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In this overview of the Book of Ruth, Steve Gregg highlights the strong undercurrent of God's providence in orchestrating events. The story follows an exceptional woman, Ruth, who becomes an ancestor of Jesus Christ. Written during the reign of David and attributed to the prophet Samuel, the book of Ruth is significant in tracing the ancestry of King David and ultimately leading to Jesus. The story showcases God's involvement in the life of a lowly Gentile woman who gave up everything to become part of Yahweh's religion and people.
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1 & 2 Samuel Overview
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In this overview, Steve Gregg covers the book of 1 & 2 Samuel, which was written by three prophets: Samuel, Nathan, and Gad. The book covers 140 years
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Judges Overview
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In this overview of the book of Judges, Steve Gregg highlights the unique nature of this Old Testament book, which features a series of heroes who ros
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