Redeeming Love
Introduction
The greatest act of love of all time took place when Jesus willingly died on the cross for us. God planned all along for Jesus to come to our rescue, and the Bible is filled with clues leading up to it. The book of Ruth shows us a picture of God’s amazing love, and at the same time, a glimpse at the behind-the-scenes work preparing the way for Jesus to come. In this series, we will gain a greater appreciation of God’s love for us and the world.
Hard Times, Hard Choices
April 17/18, 2021 • April 18, 2021 • Rusty Coram
As a single woman living in a time of lawlessness, Ruth had few options. One choice was to remain in the city with a long list of immoral opportunities for survival. The other choice was to leave the city to struggle in the open country.
Solid Character, Solid Outcome
April 24/25, 2021 • April 25, 2021 • Rusty Coram
In that time and place, Ruth would have been an easy target for exploitative men. She chose to be faithful and not take easy short-cuts, and was blessed because of it.
Big Plans, Big Results
May 1/2, 2021 • May 2, 2021 • Rusty Coram
The book of Ruth is one piece of a much bigger story of God’s redemptive plan to lead us all to Jesus.