The Example of Love - Story
There’s a story I want to share about a woman named Ruth, whom I had the privilege of knowing in my last congregation. Ruth was...
This is stories & illustrations on love and growth, drawing on Romans 8:28. It carries an emotional tone of hope, joy and awe.
There’s a story I want to share about a woman named Ruth, whom I had the privilege of knowing in my last congregation. Ruth was not just any parishioner; she was a master gardener. Her backyard was a living tapestry of colors, with flowers blooming from early spring to late fall. But what struck me most about Ruth was how she nurtured her garden — and, by extension, everyone around her.…
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