Finding Hope When Life Falls Apart | Plot Twist - Week 1 | Ruth

Context: When everything falls apart. 
  • Historical setting: The dark days of the Judges (1:1)  
  • Geographical Significance: From bread to emptiness (1:1-2)  
  • Cultural Contrast: Running to the dark side (1:1-5).  
 
3 Truths to Remember When Life Falls Apart 

1. Sometimes life leaves us with no good options (:1-13)  
 
Big idea: when life falls apart, remember it’s only chapter 1!  

2. The only way forward is coming back to God (:7)  
3. Spiritual friendship is a key ingredient to faith (:14-22)  
 
Intentional Friend. I partner with God to build healthy relationships and restore broken ones. 
 
Next steps  
  • Come back for the whole series 
  • Practice the CARE Tool.  
  • C - Connect: Give time and presence  
  • A - Assist: Offer a helping hand  
  • R - Remember: Provide meaningful gifts and acknowledge important moments  
  • E - Encourage: Speak words that build others up.  
 
This Week: Focus on "C" – Connect with someone who is in their own “chapter 1.”  
 
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Finding Hope When Life Falls Apart | Plot Twist - Week 1 | Ruth
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