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Ruth 1:8-9 — Menuchah: The Rest Only God Can Give: Studies from the Book of Ruth, Part 5

by Alan Smith | Apr 15, 2026 | Faith Over Fear, Hope in Christ, Rest, Rest in Jesus, Spiritual Rest, Studies on the Book of Ruth, The Book of Ruth

Some exhaustion runs deeper than sleep. God offers menuchah—a settled, secure rest for your soul that circumstances alone can’t provide.

Ruth 1:2 – Elimelech: My God is King: Studies on the Book of Ruth, Part 2

by Alan Smith | Apr 10, 2026 | Bible Study, Christian Living, Faith Over Fear, God Is King, Grace, Providence, Provision, Studies on the Book of Ruth, The Book of Ruth

Elimelech’s name means “My God is King,” yet he fled to Moab when famine struck. His story reveals the quiet tension between what we profess and how we react to scarcity, reminding us that God’s sovereignty remains even when our trust falters.

Asking God Questions

by Kari Vo | Apr 8, 2026 | Doubt, Faith Over Fear, Hope, Hope in Christ, Trust

We all have “why” questions for God. Why the illness? Why the delay? Why this prayer and not that one? Like Thomas, we often think we need explanations to move forward. But as Dr. Kari Vo explores, sometimes the answer isn’t a reason—it’s a Person. When Thomas finally stood face-to-face with the risen Christ, the questions didn’t matter anymore.

Human Wisdom—And God’s

by Kari Vo | Apr 6, 2026 | Faith Journey, Faith Over Fear, Holy Spirit, Knowing God, Trust

Wisdom can guide us, but only the Holy Spirit leads us to trust Jesus. When understanding falls short, faith carries us forward.

Moving Out: Lenten Devotions 2026

by Kari Vo | Apr 5, 2026 | Easter, Faith Over Fear, Lenten Devotions, Peace, Presence

The walls are closing in, the doors are locked, and fear has taken hold—until Jesus appears. See how the story of the upper room moves from isolation to a global mission of peace, proving that no door is too heavy to keep the Savior away.