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AUGUST 23, 2026 SERMON SUMMARY

EXPERIENCE GOD’S EXTRAORDINARY FAVOR

Have your problems left you wondering if God could really change your life? In seasons of bad news and waiting, we may wonder where God is and whether He is still working. But through the story of Naomi and Ruth, we learn that God can use our ordinary faithfulness for His extraordinary purposes. While His favor doesn't always mean an easy life, it does mean that He sees us, cares for us, and continues to work according to His purpose, even when we cannot see what He is doing.

FACE GOD IN YOUR EMPTINESS

Naomi had every reason to turn away from God. After losing her husband and eventually both of her sons, she still chose to return to Bethlehem and to God (Ruth 1:1-5). Her pain did not disappear when she returned, but God was already moving in ways she could not see. One of those ways was through Ruth, who remained committed to her and declared, “Your God will be my God” (Ruth 1:16). When we encounter disappointment and pain, we may not understand what God is doing, but our pain should not keep us away from Him. Instead, it is motivation to keep running to God and trust that He is still at work.

FOLLOW GOD IN FAITHFULNESS

When Ruth was left with the grief and financial strain of losing her husband while adjusting to a foreign land, she didn’t wait helplessly for her circumstances to change. Instead, she took initiative with what had been given to her and went to the fields to glean grain for herself and Naomi (Ruth 2:1-3). What seemed like an ordinary act of faithfulness was already part of God’s greater purpose, as He directed her steps to the field of Boaz (Ruth 2:12). In the same way, when we put God first and faithfully steward what He has entrusted to us, we can trust Him to guide us through the responsibilities He has placed before us.

FIX YOUR HOPE IN GOD, OUR REDEEMER

Ruth worked in faith, but trusted God with every outcome, waiting for Him to move in her circumstances and the people around her. Proving Himself faithful, God used Boaz to redeem Ruth (Ruth 4:1-10). In the same way, we are called to faithfully do our part while trusting that God will work on what only He can accomplish. Just as Boaz redeemed Ruth and Naomi, we are reminded that Jesus is our greater Redeemer, through whom we have redemption and forgiveness (Ephesians 1:7). Whatever season we may be facing, we can fix our hope on God, remain faithful, and trust Him.

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

How have you experienced emptiness in this life?
Why should you be faithful in the ordinary things?
What is the hope of your future? In this life and in the life to come?

Download the English 4Ws here

4Ws-082326-EXPERIENCE-GODS-EXTRAORDINARY-FAVOR-CCFCEBU.pdf

Download the GOVIRAL 4Ws here

4Ws-082326-EXPERIENCE-GODS-EXTRAORDINARY-FAVOR.GV_.pdf

MEMORY VERSE:

Ruth 2:12

May the Lord reward your work, and your wages be full from the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to seek refuge.

WEEKLY PRAYER POINTS:

I. Thanksgiving

• Worship God for who He is, what He has done, and what He will do in our lives.

II. Country and the World

• Upright and moral governance of public servants; repentance and salvation for government leaders and citizens for a Christ-centered Philippines.

• For legislators to promote and support bills and laws aligned with God’s Word.

• Pray for persecuted Christians in Sudan and Nigeria) — many have been beheaded and murdered; earnestly seek God’s intervention to stop the bloodshed. Pray for freedom from oppression, that God’s word and His people bring them comfort and hope.

• Continue to pray for Israel’s war with terrorists to end according to God’s purpose and for His glory. For Jewish people worldwide who are experiencing a surge of antisemitism. May this lead them to the Messiah, Jesus as they turn to God for help and comfort.

• For nations in turmoil (e.g., Ukraine, Middle Eastern countries, etc.) to experience true freedom in Christ and become centers for massive spiritual revivals in their regions. For new Iranian leadership to rise up that will be for the people of Iran, will promote freedom of worship that the Iranian believers will be able to reach out to the rest of their countrymen and the people of the Middle East.

• For relief goods, financial assistance, God’s comfort, healing and hope for the people in Mindanao (SOCSARGEN, Davao Region, etc.) devastated by the recent 7.9 magnitude earthquake that struck the island.

• Pray for the people of Venezuela devastated by two strong 7+ magnitude back-to-back earthquakes. Pray for the rescue of those trapped under collapsed buildings; for strength and protection for the rescue workers; for relief goods and medical services for thousands of affected families. For the church to be the powerful hands of hope and healing that will lead people to Jesus.

III. Church

• That CCF Members would honor and love God and make disciples.

• For elders, pastors, dleaders, and families to become holy, humble, harmonious, happy, and heart-working.

• Ministries and churches expand worldwide.

IV. CCF Facilities

• Worship and Training Center

• Prayer Mountain

V. Personal Concerns

• Deeper intimate relationship with God.

• Righteous living.

• Salvation of family and friends.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Lost & Found items

KINDLY CLAIM YOUR LOST AND FOUND ITEMS BY APRIL 5. ANY ITEMS LEFT UNCLAIMED WILL BE DISPOSED OF.

Tot's Place on
Sundays

Tots’ Place is a Sunday daycare service for children aged 0 to 4 years old only.

UPDATE: Starting March 22, only Tots’ Place in OVERFLOW 3 (across Cup of Faith) will be available on Sundays. Tots’ Place in Classroom 3 is currently not operational.

2026 Calendar of Activities

Here’s a preview of what’s coming up at CCF Cebu in 2026. Save the dates and plan ahead as we journey together throughout the year.

📌 Please note that event dates and details are subject to change or cancellation. This calendar is shared for general awareness.

Nxtgen Summer Break!

Our last regular Nxtgen Sunday will be on March 15, 2026 as we step into a special summer season from March 16 to May 16, 2026. This break is a purposeful time for our team to refresh, plan, and prepare an even better Nxtgen experience for our kids. Enrollment will begin soon. Stay tuned for updates!

Sunday DGroup Meeting Guidelines

Starting March 15, Sunday DGroup meetings will be limited to 2 hours and 30 minutes to help us accommodate all DGroup reservations due to limited space.

Note: Weekday and Saturday DGroup meetings are not affected.

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