus’ help to overcome pride and sin, recognizing the need for humility and selflessness. It praises the Lord Jesus as a warrior and acknowledges the power of His grace and redemption to overcome human failings. The speaker asks for guidance to love and serve others and declares gratitude for…
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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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We’re Not Dying, We’re Marching
This poem reflects a Christian perspective on facing suffering and death with faith in Jesus. It emphasizes following Jesus, denying oneself, and finding hope in the midst of trials. It encourages focusing on Jesus and relying on His promise of peace in the struggle, culminating in the belief in an eternal home with Him in…
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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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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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How Long Oh Lord?
This poem expresses longing for God’s intervention to end wickedness and suffering, heralding a future return of Jesus Christ to establish his kingdom. It depicts a world marred by corruption, violence, and struggle, while anticipating the arrival of peace and restoration. The poet implores for strength to endure until that time and to spread the…
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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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