Ruth 1Pastor Alan DionsonJanuary 24, 2021
Introduction:
1. The unique way God works
2. The underrated way how God works
A. THE PURPOSE OF GOD
1. The purpose of God is autonomous (Ephesians 1:11; Esther 4:14)
2. The purpose of God is absolute (Job 42:2)
3. The purpose of God is active (Colossians 1:16-17; Psalm 138:8)
B. THE PROVIDENCE OF GOD
1. Theological Basis “Providence is the continued exercise of divine energy for the purpose of preservation, operation and direction of God’s purpose.”
2. Biblical Basis (Job 38:33; Psalm 22:28; Psalm 139; Psalm 75:6-7; Proverbs 16:9; Matthew 6:8; Isaiah 45:5)
C. THE PROCESS OF THE PROVIDENCE OF GOD
1. The imperfect situation (Ruth 1:1)
2. The imperfect people (Ruth 1:2-5)
3. The perfect plan of God
• Surrender (Ruth 1:16-17)
• Service (Ruth 1:19,22)
• Success (Ruth 4:9,13-14)
Conclusion:
