Blessings TRUTHseekers, we are back with part Fourteen of Knowing Your Identity. In this episode we are going to finish looking at the life of Judah & Tamar and see how God responded to their messy situation? What was God's final judgment concerning this matter? Remember... God looks at the motives and heart postures of men. What was Judah's & Tamar's motives of why they did what they did? What about you and your choices... What is God seeing concerning your heart posture? Are your motives pure before the Lord? God is always watching and listening to EVERYTHING, ready to make wrong things right for All parties involved!!!

Scriptures:

*Genesis 38:12-30

*Matthew 1:3

Meditate on these 3 Identity Scriptures:

32. I will be ashamed of nothing; with boldness, Christ will be magnified. (Philippians 1:20)

33. I am free from the power of sin and I am a servant of righteousness. (Romans 6:18)

34. I am a sweet aroma manifesting the presence of God wherever I go. (II Corinthians 2:14)

35. God foreknew me (Romans 8:29)

Let's Talk About It... Your truth... My truth... THE TRUTH!

Blessings TRUTHseekers, we are back with part Thirteen of Knowing Your Identity. In this episode we are going to look at the life of Judah & Tamar and answer the questions... How does God respond to a messy situation? What will be the final judgment of God concerning this matter? As we read through Genesis 38, let's look at the motives and heart postures of men. What was Judah's & Tamar's motives of why they did what they did? What about you and your choices... What is the motive of your heart and why are you doing what you are doing? God is always watching and listening to EVERYTHING, ready to make wrong things right!!!

Scriptures:

*Genesis 37:22-36

*Genesis 38:1-12

*Deuteronomy 25:5-10

Meditate on these 3 Identity Scriptures:

29. I am crucified with Christ and the life I now live is His. (Galatians 2:20)

30. I am Chosen by God to be Holy and Blameless. (Ephesians 1:4)

31. I am able to walk boldly into Christ presence. (Ephesians 3:12)

Let's Talk About It... Your truth... My truth... THE TRUTH!

Blessings TRUTHseekers, we are back with part Eleven of Knowing Your Identity. In this episode we are going to look at the life of Judah & Tamar and answer the question... How does God respond to a messy situation? What will be the final judgment of God concerning this matter? Before we get into their life story, let's look at the history of Judah's lineage. Who was Judah and where does he fit in when it comes to the 12 tribes of Israel? What was Jacob's prophetic word spoken over every tribe before he died? (Genesis 49)

Scriptures:

*Genesis 49:10

Homework:

1. Read the story of Judah & Tamar. How does Tamar's story point us to Jesus? Does God work through people and their messiness to bring about God's will for Redemption? Is there HOPE for us as sinners? How has God worked through your own life and family? (Genesis 38:1-30)

Let's Talk About It... Your truth... My truth... THE TRUTH!

Blessings TRUTHseekers, we are back with part Ten of Knowing Your Identity. In this episode Boaz has found Ruth at his feet on the threshing floor revealing her heart for him. She has listened to Naomi's instructions and followed them completely... leaving no chance for error. Her covenant loyalty to God and Naomi has granted her Favor & Kindness from God and her hearts desires being met. She is trusting the process without hesitation or complaints. We also are able to take a closer look into the life of Boaz and see that he is called a Kinsman Redeemer which is a male relative who at his own expense, helps a weaker relative in need or danger. He avenges, delivers, rescues, and in many cases, redeems property. Boaz understood Naomi and Ruth's dilemma and took responsibility of a redeemer for Ruth so that Elimelech's family would not be blotted out amongst his people. Boaz showed great integrity when he did not to lie, cheat or cut corners when it came to explaining to Ruth that he was not the oldest kinsman redeemer... but the second in line. He would have to give him the opportunity first to redeem them as was the law. If the oldest kinsman redeemer rejected the claim, Boaz would be next in line and that's just what happened. Boaz was able to take Ruth as his wife (a Jew & a Gentile) and the Royal lineage continues!!! This story paints the picture of how Adam rejected the plans of God in the Garden subjecting all humanity to death but Jesus came as our kinsman Redeemer to avenge, rescue and deliver us back to Father and restore eternal life... our original state before sin through the shedding of His blood on Calvary so that we are not blotted out of eternity in heaven. Our Kinsman Redeemer Jesus, did not rest until the matter had been FINISHED!!!

Naomi, Ruth & Boaz's choices reveal to us that God's plans will always bring a greater outcome than our own! God made their names Great throughout history, blessings upon blessings were spoken over them, each one of their heart desires were fulfilled, provision overflowed continually and God's name was glorified!!! As we ponder on this story... ask yourself... Does what you want supersede what God wants?

Remember, you will never leave the Presence of God empty handed... God's plans are long term and He will use those who make the right choices to follow His plans!!!

Scriptures:

*Ruth 3:14-18

*Ruth 4:1-22

*Genesis 49:10

*Hebrews 1:8-9

*Psalm 45:6-7

*Revelation 2:27

*Matthew 27:27-31

Homework:

1. Read the story of Judah & Tamar. How does Tamar's story point us to Jesus? Does God work through people and their messiness to bring about God's will for Redemption? Is there HOPE for us as sinners? How has God worked through your own life and family? (Genesis 38:1-30)

2. What was the prophetic word spoken by Jacob over every tribe of Israel before he died? (Genesis 49)

Let's Talk About It... Your truth... My truth... THE TRUTH!

Blessings TRUTHseekers, we are back with part nine of Knowing Your Identity. In this episode Naomi and Ruth return to Bethlehem, also known as The House of Bread, after loosing everything in Moab. Naomi's faith is slowly being restored because of Ruth's covenant Love and God's faithfulness to His covenant promise to His people. We will examine God's & Ruth's loyalty to Naomi and Naomi's loss. Loyalty is defined as a strong feeling of support or allegiance. Loyalty implies a faithfulness that is steadfast in the face of any temptation to renounce, desert or betray. Are you loyal to God like Ruth was loyal to Naomi? What was God's plan for these two women? What is His plan for you? How is Jesus' life intertwined in that plan? Remember, God's plans are long term and He will use those who make the right choices to follow His plans!!!

Scriptures:

*Jeremiah 29:11

*Mark 8:36

*Colossians 3:2

*Deuteronomy 25:5-10

*Ruth 2:1-23

*Ruth 3:1-13

Meditate on these 3 Identity Scriptures:

19. I Can Speak The Truth In Love

Ephesians 4:15

20. I Have Been Renewed In The Spirit Of My Mind

Ephesians 4:23

21. I Can Rejoice In The Lord Always

Philippians 4:4

Homework:

1. Examine and meditate on the encounter of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. What are the similarities between Boaz & Ruth encounter to Jesus & the Samaritan woman encounter? (John 4:4-42)

Let's Talk About It... Your truth... My truth... THE TRUTH!

Blessings TRUTHseekers, we are back with part eight of Knowing Your Identity. In this episode we will continue looking into the lives of Naomi, Ruth and Oprah's story and why these women were mentioned in the Bible. What did their Identity look like? How are they a part of Jesus' story? The story of Ruth takes place during the time of the judges, after they entered Canaan but before they received their first king. It is interesting to note that the Book of Ruth was written after David became king found in Ruth 4:17-22... something to keep in mind as we continue on this journey of Identity. Let's look at how Naomi saw herself and what was her response to the situation she encounters. What about Ruth and Orpah's response to Naomi's command to go back? Their choices shaped their lives. Examine your responses and choices to see if it has caused you to move forward in the plans of God or continue in cycles never fulfilling God's perfect plan for your life. Your response matters to God!!!

Scriptures:

*Ruth 1:15-22

*Ruth 2:1-14

Meditate on these 3 Identity Scriptures:

16. I Am Confident that All Things Work Together fo Good

Romans 8:28

17. I Have Redemption Through His Blood

Ephesians 1:7

18. My Eyes Have Been Enlightened

Ephesians 1:18

Let's Talk About It... Your truth... My truth... THE TRUTH!