After telling his disciples that they should love one another, Jesus began preparing them in John 15:18-16:11 to be hated by the world. Even so, he sent them out to be witnesses for him, but not on their own. He also promised to send the Holy Spirit to be the witness who would convince the world about the truth of the gospel.
"Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life."
In Ruth 4, we come to the conclusion of the story of Ruth. However, the author has several surprises in store for us readers...
While attending a meal with religious leaders in Luke 14:1-24, Jesus broke with social norms and caused multiple disruptions. His goal was not to...