Sermons on Rut 4:1:

Kinsman Redeemer

Contributed by Greg Van Heukelom on Aug 31, 2020

Boaz is a model for Christ's redeeming me, but also a model for how I am called to love others around me.

Kinsman Redeemer Aug 23rd 2020 Ruth 4 1. A Relative 2. Possessing the Necessary resources 3. Willing to pay the price 4. Willing to take the “Bride” Hello, I'm Pastor Greg from Calvary Reformed Church and we are here in Portage at the courthouse. We have a couple of courthouses in ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

My Redeemer Lives! Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 8, 2014

God’s plan of redemption has been in process for centuries on end, but what it comes down to is this: Jesus is our greater Boaz. He is the faithful Redeemer, who has paid the price to deliver us and to recover us for an eternity of joy.

Over the last few weeks, we have turned our attention the book of Ruth in the Old Testament, and now, today, we come to our final study of this remarkable account. As we have said, the story of Ruth is told in four episodes with a chapter given to each one of them. The first chapter is the story ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Clever Couple Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 4, 2021

Cleverness is the ability to skillfully work your way through complex circumstances to a goal that is your aim to reach. Godly cleverness is aiming for a goal that is pleasing to God. Boaz was blessed with godly cleverness. This is a virtue that has changed the entire world in which we live.

A young couple who had just gotten married, and who had received many valuable wedding gifts, established their home in the suburb. One morning they received in the mail two tickets for a popular show in the city. A note said, "Guess who?" The couple were amused as they tried to find ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-10

The Complexities Of Life Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 4, 2021

The happy ending of the story of Ruth, and the happy ending for millions of stories, are due to the reality of the complexity of life.

Not far from the scene where Ruth proposed to Boaz in the middle of the night, Musa Alami made a proposal of his own. This Arab boy was educated at Cambridge, and he went back to Palestine where he became very successful. But political turmoil came and he lost everything. He went out into the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-6

God Is Still At Work! – Ruth, Part 7 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 28, 2022

In the darkest days, time of Judges (Ruth 1:1), God was at work. Will you trust Him to be at work in your life today? Or, will you continue to do things your way, hoping it’ll all work out? That is really what this series comes down to … knowing God still has a plan!

“God is still at work!” – Ruth, Part 7 Ruth Sermon Series, Part 7 Ruth 4:1-22 Serious about Israel? See Michelle for an info package with reg forms Deposit due by Jan 8 … $500 per person. Introduction - How have we gotten to this point? - “Sometimes when you abandon God, your life ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22, Deuteronomy 25:7, Romans 8:28, Psalm 28:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

6) An Eternal Name

Contributed by James Lyons on May 12, 2023

Part VI in a series on the book of Ruth

We’ve just finished Ruth 3 where Ruth and Naomi have received an assurance from Boaz that one way or another, he’ll guarantee that Naomi would have an heir to carry on her husband’s name. Of course, we’re rooting for Boaz to be the one who marries Ruth. But there’s a closer kinsman that Boaz ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Did Boaz Acknowledge That Brought An Alliance?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 17, 2023

Ruth follows Naomi's plan, and later Ruth and Boaz are married.

THE ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF BOAZ Ruth 3:1-18 As widows, Ruth and Naomi could only anticipate troublesome occasions (1:8-9). In any case, when Naomi heard the report about Boaz, her hope for what's to come was reestablished (2:20). As was normal of her character, she considered Ruth first, empowering ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18, Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 44 – Elders Have Been Vanquished By Babylon. We Look At Joy And Music Ceasing. Then We Consider The Great Jewish Contribution In Music - Lamentations 5:14-15 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 11, 2025

Further to all the troubles, the elders no longer function with determining justice when they sat in the gate. Young men no longer play and enjoy music. The nation lost its joy. Israel has a rich legacy with Composers and Conductors and Performers. Joyful change at the Second Coming.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 44 – ELDERS HAVE BEEN VANQUISHED BY BABYLON. WE LOOK AT JOY AND MUSIC CEASING. THEN WE CONSIDER THE GREAT JEWISH CONTRIBUTION IN MUSIC - Lamentations 5:14-15 The nation is being surveyed, or rather, the remnant of Judah is lamenting its terrible conditions. We ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 5:14, Deuteronomy 21:18-21, Job 12:12-13, Proverbs 20:29, Ruth 4:1-2, Amos 5:15, Deuteronomy 23:3-4, Proverbs 31:23, Amos 5:10, Amos 5:11, Amos 5:12, Psalm 137:1-4, Jeremiah 7:34, Lamentations 5:15, Psalm 30:11, Psalm 118:24-26, Psalm 118:15-16, Psalm 118:13-14, Psalm 118:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ruth, Boaz And Redemption Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 7, 2024

So why is it so important that we have a book of the Bible named Ruth? Because of the redemption story. It parallels our own redemption story. Ruth was cursed as a Moabite. We are cursed as children of Adam.

Why is it so important for us that we have a book of the Bible named Ruth? Why are the last verses of the book of Ruth almost the first ones opening the New Testament? The first three chapters of Ruth start to answer these questions, but chapter 4 gives us clarity on the reasons why. The Book of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Justice And Redemption Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 13, 2025

This is the 4th Sermon from the Book of Ruth Series, "Faithfulness In A Fallen Land".

Series: Faithfulness In A Fallen Land [#4] JUSTICE AND REDEMPTION Ruth 4:1-22 Introduction: In this part of the story, we see how God's justice and His kindness work together. The story of Ruth, Boaz, and the kinsman-redeemer shows us that God cares about doing what is right, being kind, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Is Yet To Come! Series

Contributed by David Gauthier on Jun 21, 2001

What God can do with a heart full of hope!

Last week, we looked at how Ruth stepped forward and in a bold move, visited Boaz at the threshing floor in the middle of the night to propose marriage. Scene 1: Taking Care of Business (vv. 1-12) Boaz went to the city gates where the official business was taken care of. In the presence of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Moab To Messiah

Contributed by Chad Ballard on Apr 11, 2002

Through this unlikely couple, God brought redemption to you and me!

From Moab To Marriage To Messiah Ruth 4:1-22 Chad H. Ballard Introduction This morning we are going to finish looking at the book of Ruth, GOD’S LOVE STORY FOR US. The story of Ruth is one of the most fascinating stories I have ever heard. It’s true that it is a love story, but it is also ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Beautiful Short Story In The World

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Ruth’s love story tells of her "kinsman-redeemer" which points to Jesus as the Saviour of the world.

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SHORT STORY IN THE WORLD I think everybody likes to read a love story, especially if it’s true. The book of Ruth is such a story if it’s read at a superficial level and taken at its face value. It’s got all the ingredients: there’s a beautiful young girl who met a young man ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Kinsman Redeemer Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 4 of 4 of the series, Ruth: A Woman of Faith. The Old Testament practice of a kinsman redeemer is a wonderful type of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ! 

KINSMEN REDEEMER Ruth 4 Read at the beginning of the service: Ephesians 1:7 (NIV) 7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace INTRODUCTION Today we conclude our series on the book of Ruth (give a recap of what we’ve talked ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22, Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fear And Family

Contributed by Patrick Lane on Dec 20, 2000

Ruth’s story of irony and inclusion is also a reminder of God’s presence in the Christian community

What’s your greatest fear?… Anyone here afraid of spiders? I used to be afraid of spiders. I’m ok with them now, but for a while…. Well I remember once in college I woke up in my old dorm and there was a garden spider on top of my covers, about 10 or so inches from my head. He was looking at me ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist