In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of finding and fulfilling the good works that God has prepared for each individual. He contrasts two different approaches taken by Christians - some pursue personal ambition and worldly success, while others seek to align themselves with God's purpose. The speaker encourages Christians to understand their worth and significance in God's eternal plan, which can help overcome low self-esteem. The message is applicable to all Christians and lack of understanding in this area can lead to frustration in their lives. The sermon is based on 1 Timothy 1:9 and 2 Timothy 1:9, highlighting the idea that God has called and saved believers according to His own purpose and grace.

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the power of Jesus' blood to redeem and transform our lives. He emphasizes that Jesus can make something beautiful out of our brokenness and mistakes. The speaker also highlights the contrast between living under the law, which condemns us when we fail, and living under grace, where Jesus forgives and restores us. He shares a personal story from Brazil to illustrate how Jesus can take our lives as raw material and create something new. The sermon concludes with a prayer of gratitude for Jesus' saving power.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of small and how every person's life is small until it becomes significant through Jesus. He uses the story of Ruth as an example of how submitting our lives to God's story can give us a meaningful and profound significance. The preacher also shares a real-life story of a pilot who had a miraculous experience when his parachute got tangled in a tree, saving him from certain death. Through this experience, the pilot witnesses the power of God and becomes a follower of Jesus, eventually becoming a missionary pilot in Colombia.

F.B. Meyer reflects on Naomi's journey from bitterness to blessing, emphasizing that God's plans often unfold in ways we cannot immediately understand. Despite her losses, Naomi's return to her homeland brought her closer to God's provision and the love of Ruth, who became a source of joy and hope. Meyer encourages believers to trust in God's overarching plan, reminding them that even in times of despair, God is working for their good. He draws parallels between Naomi's story and the ultimate redemption found in Christ, who has purchased us with His blood and will not rest until He fulfills His promises. The sermon concludes with a call to shelter under God's wings and trust in His faithful character.

Denis Lyle preaches about the divine discipline of disturbance, drawing parallels between God's dealings with His people and a mother eagle stirring her nest to teach her eaglets to fly. Just as an eagle stirs its nest to help the eaglets discover the power of their wings, God stirs our lives to lead us to a higher and fuller life, pushing us out of our comfort zones and into His will. Through the analogy of the eagle, Lyle emphasizes the reasons for divine disturbance, the resources available to us during these times, and the ultimate results of embracing God's plan for our lives.

Chuck Smith emphasizes the theme of divine recompense in his sermon on Ruth 2:12, illustrating how God rewards our labor and faithfulness, assuring that no effort for Him is in vain. He highlights Ruth's journey from Moab to trusting in the God of Israel, showcasing her faith amidst adversity and the importance of seeking God's reward rather than human recognition. Smith draws parallels between God's protective nature and a mother hen, encouraging believers to trust in God's providence and shelter during life's storms.