Sometimes life hits us hard. Sometimes bad things happen to good people. Sometimes we cannot make sense of what is happening and we feel hopeless in the face of destruction. Life's circumstances can be bitter, but we don't have to become bitter. The beautiful story of Ruth and Naomi is a story of hope that shows how God can bring us from destruction to destiny. The God who gives beauty for ashes and the garments of praise for a spirit of heaviness, can work together all thing

Leaders matter because they have influence over people, impact their lives and can shape their future. Scripture has a high standard for leaders, from exemplary maturity (character) to competent service (charisma) to impartial administration and people management (conduct). Leaders will have a stricter judgement, especially the teachers, because of the great responsibility over people they have been entrusted with. In the midst of false shepherds and the modern CEO-type leade