Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Ruth 2:14

If you’re disillusioned with church, hunger for more than dry religion, or simply want to draw closer to Jesus, this plan is for you. Growing up a pastor's kid, Emily Wierenga battled anorexia. Longing to encounter Jesus, she unexpectedly found Him while traveling in Africa. She now offers Him to you. Pull up a chair at the table. Taste and eat this God who became bread. You’ll never hunger again.

You are never more like Jesus than when you cross cultures to serve others. That is because Jesus crossed the greatest cultural gulf ever when He voluntarily left His heavenly throne and took on human form to meet our greatest need. During His season on earth, Jesus made a point of crossing borders with His disciples to serve people of other cultures. Before leaving earth He instructed His followers to go and disciple all peoples. This study is designed especially for those on short-term trips across cultural boundaries. Commit to framing each day with Scripture and spending regular time with your Redeemer. Observe the people you have come to serve—and those who are already there serving for the long term. Trust your Redeemer to work in you and through you on this trip. You are going to have an amazing journey!

In recent years, the number of refugees around the world has risen to 25.9 million and continues to grow daily. This is a daunting number representing millions of souls looking for respite and relief from situations many of us can hardly imagine. Among these refugees, many have never had the opportunity to hear the gospel. How do we, as Christians, respond to this global crisis?

The story of Ruth and her mother-in-law, Naomi, is one of love, hope and redemption. Through a series of challenging circumstances, these women found the need to relocate to a faraway land. This story is one repeating itself throughout the world today. Whether we are the ones on the move or those welcoming new neighbors, how will we allow God’s providence to work in our lives and those around us?

Unemployment can challenge us spiritually, physically, mentally and emotionally. This 7-day plan will help you seek God in the midst of the difficulties of unemployment.

The Bible begins with, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was formless and empty.” But clearly, that was not a problem for God. He merely spoke and the emptiness was filled with life, beauty, and purpose. This gives us hope that God will do his best work in the emptiness of our own lives. Let’s pray and ask him to fill up our emptiness.

Ruth is the story of a brave and humble woman. It is also the story of death, immigration, poverty, bitterness, and loneliness. Through it all the sovereignty of God brings about His purposes as He moves the narrative from death to life, barrenness to fruitfulness, cursing to blessing, bitterness to worship, loneliness to community, and frustration to answered prayer. In the end, Ruth and her story point us to Jesus.

Sometimes what we need to grow in our relationships isn't the right answers, but the right questions. This Bible plan walks you through 7 essential questions that will help you grow in your relationship with God and others.

Are you struggling with loneliness? Being lonely can detrimentally impact your physical and mental health, wreaking havoc on everything it touches. It’s easy to slowly succumb to the impacts of feeling disconnected and isolated. This 7-day plan will bring you through an interactive journey of unpacking loneliness while awakening your heart through a new look at the story of Ruth and the beautiful reminder of God’s Word. You’re never alone.

Do you ever wish you could have a do-over? Are you looking for an opportunity to start fresh and create a new trajectory for your life? If so, then the Book of Ruth is a story for you. Over the next 7 days, we’ll explore this incredibly honest and inspiring story of two women who overcame incredible tragedy and changed the story of God’s people forever.