PASTOR'S CORNER

  Ruth 2:17-23   There is something we see here in the closing of chapter two that is overlooked by many in the church when tragedy strikes.  And that is God’s goodness softening the heart of someone who is bitter, confused, angry and broken.  See, it’s hard to see goodness in anything when life is throwing you so many curve balls.  Its so much harder to see God’s goodness  in the dark valleys?  It’s hard because the goodness of God is not based on circumstances or our emotions; it resides in the character of our Holy God.  It resides in the safety and assurance of His ultimate will, despite our limited earthly understanding.  That grasp of God’s firm love that can never let us go should, in turn, cause this goodness to overflow within us.   That is why Paul labels it a “Fruit of the Spirit.” Gal 5:22.  Jesus said the same thing about God’s goodness shining through you.   “In the same way, let your light shine...

  Ruth 2:4-23 God is a God of perfect timing. God’s timing is perfect in knowledge and He knows our Past, Present, and Future. God’s timing is perfect and always on time; and He is never late or early. God’s timing helps us grow in faith in every circumstance. God’s timing ensures that His will is done, not ours. God’s timing allows us to see His faithfulness. God’s timing is not limited by human constraints or expectations. God’s timing is a reflection of His love and His holy character. God’s timing leads to the best outcomes.   They came to the “House of Bread” right when the grain was perfect for harvesting.   Same is true in our redemption, God draws sinner to Himself with the gift of a faith, and this faith is what we act upon because our faith is not in something…. but in someone, Jesus Christ.  See, God’s timing helps us recognize  His grace. Why?     God is the source of grace ...........“But may the God of all grace...