About this episode

The episode explores the difficult choices faced by Elimelech and the lessons learned from Naomi and Ruth's story during times of hardship.

In the opening message of our new series through Ruth, we look at the difficult decision Elimelech made to leave Bethlehem in search of something better — a choice that ultimately led his family into loss and hardship. Through Naomi and Ruth’s story, we’re faced with a powerful question: what do you do when the place God called you to feels empty, and somewhere else looks more promising? This message encourages us to stay rooted, move with wisdom, seek God in prayer, and lead with honor in e...

People in this episode

Host: Pastor Jon

Topics covered

• decision making
• faith
• loss
• family
• spiritual guidance

Keywords

• Ruth
• Bethlehem
• faith
• decision
• spirituality
• loss
• guidance

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