God’s Concern for the Poor

In the book of Ruth, we see God’s deep concern for the poor, and how His people are called to care for the poor.

Ruth 2:1-3

The Value of Godly Character

God calls His people to respond to Him in faith and to display a character that is like His.

Ruth 2:5-12

The book of Ruth is a showcase of God’s providence, his ongoing and intimate relationship with his creation.

Ruth

The book of Ruth shows a God Who is Sovereign over all things, and people who respond to this fact with great initiative and hard work.

Ruth 1:22-2:3; 4:13

God, as kinsman-redeemer to Naomi and Ruth, prepares the way for his own son, our kinsman-redeemer.

Ruth 4

God works to restore us through the work of a kinsman redeemer, a close relative who protects and provides for us.

Ruth 3

The Valley of Tears has become fields of food, family, and hope.

Ruth 2

When suffering comes into our lives, it is hard to see God’s purposes accurately, but He will bring us through the valley of tears.

Ruth 1