Sermons on Ruth 1:11:

The Story Of Ruth - A Heroine In Search Of A Home Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

The major motif to watch for as you work your way through this story is a movement from emptiness, famine, and death to fullness, plenty, and life.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: As you walk down the red carpet, a frenzied mob swarms around you, demanding your autograph. The reporters are snapping your picture, nearly blinding you. Every ten feet, a television crew stops you for an interview. Have you just become the hottest newest star? ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-22

Under The Wings Of God There Is Hope Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 4, 2001

When life seems dark and dreary, God is still near. His nearness always ends in hope. Hope is faith under fire.

Under the Wings of God there is Hope Bible Background: This quiet tale of ordinary life stands in strong contrast to the war and strife of Judges, which relates to the same general period. No doubt many people lived just such a normal peaceful life during this time period. Although Israel’s ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Woman Who Impressed God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 15, 2002

What was it about Ruth that impressed God so much more than many others. After all, she was one of only 2 women to have a book dedicated to her story. Why?

OPEN: A Ph.D. candidate at the University of Southern California, was eager for the title of "doctor" - until one newly degreed professor shared his story. He said: A friend had called his home and asked, "Is the doctor in?" The Professor’s 10 year old son replied, "Yes, but he’s not the kind ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith To Be A Risk Taker Series

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 29, 2002

From the life of Ruth we discover helpful principles to apply faith to the challenges of everyday life.

Faith to be a Risk Taker Ruth 1:1-18 My message this morning is about a young woman that had faith to be a risk taker. Have you moved to a new area where you didn’t really know anybody except those moving with you. Moving and making new friends and adjusting to a new area are challenging ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Velcro Effect Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 1 of 4 of the series, Ruth: A Woman of Faith. uth "clung" to Naomi and refused to return to her "old life". This steadfastness to Naomi, Naomi’s people, and most importantly Naomi’s God serves as a challenge to Christians today. Are you experienci

THE VELCRO EFFECT Ruth: A Story of God’s Faithfulness Ruth Chapter 1 READ AT BEGINNING OF SERVICE: Lamentations 3:22-23 (NIV) 22 Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. 23 They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. INTRODUCTION For the ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23, Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope In The Hard Times Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 7, 2007

Do you go through difficult trials that don’t seem to have any way out? So did Naomi, but God showed his love and an alternative she hadn’t thought of, like he does with us.

Ruth was written in perhaps the 2nd half of the 12th century, making it contemporary with Jephthah and Samson of Judges 11 and following. This is important because if you didn’t know that you’d think there’s no way the events could take place concurrently with Judges. Judges is filled with ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Road Home Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jul 2, 2007

First in a four-part series on the book of Ruth; from chapter 1, the faithlessness of Elimilech and Naomi and the faithful, loyal pledge of Ruth.

Trinity Baptist Church June 10, 2007 Ruth: God redeems The Road Home Ruth 1:1-22 Chuck Swindoll describes how -- several decades ago -- Atlantic codfish were transported from the coast to the middle of the US. The shippers had problems at first. Their early freezing methods left the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Hope Over Happiness Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jan 18, 2011

God offers a future and a hope to all who trust in him more than we treasure earth’s rewards.

Scripture Introduction In his old radio show, Thru the Bible, J. Vernon McGee said, “The Book of Ruth is a pearl in the swine pen of the judges.” I’m not sure I would say just that, but these people did live in the time of the judges (about 1100 B. C.), which were not the best years for Israel. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Loyalty

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

Faithfulness to God’s people. Faithfulness of God. For LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary Leauge) Sunday.

Intro The words of Ruth are some of the most beautiful and moving words of Scripture. Ruth cried to her mother-in-law, Naomi: “Wherever you go, I will go, and wherever you live, I will live. Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God.” Such loyalty is moving and inspiring. Yet, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Breaking Through The Line Of Mediocrity

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Oct 10, 2010

Are you tired of living the status quo? Do you want to live beyond the standard? Do you want to break through the line of mediocrity and exprience the life changing power of God. You need to learn from the life of Ruth.

BREAKING THROUGH THE LINE OF MEDIOCRITY Reading: Ruth 1:1-18 The invisible dividing line between mediocrity and excellent life is evident in many people today. Everywhere, you can find people who after several trials and failures resolve to accept the status quo and believe the voice of lies that ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Commitment Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

This message comes from Ruth 1:6-18 and looks at Ruth's commitment to Naomi. This text shows believers how God has called us to be committed to Himself and to one another.

Christian Commitment Ruth 1:6-18 -Last week we started our study into the book of Ruth. Only two books named after women, Esther and Ruth. The message in the book of Ruth is the message of Gods redeeming mercy and Grace. -Last week we looked at the providence of God in the first 5 verses of Ruth. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-18, Ruth 1:16-18

A Good Word For The Mother-In-Law

Contributed by Jay Robison on May 13, 2010

Naomi was a powerful influence on the life of her daughter-in-law Ruth. This sermon examines their relationship. I also encourage positive family relationships.

Sources for this sermon include 1994 Minister's Manual and the Broadman Bible Commentary. Outline included at the end. A GOOD WORD FOR THE MOTHER-IN-LAW Mother’s Day 2010 RUTH 1:6-18 Baby asked God They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow, but how am I going to live there being ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

More Than Just A Love Story Series

Contributed by Thomas Donelan on Jun 8, 2010

In the first in a series of messages on the book of Ruth, a great love story set against the backdrop of the era of the Judges of Israel, we see the high price of sin and Ruth's great confession and how it applies to the church today.

Ruth Chapter 1:1-22 Introduction J. Vernon McGee calls Ruth "An addendum to the Book of Judges. A brochure of beauty. A bright picture on the black background of the judges."[i] Ruth 1:1 Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And a certain man ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Circumstances Changed Character's Concepts Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Jul 6, 2010

Naomi undergoes a changed perspective.

RUTH 1:20-22 CIRCUMSTANCES CHANGED CHARACTER’S CONCEPTS I. CHANGE: RUTH 1:20 A. Concepts. B. Character. C. Continuum. II. CIRCUMSTANCES: RUTH 1:21 A. Comparative. B. Charging. C. Constructive. III. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

You Can’t Do This Alone

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 13, 2010

Life cannot be lived outside of relationships. Your Christian relationships are vitally important.

# #November 14, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Ruth 1:1-19 Subject: Relationships Title: You Can’t Do This Alone I want to start out today by telling the whole congregation how happy I am to have you here. I’m happy to see those who have been here forever. I’m happy to see those who are new. I’m ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God