Finding Fullness Again: What The Book of Ruth Teaches About Start Over

“I went out full and the Lord hath brought me home empty again.” —Ruth 1:21a As in Naomi’s case in the Bible’s book of Ruth, today there will likely be times when every believer arrives at a desolate place in the heart, truly crushed in spirit for whatever reason. Finding Fullness Again by Pastor Ralph Douglas West takes an encouraging look at the story of Naomi and Ruth to remind readers that they too can keep pressing forward—not just running on empty—despite the weight of their cares. With God all things are possible, even a brand new start in life. “Let the old things pass away,” Douglas says. “Let everything that God wants for you become new.”