One of our biggest desires, which we see especially at this time of year, is the desire for rest. Here we see how Boaz pictures Jesus by providing rest - but also ways in which Boaz is a contrast with our ultimate Redeemer | Ruth 3
Divine providence and human initiative
One of the key themes in the book of Ruth is God's providence - but does that mean the human characters do nothing? | Ruth 3
Kindness to the living and the dead
Sometimes God’s people can forget that he is kind because their experience of life doesn’t seem to match up. But here we see the transformation that takes place when we realise he hasn’t abandoned us after all! | Ruth 2:17-23
A foretaste of blessing
In God's providence Ruth meets a Redeemer who provides safety, freedom from shame and a seat at his table | Ruth 2:1-16
A Tale of Two Girls
The story of a surprising conversion | Ruth 1:7-22
Coming back to God
The book of Ruth is about Redemption - and it starts by showing us the need for redemption | Ruth 1:1-6
A silent God worse than death
What is your greatest fear? | Psalm 28
A terrible 'yes' and a loving 'no'
The destructiveness of sin and the transforming power of Jesus | Mark 5:1-20
Confidence in a Crisis
What if the worst case scenario actually happens? | Psalm 27
The Power of Jesus and the Call for Faith
Jesus heals two people who are beyond all human hope - but he's more than a miracle worker | Mark 5:21-43