Faithful Friendship in Hard Times: How the Story of Ruth and Naomi Shows Us How to Love

Discover how the story of Ruth and Naomi reveals faithful friendship, God’s presence in suffering, and practical steps to love others and be loved.

Austin LargusaNovember 6, 2025Ruth and Naomi friendship, how to hear God, faith during hard times, Bay Area churches, Jesus and loneliness, ministry of presence, faithful friendship in scripture

The Irrevocable Calling: How Jesus Still Says "Follow Me"

No matter your past or present, Jesus still calls you to follow Him. Discover how God's calling is more about your availability than your ability.

Faith & Calling, DevotionAustin LargusaOctober 29, 2025calling of Jesus, follow me Jesus, how to hear God, purpose and calling, spiritual direction, Bay Area churches, Luke 5 devotional, John 21 reflection

Finding Home in the Father’s Embrace: Why We Keep Running Back to God

Every one of us is the prodigal son when we search for love in all the wrong places. In Luke 15, Jesus tells a story of a father who runs—not just to welcome his son home—but to shield him from shame. Discover the meaning of the kezazah ceremony and what it reveals about God’s relentless love for you.