Old testament

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            This morning we will continue the first chapter of Ruth, and this is where this book begins to feel like that breath of fresh air that I promised you after finishing the book of Judges.  Last week we looked at all that led up to Naomi’s decision to leave Moab and return to Israel, specifically to her hometown of Bethlehem in Judah.  She had heard that the LORD had visited Israel by giving them bread.  In other words, the famine was over after she had spent about 10 years in Moab.

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            Today we celebrate Mother’s Day, a day set aside each year for our mothers.  Charles Swindoll wrote this in his book Strong Family:  “The following is a list of ‘I owe you’s’ which apply to mothers all over the country, all of which are long overdue. Stop after each one and consider the priceless value of the one who made your life possible—your mother.

Dear Mom:

            As I walk through my museum of memories,

            I owe you—for your time.  Day and night.