Ruth
A Journey of Loss and Hope
Ruth 1: 1-5
Loss
- The problem of personal rebellion.
- Judges 21: 25
- The problem of famine in the land.
- The problem of personal hunger.
- The problem of an objectionable move.
- The problem of painful grief.
- The problem of total despair.
Hope
- God often leads by hard providences.
God Moves In a Mysterious Way
William Cowper
God moves in a mysterious way
His wonders to perform
He plants His footsteps in the sea
And rides upon the storm
Deep in unsearchable mines
Of never-failing skill
He treasures up His bright designs
And works His sovereign will
And ye fearful saints, fresh courage take
The clouds you so much dread
Are big with mercy and shall break
In blessings, yeah, in blessings
And in blessings on your head
Judge not the Lord by feeble sense
But trust Him for His grace
Behind a frowning providence
He hides a smiling face
- Ruth 1:6
- Ruth 4: 13
