In this section of Ruth, we're introduced to the most important word of the story, "Redeemer." This one word changes the whole story from a nice one about a man helping some women in need to God making things right. In doing so, he shows us how he'll redeem his people through Jesus and how he redeems even the hardest challenges we face.

Boaz sees Ruth in need and then goes above and beyond in helping her. This reflects both God's attitude towards us and sets an example for how we are called to meet the needs around us.

We're introduced to our third primary character in this story, Boaz. And we're told that he's a "worthy man." What makes someone worthy and what qualities and characteristics should we be striving for? In this message, we reflect on Boaz's character and the worthiness that is given to us in Jesus.

Ruth makes an incredible decision to stay with Naomi even though she's giving up her home, her family, and her life as she knows it. In reflecting on her love, sacrifice, and reception, we see a glimpse of Jesus' love, our sacrifice, and the Church's reception towards outsiders.

Naomi has experienced tremendous loss. This pain begins to metastasize into bitterness towards God and towards her lot in life. And yet, God works to thaw her cold heart through his loving presence and care through Ruth. In exploring this, we see how bitterness plays out in our lives and how God's love and forgiveness can overcome it.