What melts away bitterness? A super-abundance of God's grace.

n a time of widespread unfaithfulness, Ruth and Boaz stand out as beacons of light, demonstrating what it means to trust in God and to extend kindness beyond what is required.

God orchestrated his world so that faithfulness offers peace, joy, and hope as a blessing regardless of what's happening to and around us.

Like Ruth, we endeavor to faithfully use what God has given us, no matter how small it may seem.

Following God isn't about playing it safe or maintaining the status quo. It's about being willing to leave everything behind for the sake of his kingdom.

Growth in Christlikeness will involve patience and endurance in trials.

Contentment and gratitude are not mere abstract ideals, but tangible fruits of the gospel working in our lives.

The secret to contentment is the same in times of want and in times of plenty: Christ. When we can fully desire the will of God, we can be fully content.

Is contentment something we manufacture within ourselves and press into service by our strength? Or is it a condition that comes to us from the grace of life with God?

Paul's closing thoughts, final instructions, and parting remarks for the Corinthians are far from "throw away" verses.