Introduction to Ruth (Ruth 1:1-5)
In this sermon, you will be introduced to the Book of Ruth so that you will understand the context of the book. You will also be challenged to think about how you identify with some of the characters within the book. Ultimately, you will hear how God is a God of love and care.
When Life Falls Apart, God Is Still Good (Ruth 1:1-14)
"Does anyone care about me?" "Does God care about me?" When our life seems to be falling apart, we ask questions like that. In this sermon, you will hear about Naomi's situation and how God showed care for her, which points to how he will care for you.
Counting the Cost in Following the Lord (Ruth 1:15-21)
Before following the Lord, Ruth considered the cost and deemed the cost well worth it. In this sermon, you will hear about the cost in following the Lord and will have to consider if the cost in following the Lord is worth it for you.
God's Providence in the Steps of Life (Ruth 1:22 - 2:13)
We often feel that our lives are ordinary and that nothing exciting happens that will make us say, "Wow!" However, if we pay attention, we will see God's providence at work in our lives in the daily steps of life. In this sermon, you will hear about God's work in the daily steps of Ruth's life and how He works in your life.
Boaz: A Shadow of the Redeemer (Ruth 2:14-23)
When you encounter a good man, you make note of him. Boaz is a good man. Not only is he a good man but he points us to a greater man, the God-man, Jesus Christ. In this sermon, as you consider Boaz, you will hear how he points to the heart and mission of Jesus Christ.
At His Feet: The Pathway of Redemption (Ruth 3:1-18)
In this sermon, you will hear about the strange plan that Naomi asks Ruth to follow, which will involve her going to the feet of Boaz and asking for him to be her redeemer. Underneath this narrative is a spiritual truth for you. That spiritual truth being, that you must go to the feet of Jesus for your own redemption and when you do, Jesus says, "I will redeem you." It is only at the feet of Jesus that true redemption is found.
The Price of Redemption (Ruth 4:1-12)
In the work of redemption, the Bible makes clear, there is a price that must be paid. The price of redemption is always high. The question for you to consider, as you need redemption from sin and death, is: Who is willing to pay the price for my redemption? In this sermon you will hear about the price of redemption and the One who willing paid that price for you.
The Rest of the Story (Ruth 4:13-22)
In this final sermon of the series, you will hear about the story presented in Ruth points to a greater story - God not only meets the need of Naomi, but he also meets the need of Ruth, Israel, and all of mankind.