Mary heard news that was incredible—she was to give birth to the Hope of Israel, the Messiah. God also blessed her with faith to believe his promise. Our faith is a gift from God to cultivate and cherish.
Samson let his strength get to his head (or his hair!). Yet, when presented the opportunity, he served God and Israel by sacrificing himself. We strive to put God and others before ourselves.
God directed events in the lives of Ruth and Boaz to bring them together. He gave them the added blessing of a child who became an ancestor of Jesus. God directs people into our lives at the right time too.
God directed Noah to build an ark with no water in sight. Noah took on this engineering feat because he trusted God. We trust where God leads our lives.
God was behind Esther’s rise to queen of Persia. He saved his people through her. God directs our lives to give us opportunities to serve him and others.
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Weekly sermons from the campus ministry of Wisconsin Lutheran Chapel in Madison, Wisconsin (USA)