Choosing Your Next Chapter

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Raise your hand if you’re busy! 🙋🏽‍♀️ With so much going on, it’s hard to think about the future, but the decisions we make today impact the rest of our lives. How do you balance the busyness and make choices that lead to a better life?
ABOUT THIS MESSAGE
We often define our lives by the big moments. But most of our lives consist of ordinary chapters. They may not feel significant, but ultimately end up changing everything. In our new series, The Book of Ruth, we'll discover the hidden beauty of life’s small moments.
NEXT STEPS
Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what’s next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to the next steps in your walk with Christ: www.life.church/next
CONNECT WITH A PASTOR
Do you need prayer? Would you like to find out how you can get involved at Life.Church? One of our pastors would love to meet with you. Schedule a video call with a pastor: www.life.church/meetwithus
ABOUT LIFE.CHURCH
Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at www.live.life.church
Find locations, videos, and more info about us at www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at www.life.church/app
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CONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIG
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I Wish I Had a Life Like That - 00:00
What We’ve Learned in the Book of Ruth - 02:58
3 Things You Need to Write a Better Chapter - 05:25
1. The Providence of God - 05:49
2. Strategic Plans - 15:03
3. Faith-Filled Prayers - 22:47
I’m Believing God for a Better Chapter - 30:52
#lifechurch #craiggroeschel #thebookofruth

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@life.church 9 ай бұрын

If you had to name the current “chapter” of life you’re in, what would you name it?

@aaronwilfong1250 9 ай бұрын

It's time to get prepared for what's next . Start planning now.

@jgbaker008 9 ай бұрын

Leveling up to fulfill God's purpose 🙏

@Joanna-jt4le 9 ай бұрын

Widow and single mother, tired and trying to trust God for our future. Thank you for this message, I cling strongly to the story of Ruth ❤

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

Lord Jesus, we ask for your continued strength and grace for Joanna. Just as you did with Ruth, please guide Joanna into your best plan for her life. Renew her story. Lead her into her next chapter. Like Ruth, we ask that you would fill her life with "It just so happened" glimpses of how you are working. Thank you Lord, Amen. -- Jenni

@melaniemartin730 9 ай бұрын

The totally creative chapter!♣️♦️♥️♠️

@christingordy3755 8 ай бұрын

I'm the daughter of a fire and brimstone southern Baptist preacher. Grew up in a family of multiple pastors, and my grandparents were traveling evangelists. I struggled with finding answers to the many questions I had. And believe me, I had endless ones. No one could or would take the time to answer me and I didn't recognize the version of God they were presenting to me. Even as a child, I instinctively knew God was love. And most of what I was being taught about him felt wrong. Pastor Craig has answered more of my questions in the last two months than I've had answered answered in 42 years of my life. September 10th, 2023 I chose to have a new chapter. Thank you Jesus! As my husband puts it, I have a new birthday now! 🎉😊❤ Praise God and Thank you Lord for using Pastor Craig. Thank you Pastor Craig for heeding his call. You helped lead me home to our Father. ❤

@Hillsong_music_best_playlist 9 ай бұрын

Whoever is reading this know that God’s words never fail. I am a living witness of God’s goodness. 13 years ago I was given 14 hours to live and I’m still standing without getting the lung and heart transplant my doctor said I need. Stand firm on God’s word‼

@melaniemartin730 9 ай бұрын

What is a Moabite?!🤓🤓🤓🤓

@mariatripp 9 ай бұрын

God Bless you 🙏

@kathysargent8690 9 ай бұрын

Bless you for God's protection and Grace. Bless your life and family

@cmcrows 9 ай бұрын

One of the best series LC has done. There’s always biblical application, but with this one you’ve taken us through an entire book of the Bible too… encouraging biblical literacy… so good. So solid. So applicable. Thanks

@poijntxhaisdgcha6004 8 ай бұрын

Hurts my heart deeply this guy copy n others that movie the blind.

@johnandfranconverse 2 ай бұрын

I'm beleiving God for a better chapter for my Granddaughter Grandson-in-law and their children.

@lizettelopezGodislove 9 ай бұрын

I'm believing God for a better chapter 🙏🏼

@paridoesupcycling 9 ай бұрын

I'm not in a good place in life right now... God, please help me look for the providence of You in my life

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

Lord Jesus, we pray for Pari sans S that you would be very close to her. Please help her to see you working. Please give her hope and strength as she goes about her every day. Please show her lots of examples of your "It just so happened" and " Just then" examples in her own life. Help her to lean into you, and trust you with everything she is experiencing...good, bad, hard, big, small. Amen. We’re praying God brings hope and peace in your life in the days ahead. If you’re interested in learning more about how you can connect with God’s peace, this is a great place to start: finds.life.church/tag/hope/ - Jenni

@rileymontross4552 9 ай бұрын

Me and my girlfriend of 3 years 3 months broke up 2 days ago, I hope God has the best in store for both of us in this next chapter.

@barkingfrog27 9 ай бұрын

God has a new chapter for you friend - not all chapters are easy, but in my experience, that’s not the last chapter. And it won’t be yours- this will be a time for both you to ask God and yourselves the questions you needed to talk about

@melaniemartin730 9 ай бұрын

@@barkingfrog27what led you to the split, just like big sis Kim and Jeff did earlier this year?😢😢😢😢

@EsseQuamVideriSe7en 9 ай бұрын

Focus on HIM and seek HIS will brother. He can make good all things. “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭8‬:‭28‬ ‭NLT‬‬

@rileymontross4552 9 ай бұрын

@@barkingfrog27 thank you. I am more so hoping and praying that she reaches out for God to comfort her instead of me, bc I just want to stop the pain I’m causing her, but the relationship can’t work so it’d just be delaying the pain. I ask all of you guys to continue to pray for me and her as we go our separate ways

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

Lord Jesus, we pray for these two dearly loved children of yours. We ask for your will in their lives. We ask for healing. Please hold them both close to you, and help them to grow ever closer to you as they move in the directions you want for them to take. Help them to love you more and more each day. Amen. -- Jenni

@dianaparisi5116 5 ай бұрын

I am believing God for a better chapter 🙏

@suwilanjinalungwe8569 4 ай бұрын

Lord,help me to choose my y next chapter wisely, career wise,I need your providence in my Life,May your will be done in my life, family and friends.Amen

@tracyharris2393 7 ай бұрын

Whomever comes across my message: please pray for me. I know my happiness lies in God, however, I struggle so much with making a real commitment. I ask for your prayers. Paster Craig, your preaching of God's words is a blessing. Tracy, from Ireland 🇮🇪

@life.church 7 ай бұрын

Lord, I lift up Tracy. You know her and see what she is going through. God, I ask that you would be with her. Cover her in your grace and love. I pray that you would give Tracy strength and courage. Lord, let those around Tracy speak truth and light into her life. Continue to be with her during this time. In Jesus' name, amen. -Kat

@jenniferhildebrand528 9 ай бұрын

Trusting God in this chapter, even though it's dark right now.

@judybarrett6336 9 ай бұрын

My journey began with the SAVIOR July 23rd 1989 ,am now 75 waiting for a new chapter to begin watching how it comes about with the SAVIOR, He is amazing and faithful to me, thank you Pastor Craig for this timely message ❤

@lindythomas1073 9 ай бұрын

No matter how hard the world tries to silence us, God's children are still here and stronger than ever.

@user-gg8nk7yj9v Ай бұрын

Believing God for a better chapter.

@Brianna-yh7iy 9 ай бұрын

So good and encouraging. Thank you, God! ❤

@karinacasadoprojects 3 ай бұрын

🙋🏻‍♀️God, I believe in you to live in a better chapter 🙏🏼🔥 #GodIsAble

@life.church 3 ай бұрын

Hi @karinacasadoprojects! We’re so excited you’re looking for ways to grow in your faith! Check out Finds.Life for all kinds of support and resources that will help you grow spiritually. You can start your search here: finds.life.church/tag/spiritual-growth/ Keli "Whoever finds God, finds life!"

@maritesmanalo5407 9 ай бұрын

I believe in God in better chapter. I pray miracles in my life in Jesus name Amen.🙏

@dabulbridget7557 4 ай бұрын

Believing God for a better Chapter

@user-ij1qr8hh9k 9 ай бұрын

I’m believing GOD for a better chapter ❤

@mariaroman4970 Ай бұрын

I’m believing God for a better chapter

@traceefraser5471 4 ай бұрын

I am believing God for an amazing chapter.

@nolajill 9 ай бұрын

I'm believing in God for a new chapter, for me and for my dad, who has just been diagnosed with multiple myeloma. That God would work this for good and that my dad would come to know Christ. God help me, my dad and my family in this trial. ❤

@cheryldaniels2773 9 ай бұрын

This came just in time for me.

@LuhRen 9 ай бұрын

I believe it was God's providence that lead me to this video to hear this word. I needed all of this

@kathysargent8690 9 ай бұрын

God bless your next chapter

@user-sx5ij8tl8i 3 ай бұрын

I believe God for a new chapter in my life

@DiegoLopez-gq1ov 9 ай бұрын

I'm believing God for a better chapter

@priscillacastro224 9 ай бұрын

I’m believing God for a better chapter In Jesus Name ❤

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

Dear Priscila so glad to know you are ready for your next chapter . We’re so excited you’re looking for ways to grow in your faith! Check out Finds.Life for all kinds of support and resources that will help you grow spiritually. You can start your search here: finds.life.church/tag/spiritual-growth/

@user-kn7xg5qe5t 9 ай бұрын

Amazing ! I surrender all to the God

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

❤️🙏

@christopherkennawi9675 9 ай бұрын

This touched me so much I broke down and cried out CHRIST SAVE ME MY CHAPTERS ARE YOURS FROM NOW ON IN JESUS PRECIOUS NAME 🙏 ❤️

@user-un9iv2ku8p 9 ай бұрын

Watching here in the Philippines ❤

@daisyc3979 7 ай бұрын

I am believing God for a better chapter. Amen!

@Thatguyhaydenr29 9 ай бұрын

Believing god for a better chapter😊❤

@CarolDePauldepaulk9academy 2 ай бұрын

Believing God for a better chapter

@tatonkatatonka 9 ай бұрын

Wow. Praise the Lord I have listened to this series Today was absolutely so meaningful to me. It has given me some light at the end of a tunnel That I was not seeing any more I Thank God for that light. 🙌 🙌 🙌 🙌 🙌

@nmorrisonkaren 9 ай бұрын

I'm believing God for a better chapter!🙏🏾🙌🏾

@user-vi7vw7ze5g Сағат бұрын

안녕하세요.Craig 목사님! 목사님의 설교와 기도가 너무 좋습니다. 여기는 South Korea 입니다. 하나님이 목사님을 통해 저에게 말씀하신다고 생각됩니다. 하나님 말씀이 더욱더 은혜가 됩니다. 하나님이 목사님을 참 사랑하시나 봅니다. 감사합니다 ❤

@life.church Сағат бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to share how God has been bringing you to Life.Church. Would you be willing to share a little more about how God brought you here and what He's doing in your life? Our team would love to hear from you. If you are, just follow this link: go2.lc/smeshare Tamala-Psalms 37:3 Trust God & Do Good

@ivyaning 7 ай бұрын

I’m believing God for a better chapter 🙏🏾

@honestlyharm. 7 ай бұрын

I'm believing God for a better chapter.

@adwoaannan3104 9 ай бұрын

I’m believing God for a better chapter 🙏🏿

@ashaninan 9 ай бұрын

I believe in new a chapter in the lives of my loved ones and me filled with Jesus’s abundant graces. Amen.

@lannnguyen3374 9 ай бұрын

Praying for great chapter!🙏

@stephenwilliams59 9 ай бұрын

Reinventing my "WHY" in life.

@chiranzidaudi907 9 ай бұрын

Always feel blessed when I listen to you!

@bonolomonakwane2616 8 ай бұрын

Powerful sermon praise be to God Almighty

@NatashaShchukina 8 ай бұрын

I am believing God for a better chapter.

@darrenmiller6927 9 ай бұрын

Great sermon. Loved the labeling of the chapters. I've been disabled for some time, and have been approved for part time work. Just finished a copy of my resume and emailed it to a guy at the unemployment office who is going to help me with it, it's been a very long time. Also, I had accidently shredded my work history and had to send $95 to the govornment to get minimal information on my work history. Love the book of Ruth, brave women, and am in II Kings in my Old Testament reading. Thankful for the talk on God's providence and about the chapters of our lives. How we can only see what God is weaving in hindsight.

@lulamamokone2851 6 ай бұрын

I'm believing God for a different chapter. ❤

@genonhisaw9895 6 ай бұрын

I’m believing God for a better chapter 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

@life.church 6 ай бұрын

🤍

@cindyloguirato8435 9 ай бұрын

I believe in God for a better chapter

@biggyod 9 ай бұрын

I'm believing God for a better chapter. Thank you God!

@kontosaygar6077 9 ай бұрын

I'm believing in God for a better chapter.

@user-go7jl2rj1p 9 ай бұрын

I believe in a new chapter for my boys life and on mine 🙏🦋

@aymaragordiola945 9 ай бұрын

I praise the Lord for all the blessings he planned for my life. At that time, I didn't get it, but now I can see it better. He planned great things for me, and sometimes, things didn't go as I planned but it was for something bigger than me. So bless you, Lord. And bless all of you!

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this Aymara! Very encouraging!

@charityvangorkom4525 9 ай бұрын

Such an encouraging sermon and perfect timing for our family! Thank you all at Life Church!

@progressmojalefa8858 9 ай бұрын

I really thank God for Life church and Pastor Craig. I believe it is by the will God that for the first time I encountered his word through Pastor Craig. The word is encouraging, applicable and made clear by the grace of God. This is beautiful.

@JaredReall 9 ай бұрын

Believing for a better chapter. Chapter on Reconciliation with my wife.

@davidclawson6527 9 ай бұрын

I'm with you, I'm praying for my marriage too. God will be gracious to us both

@jgbaker008 9 ай бұрын

Amen Jared 🙏 Pray for my wife and I to reconcile as well

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

God, I lift up this marriage. I ask that you help them both have the heart and eyes to see each other through your eyes. I pray that you work in them both, giving them a willingness to forgive and seek reconciliation. God, I ask for patience as they navigate how you will work in this marriage and choose to put you first. Protect both of them from ungodly influences that strain their marriage and their trust. Work in and through them to bless each other in this difficult time. In Jesus' name, Amen.

@RyanMeyerink 9 ай бұрын

I feel the same way gents. What is Gods providence, what is the plan? I’m 35 been divorced for 1 yr w 2 kids. I would love to have a clear answer if God will allow her to reconcile w me(not just in a coparenting dynamic but romantically).

@ViewMyChannelPls 9 ай бұрын

🙏

@arnoldmorris3863 8 ай бұрын

i believe in God for a better new chapter

@caribreckenridge403 9 ай бұрын

I'm believing God for a better chapter!

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

🙌💜🙏

@LoedolffBasson-ey7iu 8 ай бұрын

I trust in God for a better chapter and serenader my life to him

@life.church 8 ай бұрын

We’re so excited for you, Loedolff Basson! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church -Kat

@user-gj5ct5ru3q 7 ай бұрын

Amen

@gloryemmanuel570 2 ай бұрын

I surrender my all to you,Jesus

@life.church 2 ай бұрын

We’re so excited for you, @gloryemmanuel570! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church -Kat

@sheilaserlick270 9 ай бұрын

Amen.

@bronwencoetser4973 Ай бұрын

I'm believing in God for a better chapter 🙏

@life.church Ай бұрын

Amen Laura

@bocoffman5692 9 ай бұрын

I surrender my life to Jesus

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

We’re so excited for you, Bo Coffman! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church -Kat

@jgbaker008 9 ай бұрын

AMEN 🙏 Welcome to the Kingdom of God Run the race my friend. Jesus is walking with you

@iamjackscompletelackofsurprise 9 ай бұрын

I am so thankful for you, Pastor Craig, thank you 🙏 May God bless you and your family and every ear that hears your voice.

@RizajenGomezLeonard 9 ай бұрын

I surrender My Life to you JESUS!

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

We’re so excited for you, Rizajen Gomez Leonard! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church -Kat

@terrystrong9787 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Lord

@martamoxley1250 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much❤ reading backwards.

@KelyTube 9 ай бұрын

Just then!

@mohsenyaghoobi9132 9 ай бұрын

your preaching gives me a good feeling.thanks.

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

❤️

@KyuubiKaze 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Life Church & Pastor Craig, all the way from Hawaii! 🎉🤙

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

❤️

@katherineedwards7173 9 ай бұрын

Believing God for a better chapter ❤

@zuriachui8047 3 ай бұрын

As I write my new chapter, I pray to god that he can help me cure my insecurities, so that I can be ready for the miracle of god in my next relationship with my future husband🙏

@life.church 3 ай бұрын

We’re playing alongside you! 🙏

@altheagoliath9610 8 ай бұрын

WOW glory to GOD for is Word❤

@aaronwilfong1250 9 ай бұрын

Hi all from Bethlehem west vergina.

@karinajaime6227 5 ай бұрын

I am believing in God’s providence for a better chapter in my life! In Jesus name. 🙏🏼🙌🏼

@dianakarimi8901 4 ай бұрын

Am believing God for a better chapter this year

@life.church 4 ай бұрын

🙏❤️

@user-sx5ij8tl8i 3 ай бұрын

Yes

@sarahwheatley1734 2 ай бұрын

amen to that 🙏

@washingtonpamela76 9 ай бұрын

I belive in god a better chapter. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

@lindamcdaniel2419 9 ай бұрын

God always a upper case G shows respect that he is the one true God.

@BrittnyJaNa 9 ай бұрын

I’m trusting and believing God for a new chapter. The last 2 years of suffering but being renewed through Christ has been a challenge but I know that this is all part of His prefect will.

@nathanielstephensoniii2873 9 ай бұрын

I want everything Christ wants for me even if it’s hard

@emmagray9160 9 ай бұрын

Praise the lord 🙏

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

💛

@anahastings2588 9 ай бұрын

Love my Sunday mornings listening to this pastor !

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

❤️

@raltoid 9 ай бұрын

I surrender my life to Jesus!

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

We’re so excited for you, Raul Lopez! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church -Kat

@simamanegerald5741 9 ай бұрын

I'm surrendering to Jesus.

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

We’re so excited for you, Simamane Gerald! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church - LK

@brucerohrer5747 9 ай бұрын

i am believinf God for a better chapter

@life.church 9 ай бұрын

We’re so excited for you, Bruce Rohrer! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church -