1. Naomi’s plan. (vv. 1-5)

2. Ruth’s proposal. (vv. 6-15)

3. God’s pause. (vv. 16-18)

4. God provides. (2:14-17)

               *Trust God to do His part and be willing to do your part

5. God’s children celebrate. (2:18-23)

               *Celebrate God’s goodness. (2:18-19)

               *Celebrate God’s Grace. (2:20)

               *Celebrate God’s Guidance. (2:21-23)

1. God directs. (2:1-3)

               *God directs through people and situations.

2. God protects. (2:4-9)

               *God provides protection through the right person and plan.

3. God’s desired response. (2:10-13)

               *Humble yourself and trust the Lord.

1. Seek the Lord’s will when making decisions. (1:6-13)

2. Remain faithfully devoted. (1:14-18)

3. Remember that God is for you and with you. (1:19-22)

Trust the Lord:

*In times of evil. (1:1)

*In times of trouble. (1:1-2) 

*In times of sorrow. (1:3-5)

1. Resentment will rob you of your peace and joy. (vv. 1-2)

2. Resentment will distract you from God's purpose (vv. 3-4)

3. Resentment makes you less productive. (v. 5)

4. Resentment will warp your perspective. (vv. 6-11)

1. Relationships (17-22)

2. Remembering (23-26)

3. Reverence (27-34)

1. Resentment will rob you of your peace and joy. (vv. 1-2)

2. Resentment will distract you from God's purpose. (vv. 3-4)