Morning: The sermon, "Seeing the Bigger Picture," focused on Ruth 4:13-22. This passage relates the birth of Ruth's son, Obed. Through this passage, we are reminded of the coming Messiah, and the hope of redemption.
Here are some principles we can draw from this passage:
There is a purpose in your pain. We must remember no suffering is meaningless.
God has not left you without a redeemer. Ruth had Boaz. Naomi had Obed. You have Jesus.
Recognize how God has blessed you. Ruth was "better than seven sons"!
Humility is a mark of greatness. Ruth is able to fade into the background.
Share you children. It was said, "Naomi has a son."
Consider adoption. Ruth adopted Naomi. Naomi took Obed as her own. Through Jesus, the Father has adopted us into his family.
You are part of a story much bigger than you. You are part of God's redemptive story.
What do we do with these principles?
1. Allow Naomi's and Ruth's stories to remind you of God's sovereignty and faithfulness.
2. Remember those struggling with infertility and grief.
3. Bless your children with a godly upbringing.
4. Train your child to bless the world.
5. Tell others about the Redeemer--make his name great among the nations.
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