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Ruth 2:1-7 – As Love Would Have It
Was it luck that led Ruth into the very place where she could meet the person who would save her life, or was it God’s love?
Our text in this study is: Ruth 2:1-7
Series: The Gleaning Lady
Gene Pensiero Jr
Find the rest of the series at https://calvaryhanford.com/thegleaninglady
Subscribe on YouTube at:
https://youtube.com/calvaryhanford
Read the notes at:
https://calvaryhanford.substack.com
Dive into the Book of Ruth with our ongoing Old Testament Bible study series! In this video, we explore the remarkable story of Ruth 2:1-7, a passage where what looks like coincidence is revealed to be the perfect, loving providence of God. We see a beautiful picture of a Savior who rescues the helpless.
Target Keywords: Ruth 2:1-7 explained, Bible study on Ruth, God’s providence, Kinsman-Redeemer, Boaz and Ruth, Old Testament deep dive, Christian Bible teaching, Calvary Chapel, study the Bible, gleaning in the Bible, Ruth the Moabitess, Jesus in the Old Testament, Gibbor Mighty Man, faith over circumstance, Robert Todd Lincoln rescue, Edwin Booth.
God’s Perfect Timing and the Mighty Man
Have you ever wondered about the odds in life? We start with a captivating true story of rescue involving Abraham Lincoln’s son, Robert Todd Lincoln, and John Wilkes Booth’s brother, Edwin Booth—a startling illustration of how fate seems to work. But in the Bible, the narrator of Ruth shows us that it’s “as Love would have it,” not luck.
The narrative introduces us to Boaz (Ruth 2:1), a “prominent man of noble character” from Elimelech’s family. We dig into the Hebrew word describing him: Gibbor, a “mighty man.” This title is a profound echo, as we connect it to Jesus Christ, the ultimate Mighty God (Isaiah 9), setting up Boaz as a type of Christ. Boaz’s character—his wealth, integrity, and good reputation—is key to understanding his role in this redemptive story.
Active Faith, Divine Direction
Ruth the Moabitess (Ruth 2:2) steps out in faith and courage, seeking to glean in the fields to provide for herself and Naomi. We discuss the Law of Moses and the vulnerable position she was in—a foreign woman in the time of the Judges. Her active search for a field in God’s will is a powerful message for our own lives: our motto is not “let go and let God,” but “seek His Kingdom.” The Lord orchestrates her steps, and she “happens” to be in the field of Boaz (Ruth 2:3). This is divine providence at work through the ordinary circumstances of life.
A Culture of Godly Relationship
Boaz arrives from Bethlehem (Ruth 2:4) and immediately sets a Godly example by speaking a blessing: “The LORD be with you.” We explore the importance of cultivating a culture of faith and gratitude in our daily lives—in our work, our schools, and our homes. Boaz was a man who stayed faithful in the face of famine when others (like Elimelech) abandoned their post. His faith made all the difference.
Boaz’s immediate care for Ruth is evident in his question, “Whose young woman is this?” (Ruth 2:5) and the servant’s answer, which highlights her Moabite heritage (Ruth 2:6). Just as Boaz extends hesed love to the outsider, the Bible reveals Christ’s love for us—He died for us “while we were yet sinners.” Salvation is a free gift received by faith in Jesus Christ, not by our own works or effort (Ruth 2:7).
Discover how this seemingly simple moment in the barley field is the beginning of a grand story of redemption, providing us with a clear illustration of Jesus Christ, our Kinsman-Redeemer, who rescues us from the pit of death and brings us to everlasting life.
New to the Bible? Interested in Calvary Chapel teaching? Join us as we unpack the eternal truths of God’s Word.
#RuthBibleStudy #GodsProvidence #KinsmanRedeemer #Boaz #Ruth #Christianity #BibleTeaching #OldTestament #CalvaryChapel #JesusChrist #Faith #Evangelical #BibleStudyOnline #Scripture
Do you see God’s providence at work in the seemingly coincidental moments of your own life? Let us know in the comments!
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Was it luck that led Ruth into the very place where she could meet the person who would save her life, or was it God’s love?
Our text in this study is: Ruth 2:1-7
Series: The Gleaning Lady
Gene Pensiero Jr
Find the rest of the series at https://calvaryhanford.com/thegleaninglady
Subscribe on YouTube at:
https://youtube.com/calvaryhanford
Read the notes at:
https://calvaryhanford.substack.com
Dive into the Book of Ruth with our ongoing Old Testament Bible study series! In this video, we explore the remarkable story of Ruth 2:1-7, a passage where what looks like coincidence is revealed to be the perfect, loving providence of God. We see a beautiful picture of a Savior who rescues the helpless.
Target Keywords: Ruth 2:1-7 explained, Bible study on Ruth, God’s providence, Kinsman-Redeemer, Boaz and Ruth, Old Testament deep dive, Christian Bible teaching, Calvary Chapel, study the Bible, gleaning in the Bible, Ruth the Moabitess, Jesus in the Old Testament, Gibbor Mighty Man, faith over circumstance, Robert Todd Lincoln rescue, Edwin Booth.
God’s Perfect Timing and the Mighty Man
Have you ever wondered about the odds in life? We start with a captivating true story of rescue involving Abraham Lincoln’s son, Robert Todd Lincoln, and John Wilkes Booth’s brother, Edwin Booth—a startling illustration of how fate seems to work. But in the Bible, the narrator of Ruth shows us that it’s “as Love would have it,” not luck.
The narrative introduces us to Boaz (Ruth 2:1), a “prominent man of noble character” from Elimelech’s family. We dig into the Hebrew word describing him: Gibbor, a “mighty man.” This title is a profound echo, as we connect it to Jesus Christ, the ultimate Mighty God (Isaiah 9), setting up Boaz as a type of Christ. Boaz’s character—his wealth, integrity, and good reputation—is key to understanding his role in this redemptive story.
Active Faith, Divine Direction
Ruth the Moabitess (Ruth 2:2) steps out in faith and courage, seeking to glean in the fields to provide for herself and Naomi. We discuss the Law of Moses and the vulnerable position she was in—a foreign woman in the time of the Judges. Her active search for a field in God’s will is a powerful message for our own lives: our motto is not “let go and let God,” but “seek His Kingdom.” The Lord orchestrates her steps, and she “happens” to be in the field of Boaz (Ruth 2:3). This is divine providence at work through the ordinary circumstances of life.
A Culture of Godly Relationship
Boaz arrives from Bethlehem (Ruth 2:4) and immediately sets a Godly example by speaking a blessing: “The LORD be with you.” We explore the importance of cultivating a culture of faith and gratitude in our daily lives—in our work, our schools, and our homes. Boaz was a man who stayed faithful in the face of famine when others (like Elimelech) abandoned their post. His faith made all the difference.
Boaz’s immediate care for Ruth is evident in his question, “Whose young woman is this?” (Ruth 2:5) and the servant’s answer, which highlights her Moabite heritage (Ruth 2:6). Just as Boaz extends hesed love to the outsider, the Bible reveals Christ’s love for us—He died for us “while we were yet sinners.” Salvation is a free gift received by faith in Jesus Christ, not by our own works or effort (Ruth 2:7).
Discover how this seemingly simple moment in the barley field is the beginning of a grand story of redemption, providing us with a clear illustration of Jesus Christ, our Kinsman-Redeemer, who rescues us from the pit of death and brings us to everlasting life.
New to the Bible? Interested in Calvary Chapel teaching? Join us as we unpack the eternal truths of God’s Word.
#RuthBibleStudy #GodsProvidence #KinsmanRedeemer #Boaz #Ruth #Christianity #BibleTeaching #OldTestament #CalvaryChapel #JesusChrist #Faith #Evangelical #BibleStudyOnline #Scripture
Do you see God’s providence at work in the seemingly coincidental moments of your own life? Let us know in the comments!
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