The Bible is filled with the accounts of many peoples’ lives who followed God faithfully and didn’t quit. We can find encouragement from reading those biblical accounts. But there is One who stands out above all and that is Jesus Christ, Himself. As we strive to follow the Lord’s plan for our lives, we often face difficulties and even suffering in our lives. The writer of the book of Hebrews encouraged his audience and us to look to Jesus who faithfully followed the will of His Father all the way to and through the cross. Jesus won the victory and we can, too, as we remain faithful to God. 

The Scrap Iron Quartet takes the lead in worship this morning, followed by exciting testimonies of how God has used the Gideons International Ministry worldwide to bring people to Himself.

In Ruth 4, Boaz selflessly redeems Naomi’s land and marries Ruth, securing their future and showing loyal love beyond obligation. God blesses their union with a son, Obed, grandfather of King David. The passage highlights God’s providence, faithfulness, and ability to use ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary plans, rewarding sacrificial love with blessings that reach far beyond their lifetime.

In Ruth 3, God’s loyal love shines through Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz as they selflessly seek the good of others. Naomi courageously devises a plan for Ruth’s future security. Ruth boldly approaches Boaz, asking him to be her redeemer. Boaz responds with integrity, honoring God’s law even when it means waiting. Each act of sacrificial love in this morally dark time becomes a beacon of God’s grace. Their character and obedience invite God’s blessings and foreshadow Christ’s redeeming love. The message: When we love God and others with loyal devotion, God moves powerfully. Even when life feels uncertain, God is writing a redemptive story through our faithfulness, kindness, and trust in His timing.

In Ruth 2, God’s providence shines through what seems like coincidence. Ruth faithfully steps out to gather food and “just so happens” to end up in Boaz’s field—a man positioned by God to bless her. Boaz shows unexpected kindness, revealing God’s grace in action. This chapter reminds us to trust the Lord, obey today, and believe He’s working behind the scenes for our good. When we walk by faith, God directs our paths. (Proverbs 3:5–6) 

In Ruth 1, Naomi faces devastating loss, yet God’s sovereignty and grace are already at work. Through Ruth’s bold faith and loyalty, we see a powerful picture of God's providence—turning pain into purpose. Even when life feels empty, we are called to wait on the Lord and trust that He is working all things together for our good.

Team members shared testimony and reflections on their recent mission trip to Honduras. They spoke of encouraging local believers, witnessing passionate worship, and forming deep relationships. The team was especially moved by the generosity and faith of the Honduran people. Ministry efforts included children’s programs, a work project at a church on the Island of Amapala, worship services, women’s Bible studies on Esther, and a pastors’ conference . The central theme: coming alongside Honduran believers in unity, love, and shared faith.

Daniel is one of the outstanding examples in the Bible of a faithful follower of the Lord. When he was a teenager, his people in the land of Judah were defeated by the Babylonians and Daniel, along with others, was taken to Babylon to serve King Nebuchadnezzar. Throughout his life, from one king to the next, Daniel remained faithful to the Lord in spite of the opposition he faced. The biblical account of Daniel being thrown in the lions’ den is a great picture of God’s deliverance of His faithful servant. Daniel’s example encourages us not to quit when we face opposition for our commitment to Christ.

Daniel is one of the outstanding examples in the Bible of a faithful follower of the Lord. When he was a teenager, his people in the land of Judah were defeated by the Babylonians and Daniel, along with others, was taken to Babylon to serve King Nebuchadnezzar. Throughout his life, from one king to the next, Daniel remained faithful to the Lord in spite of the opposition he faced. The biblical account of Daniel being thrown in the lions’ den is a great picture of God’s deliverance of His faithful servant. Daniel’s example encourages us not to quit when we face opposition for our commitment to Christ.

Have you ever had an experience in life where you just wanted to quit? Life gets hard, a relationship turns hurtful, your job drains the life out of you? Throw in the towel, bail out, adios, I’m gone. What do we do when we feel this way in our walk with Christ? How do we keep going when we feel like quitting? The bible is filled with accounts of peoples’ lives who had these kind of experiences but persevered and kept following the Lord. In this series we’re going to examine the experiences of real people who had real experiences that challenged their commitment to God. What can we learn from these faithful followers about not quitting when life gets hard?