Knowing our Purpose

The sermon centers on the vital importance of knowing and living out one's divine purpose, illustrated through the story of Ruth in Boaz's field and the life of missionary C.T. Studd. Drawing from Ruth 2:4–8, it portrays Boaz as a type of Christ, emphasizing Christ's sovereign oversight, personal care, and expectation of faithful labor in the spiritual harvest. The message underscores that true purpose arises from a personal relationship with Christ, fuels a passionate commitment to evangelism, and demands disciplined, sacrificial service in the Great Commission. It warns against spiritual complacency—labeled as 'chocolate Christianity'—where heartfelt intentions replace obedient action, and contrasts the diligent, unified reapers with the divisive, purposeless, and self-centered, as seen in the Corinthians and Israel's wilderness murmuring. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to recommit to Christ as their person, to embrace the mission of soul-winning as their purpose, and to actively participate in God's harvest with unwavering faith and perseverance.