THE BOOK OF RUTH| GOD’S RESTORATION PLAN| Living the Message | Discipleship |Session-14 2025| CHIMDI OHAHUNA Welcome to this episode of our teaching session on the Book of Ruth, where we engage with profound truths that shape our Christian walk. Today, we will focus on Ruth 1:6-7 and 1 John 1:1, emphasizing that characterless Christianity fails to reveal Christ effectively. This session is titled “So Much Preaching and So Little Living”, a reflection on the challenges facing the Church today. Key Lesson Points: 1. God’s Schooling: The School of the Spirit - Unlike traditional Bible school, God's true education occurs in the school of the Spirit through our life experiences. This emphasizes the importance of allowing our lives to be influenced by the Holy Spirit rather than just accumulating knowledge. 2. Impact Beyond Words - 2 Corinthians 3:18 teaches us that people are not moved by eloquent words but by transformed lives. As Christians, our witness must extend beyond sermons and teachings; it must be demonstrated through our actions and the way we live. 3. Naomi’s Exemplary Life - Naomi serves as a powerful example of what it means to be a message from God. Her return to Bethlehem, filled with faith and resilience, communicated more about Yahweh than any spoken word could. This illustrates that our lives can serve as testimonies of God’s faithfulness. 4. Being the Message - We are all called to embody the message of Christ in our daily lives. When you live authentically as a follower of Jesus, your life transforms into a double effect — your actions preach as loudly as your words. 5. The Challenge of Pursuit - In our pursuits for livelihood and sustenance, can we still remain the message of Christ? Like Naomi, our commitment to reflecting Christ should not waver, even when we are focused on meeting our physical needs. 6. Authenticity as Witness - When people see and hear us, do they recognize the truth of the Gospel? Our authenticity and integrity as believers are crucial in pointing others to Christ. As we explore Naomi’s story in this session, let’s reflect on how we can be living messages of faith, hope, and love in our communities. May our actions resonate with the heart of God, showing others that believing in Christ is more than just a proclamation; it is a lifestyle characterized by His presence. Join us for this impactful teaching session, and let’s deepen our understanding of how to live out our faith authentically. Subscribe to stay connected and receive more insights as we continue our study of the Book of Ruth! Jesus is Lord.