Day 24: Redemption and New Beginnings

Dr. John W. Mulinde
Jul 23
2 min read

Today’s Reading: Ruth 1–4 & 1 Samuel 1–6

Date: Thursday, 24th July 2025

To the Faithful Readers

You are stepping into a beautiful season of God’s redemptive grace and the rise of new leadership. The book of Ruth shows God’s tender care in personal restoration and loyalty, while 1 Samuel opens the door to Israel’s transition from judges to kings. This marks a turning point—a movement toward hope and destiny.

Reading Instructions

Read Ruth 1–4 and 1 Samuel 1–6 slowly and prayerfully. Notice the themes of loyalty, redemption, and God’s providence in personal lives. Then observe the beginnings of Samuel’s leadership and the rise of Saul as the first king. Reflect on how God orchestrates new beginnings in both individual and national stories.

Guided Devotional

1. Who is God?

The Redeemer – In Ruth, God acts as the kinsman-redeemer, restoring Naomi’s family and blessing Ruth’s faithfulness.

The Faithful Provider – God meets needs in unexpected ways, orchestrating provision through human kindness and divine intervention.

The Sovereign Kingmaker – In 1 Samuel, God raises Samuel as prophet and priest, preparing Israel for monarchy.

The God of Purposeful Transition – The anointing of Saul signals God’s plan for a new era of leadership and nation-building.

2. What Are the Ways of God?

God redeems broken stories – Ruth’s story shows that even the most difficult situations can be restored by God’s grace.

God honors faithfulness and loyalty – Ruth’s commitment to Naomi is rewarded with God’s blessing.

God prepares leaders carefully – Samuel’s rise is gradual and divinely directed.

God initiates new seasons through divine appointments – Saul’s selection as king is part of God’s unfolding plan.

3. What Is His Character?

Compassionate – God cares deeply about personal loss and restoration.

Faithful – He keeps His promises and leads His people according to His timing.

Wise – God’s timing and choice of leaders are perfect.

Patient – He prepares the people and leaders for change with care.

Golden Nugget

God specializes in new beginnings—He redeems the past and prepares us for our destiny through faithfulness and divine timing.

Prayer

Father, thank You for being a God of redemption and new beginnings. Help me to trust You in every season and to remain faithful in the waiting. Prepare me for the new things You have planned, and may I walk boldly into my destiny. In Jesus’ name, Amen.