Elder Chris Crouse – My Servant
The Pharisees conspired against Jesus, but He withdrew from them because His time had not yet come. The people then followed Him, and He healed them all, instructing them not…
The Pharisees conspired against Jesus, but He withdrew from them because His time had not yet come. The people then followed Him, and He healed them all, instructing them not…
In the New Testament, we see that Jesus confirmed, supported, and reinforced the word of God—never questioning it. He referred to scriptures such as Moses’s account of creation, the account…
Elder Chris revisits the church’s Articles of Faith, emphasizing that all scripture is inspired by God. He explains that scripture is useful for teaching, understanding what pleases God, and guiding…
Peter writes that we will encounter people who ask, “Where is the promise of His coming?” He points out that these individuals are willingly ignorant of what is written in…
In Joshua 5, we see the children of Israel about to receive the promise of their inheritance. The Lord commanded that circumcision be completed, and at Gilgal, they observed the…
Elder Chris concludes the book of Ruth in chapter four, which shifts the focus to Boaz and the theme of redemption. Boaz did not delay; he went directly to the…
In Zechariah, the Lord Jesus Christ is described as a King who is just, brings salvation, and is humble. Elder Chris highlights how Israel sought a king at the wrong…
Ruth has openly shown her love for Boaz and walked by faith. As she sought redemption, there was an issue: a Jew was not supposed to marry a Moabitess. But…
Elder Chris reflects on Naomi’s specific instructions to Ruth about how to approach Boaz. Naomi tells Ruth to wash, anoint herself, put on her best clothes, and go down to…
Elder Chris reflects on Christ’s role as “the author of eternal salvation.” In contrast to the priests of Israel—who were often unfaithful and died—Christ had a higher calling as a…
In Ruth 3, Naomi takes an active role that leads to great blessings. Moved by faith, she trusts that God will provide a place of rest for Ruth. Naomi instructs…
Boaz made clear Ruth was not to go to any other field and he ensured she could glean in abundance. Naomi asked where she had gleaned, still focused on location….