1. The day of the Judges

A. A constant cycle of rebellion, oppression, and deliverance

B. Israel had no king or authority

C. Everyone did what was right in their own eyes

2. A famine hits Bethlehem (house of bread)

A. Elimelech (God is my King) does not repent or seek God

B. Elimelech, a leading family in the area, goes to enemy

C. Elimelech, Their family is only family to leave

3. Elimelech’s compromises go wrong

A. It will be a short stay, became a long one

B. I’ll return home, died in Moab

C. Sons not impacted, marry foreign women

4. Truths to learn

A. People do what they want to do

B. God is a good luck charm

C. Sin has consequences

1. A Legacy of faith

A. More than a half-hearted faith

B. Faith that supersedes circumstances

C. Trusting God for the impossible

D. Proving that God is first in your walk

2. A Legacy of being a friend of God

A. Friends share information

B. Friends share their hearts

C. Friends are concerned with reputation of the other

3. A Legacy of being a pilgrim

A. Not controlled by wealth

B. A leader that gives and serves

C. Focus on Heaven

An in-depth look at Jesus' statement in Mark chapter 11 concerning forgiveness and prayer.

1. How can a graduate live a godly life

A. Treasure the Word of God in your heart

B. Let the Spirit of God reign in your heart

2. Scripture and temptation

A. Temptations will happen but God is faithful (I Cor. 10:13)

B. God sees everything you do (Prov. 15:3 or 2 Chron. 16:9)

C. Overcoming sexual temptation (Job 31:1 or 1 Thes. 4:3)

D. Overcoming covetousness (Heb. 13:5)

3. Scripture and life struggles

A. Overcoming fear (1 Tim. 1:7)

B. Overcoming laziness (Col. 3:23)

C. Overcoming negativity (Phil. 4:13)

4. Scripture and who I am as a Christian

A. I am a child of God (John 1:12)

B. I am the salt of the earth (Matt. 5:13a)

C. I am the light of the world (Matt. 5:14a)

D. I am a part of the body of Christ (I Cor. 12:27)

E. I am an ambassador for Christ (2 Cor. 5:20a)

1. A Mother’s nightmare

A. Drug addiction

B. Porn and immoral relationships

C. Idols, occult and witchcraft

2. A Mother’s determination

A. Overcome silence

B. Overcome disciple’s comments

C. Overcome unworthiiness

3. A Mother’s request

A. Calls on Jesus as Lord and Son of David

B. Worships at Jesus’ feet

C. Persistence in seeking help

4. A Mother’s example

A. Pharisees had no faith

B. Disciples had little faith

C. This Mother had great faith

1. A Christian that is going to Heaven

A. I want to take others to Heaven with me

B. I want to glorify God with my life

C. I want to do what is right

2. Sacrifices to win others to Jesus

A. Gave up freedoms

B. Became a servent

C. Took away barriers

3. Run to win a prize

A. A prize you can win

B. A prize that is imperishable and eternal

C. A prize that requires training

4. Intentional and disciplined

A. Time with God each day

B. Talk about God everyday

C. Doer of the word of God

1. Ministry opportunities are all around

A. On the way to prayer

B. In the afternoon chaos

C. Person that was overlooked daily

2. Ministry and miracles

A. Confirmation of the Apostles’ ministry

B. Confirmation of the New Testament

C. Confirmation of the gospel of Jesus Christ

3. Ministry and results

A. Answered prayers

B. Walking in faith

C. Changed lives

4. Ministry and opposition

A. Filled with the Holy Spirit

B. Spoke with boldness

C. No denying good was done

D. Committed to obeying God

1. The disciple’ purpose is to be a witness

A. Share what you have seen & experienced about Jesus

B. Share even if it means sacrifice

C. Share all over the world

2. The disciple’s promise of the Holy Spirit

A. The Holy Spirit is a personal friend

B. The Holy Spirt is a powerful partner

C. The Holy Spirit is a promoter of Jesus

3. The disciple’s message

A. God is speaking to each person

B. God is speaking about Jesus

C. Scriptures pointing to Jesus

4. The people’s response

A. They were amazed

B. They were convicted

C. They were converted