True faith is more than following feelings or doing what’s easy; it’s a wholehearted
decision to trust and follow God. Ruth’s choice to leave her past and embrace God’s
people shows that salvation begins with obedience and trust, even when the way
forward is uncertain. Her faithfulness points us to the greater salvation God offers
through Jesus, calling us to respond with the same courage and commitment.

Sometimes God feels distant, and our circumstances seem hopeless. Yet His presence
is never absent, and His purposes are quietly unfolding behind the scenes. Even in the
darkest seasons, hope exists because God is working to bring restoration and life in
ways we cannot yet see.

"Apprenticeship to Jesus always produces growth." Nate digs into 2 Peter 1:1-11 and walks through what it means to be an apprentice of Jesus. There are 3 things we must do to be His apprentice: Be with Jesus, Become like Jesus, and Do what Jesus did. With a new year upon us, how are you planning on growing in your relationship with Jesus? Nate gave 2 takeaways: 1) Set aside 5-10 min each day this week to read and pray through 2 Peter 1:1-11. 2) Identify one practice that helps you be with Jesus, one attitude that needs to become more like Jesus, and one action where you can do what Jesus did - then do them this week.