Sermons on Ruth 1:16:

"Being Full And Running On Empty"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 18, 2008

I question Naomi’s statement. Naomi said that she had left Bethlehem “full” and had come back to Bethlehem “empty.” If she had been so “full,” Why then, had she ever left Bethlehem to begin with? Empty? Didn’t Ruth just pledge to be at her side?

Title: “Being Full and Running on Empty” Introduction: I question Naomi’s statement. Naomi said that she had left Bethlehem “full” and had come back to Bethlehem “empty.” If she had been so “full,” Why then, had she ever left Bethlehem to begin with? But it is the second part of that ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:8-22

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth: Quitting Is Not An Option Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Feb 10, 2009

This part 1 of a series on the life of Ruth. The theme is how God providentially moves in the lives of those who commit to Him.

RUTH: QUITTING IS NOT AN OPTION Ruth 1:1-22 By Pastor Ralph Juthman INTRODUCTION: Illustration- Ladies/Men Answer this Question, what is the title of your favotite movie, TV show or book ( other than the Bible). There are obvious differences. Personally, I like movies/tv shows and books that ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Orpah Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Aug 12, 2008

Orpah had the truth, but turned her back on God.

Orpah – 10th August 2008 am Ruth 1:1-18 Orpah was a Moabitess, a member of an accursed race. She was born and bread in paganism. The gods of her people were fearful demon gods, the most feared of all these gods was Chemosh. The priests of Moab were powerful and cruel. If any disaster threatened ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

She Was Stedfastly Minded

Contributed by W. Alderman on Aug 20, 2008

Message showing how Ruth returning with Naomi pictures the believer after salvation

“SHE WAS STEDFASTLY MINDED” Ruth 1:1-18 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: When Elimelech left Bethlehem-Judah, he left and then lost all… How easy it is to leave God’s best for only Satan’s good. Satan does not mind giving you only the good if he can keep you from the best. Elimelech, upon going to ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Whatever You Do Is Fine! Series

Contributed by Eric Bain on Sep 5, 2007

This sermon looks at the tragic consequence of our sin in the lives of others.

Whatever You do is Fine! Ruth 1 © 2007 Eric Bain NOTE: An audio version of this sermon is available at www.sanctuary-church.com This morning we are beginning a new - four week series looking at an OT Narrative… called Ruth. Grab a Bible... • Open to Ruth • Don’t be afraid to use the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

What Are Your Commitments?

Contributed by Michael Durst on Dec 6, 2007

A look at the extreme commitment of Ruth, and how we should do likewise.

I have had the privilege of officiated two weddings this summer. Since being ordained last May, I have officiated a total of four weddings, and two of the four have been relatives of my wife. Jen has a big family, and by family I am not referring to brothers and sisters. She only has one ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Holiness

Tragedy Series

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 12, 2007

Tragedy can cause me to be better or bitter.

Ruth 1 - Tragedy We are beginning a new series for Advent. Advent means "coming towards" in Latin. Advent means the days approaching the coming of the Christ on earth. We take these four weeks to celebrate the coming of Christ years ago. So you may be wondering why I am having us read from the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Outsider To Royal Ancestress

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Dec 17, 2007

THE STORY OF A WOMAN’S FAITH AND HOW GOD FULFILLS HIS PLAN IN ALL OF US.

OUTSIDER TO ROYAL ANCESTRESS RUTH 1:6-17 INTRO: GREAT LOSS 1: ELIMELECH DECIDED TO LEAVE A) IT WAS HIS CHOICE TO TAKE HIS FAMILY TO MOAB B) V 1 A CERTAIN MAN OF BETHELHEM JUDAH WENT TO DWELL IN MOAB C) THERE WAS FAMINE IN ISRAEL D) AND MOAB DID NOT SUFFER FROM THIS FAMINE E) ELIMELECH DIES IN ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-17

Denomination: Other

The Favor Of God Will Produce Blessings!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 26, 2007

The Favor of God will Produce Blessings! We through life endeavor to get the favor of people. Whether we are in sales, trying to get the favor of an account or a young man interested in a young lady, a child with his father, a student with his teacher, w

The Favor of God will Produce Blessings! We through life endeavor to get the favor of people. Whether we are in sales, trying to get the favor of an account or a young man interested in a young lady, a child with his father, a student with his teacher, worker with his boss, etc. However, we should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:1-3, Deuteronomy 7:7-8, Ruth 1:1-19, Deuteronomy 7:7

Feast Or Famine Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Aug 1, 2007

Ever experienced a famine in your life, a spiritual lack, a time of trial? What do you do? This sermons looks at how to turn your famine into a feast.

From Famine to Feast Ruth 1:1-14 In the first of this series we began to look at Abrahams life and to look at his example of the footsteps of faith he took. In Genesis 12 he left Canaan for Egypt because of famine. This sermon is a stand alone but answers the question how to turn your famine into ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-14, Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Batman, The Dark Knight: Endure Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon about how the hero people need can be found in Jesus Christ, and we can endure in the face of evil and trials.

INTRO: Video * The Dark Knight is now the 2nd highest money maker grossing over 500 million * Just beating the previous record holder Spider Man 3 * Perhaps there is such a draw (in an uncertain time. * Because everyone really does want a hero * And perhaps all of them deal with their own ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Can't Cover Your Sin Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 8, 2009

Deciding to 1)Cover up 2) Give up or 3)Stand up in the midst of difficulties.

A firestorm has been brewing as of late over revelations of lavish and questionable spending at eHealth Ontario, a provincial agency tasked with creating electronic health files. A freedom of information request revealed the agency spent $5-million in untendered contracts in only four months, from ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-18

Denomination: Other

On The Road Again: Going The Wrong Way Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

Four observations from Ruth about Elimelech, a backslidden Christian.

INTRODUCTION The story of Ruth has often been called the greatest piece of literature ever written and the Cinderella story of the Bible. I’m calling our study, “The Romance of Redemption,” a title I borrowed from Ray Stedman. How many of you have already read the story of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Woman Of Worth Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2010

God in His providence is working in our lives today, whether we realize it or not. When life hurts, we can choose to be bitter, like Naomi, or we can be like Ruth--trusting the Hand of Providence, in spite of unanswered questions and an uncertain future.

Ruth. A love story. A book of history. A lesson about faith and loyalty. But most of all, a book about God, the One behind-the-scenes. As we encounter Ruth we learn how God takes an active role in our lives. We learn through this short story that the human events we regard as circumstance are ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Congregational