Sometimes it feels like God isn’t doing anything in your life—or worse, like He’s forgotten you.

If life has ever crumbled around you, in spite of how hard you prayed, you know the feeling I’m talking about. God is the One we’re supposed to turn to with our disappointments. But where do you turn when God is the One who has disappointed you?

In this episode of ​Live the Bible​, we’re turning to the book of Ruth for the answer—and it doesn’t disappoint.

Sometimes it feels like God isn&rsquo;t doing anything in your life&mdash;or worse, like He&rsquo;s forgotten you.
If life has ever crumbled around you, in spite of how hard you prayed, you know the feeling I&rsquo;m talking about. God is the One we&rsquo;re supposed to turn to with our disappointments. But where do you turn when God is the One who has disappointed you?
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data-kit-fragment-key="application/x-kit-email-editor-fragment">In this episode of <a href="https://livethebiblepodcast.com/" data-slate-node="element" data-slate-inline="true">​Live the Bible​</a>, we&rsquo;re turning to the book of Ruth for the answer&mdash;and it doesn&rsquo;t disappoint.

The Bible offers God’s wisdom and genuine hope for our daily lives. On LIVE THE BIBLE, join Dr. Wayne Stiles and discover how to apply the Word of God to your life through the practical teaching and application of the Scriptures. The Bible, its lands, and its culture don't have to be confusing or irrelevant. Whether it's personal discouragement, relief from guilt, finding purpose in life or hope for eternity, you’ll hear words to help you truly live the Bible. www.waynestiles.com/podcast

The Bible offers God’s wisdom and genuine hope for our daily lives. On LIVE THE BIBLE, join Dr. Wayne Stiles and discover how to apply the Word of God to your life through the practical teaching and application of the Scriptures. The Bible, its lands, and its culture don't have to be confusing or irrelevant. Whether it's personal discouragement, relief from guilt, finding purpose in life or hope for eternity, you’ll hear words to help you truly live the Bible. www.waynestiles.com/podcast

Live the Bible with Wayne Stiles

The Bible offers God&rsquo;s wisdom and genuine hope for our daily lives. On LIVE THE BIBLE, join Dr. Wayne Stiles and discover how to apply the Word of God to your life through the practical teaching and application of the Scriptures. The Bible, its lands, and its culture don't have to be confusing or irrelevant. Whether it's personal discouragement, relief from guilt, finding purpose in life or hope for eternity, you&rsquo;ll hear words to help you truly live the Bible. www.waynestiles.com/podcast

#373 - When God Disappoints You—Where Can You Go?

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