Jesus continues His message preparing the disciples for His departure. He tells them and us that in order for us to withstand defeat, discouragement, and loss of witness, we must stay close to the Holy Spirit and respond to His urgings and counsel.

As Jesus prepares His disciples for His departure, the center of His teaching urges them and us to stay close to Jesus. All of life calls upon us to remain close to God in order to succeed against discouragement and temptation.

Ruth, Boaz, Naomi, and the whole community rejoice in the birth of a son. God shows us from this story that those who wait on the Lord and trust His plan will always become satisfied.

Boaz redeems Ruth from her calamity in a way that pictures the redemption of our souls by Jesus.

Boaz is fired up to resolve the tension of Ruths situation. He goes to the one man that can help her. However, this no-name, self-absorbed man turns the blind eye to Ruths distress. Boaz however is quick to help. What legacy are we leaving with our choices?

Ruth and Naomi craft a plan to win the heart of Boaz. How hard are we working to accomplish great things for ourselves, others, and our church?

just the Good News of what Jesus did to rescue us from sin and death.

Ruth demonstrates her commitment to family by working hard to make the family work. How much energy do we put in to our relationships?

Boaz had eyes to notice someone in need. Are we watching for individuals or groups that need ministry from Gods church?

Naomi returns to the community of faith. Along with her is her daughter-in-law Ruth. We see her the value of community, a place where we can bear our souls to one another.