Talk about a vacation that did not live up to your expectations.
Read Ruth 1:1-2. What do you think Elimilech and Naomi hoped would happen for their family when they moved?
List some of the hopes and dreams most parents have for their children.
Read Ruth 1:3-5. What do you think were the emotions Naomi felt most strongly? How do you think Naomi felt about God?
How would you have responded if you were Naomi?
When have you been disappointed that life didn't match up to your expectations?
Is it okay for a Christian to be disappointed? Why or why not?
Often life disappoints us because we expect more from God than what He has promised us. Read the following verses about what we can truly expect from our Heavenly Father.
Read Romans 8:38-39. How should God's love change the way you think about yourself?
Read Matthew 28:20. How should God's presence inspire courageous living?
Read John 14:1. How should the future God has for you give you patience in the present?
What expectations do you need to let go of?
What promises of God do you need to hold on to?
How can this group help you?
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