Sermons on Ruth 2:1-4:22:

7) Worthy Of Fame

Contributed by James Lyons on Jun 7, 2023

Part VII in a Series on Ruth

We left off in Ruth 4 where Boaz has contracted to marry Ruth in order to continue her departed husband’s lineage, and to redeem Elimelech’s property for Naomi. We saw that a nearer kinsman had been willing to redeem the property when he thought there was some profit in it for him. But when ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

Weary? Bad, Really Bad!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 9, 2023

We must not grow weary in well doing. This may seem like a really bad situation. e may seem hopeless. Our God has a plan...

WEARY? BAD, BAD, REALLY BAD… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) TEXT: 2 Corinthians 4:16 For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. 17 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-17, Galatians 6:7-9, Ruth 2:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spread Your Cloak Over Me

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 5, 2023

Boaz is compared to Jesus Christ. Ruth can be compared with you. We are asking Jesus to extend to us his love, protection, mercy and his kingdom and adopt the role of family head.

“I am Ruth, your slave,” she replied. “Spread your cloak over me, for you are a family redeemer.” Ruth 3:8 Spread your cloak over me means extend your protection, heritage, blessing, and love over me. Let me take refuge in your shelter. Make me part of your family and heritage. Take the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:8, Ruth 3:9

The Broken Vessel Remains Near Jesus’ Feet

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 5, 2023

Broken vessels have the privilege of resting, lying down, washing, and falling near Jesus’ feet. Mary got access to Jesus’ feet and had the privilege of washing and kissing them.

Broken vessels have the privilege of resting, lying down, washing, and falling near Jesus’ feet. Mary got access to Jesus’ feet and had the privilege of washing and kissing them. There’s a chance Jesus will spread the corner of His garment over us when we’re at Jesus’ feet(Ruth 3:9). He becomes our ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:9, Luke 10:39

Naomi: A Bitter Woman Constantly Desiring Better, Ended Up A Nourisher Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023

We can list Naomi’s mistakes, but we remember how God used her in spite of them.

A. HOW NAOMI COMPROMISED 1. She compromised her spiritual priorities. a. Did not continue in difficulties. “A famine in the land” (Ruth 1:1). b. Enticed by the well-watered plains of Moab (1:1). c. Left the Promised Land. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem" (Judah 1:2). 2. She compromised her ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:20, Ruth 4:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

3) Finding Grace

Contributed by James Lyons on Mar 31, 2023

Part III in a series on the book of Ruth

Last week, we began Ruth chapter 2 where a Moabite widow under the curse of the law went out one morning looking for grace. And God guided her steps into the field of the one man in Bethlehem who could give this woman with no lineage an eternal lineage. 5 Then said Boaz unto his servant ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:5-18

Denomination: Baptist

5) The Virtuous Woman Series

Contributed by James Lyons on May 1, 2023

Part V in a series on the book of Ruth

5) The Virtuous Woman, Ruth 3:9-18 We’re in Ruth chapter 3 where the widow Ruth, at the advice of her mother-in-law Naomi, is approaching her kinsman, Boaz. She is appealing to him to fulfill his role as her nearest kinsman and raise up an heir to her deceased husband. This scene takes ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

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

Becoming A Worthy Woman

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 21, 2024

A worthy woman is a worshipping woman.

Becoming a Worthy Woman Ruth 3:11 Rev. Brian Bill May 11-12, 2024 Beth and I returned on Tuesday after doing some intensive grandparenting with some of our grandsons while their parents were out of the country. We were also able to spend time with one of our granddaughter for a few days. We’re ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 3:13-14 - Message 8 – Praise The Lord – We Have Been Purchased From The Strong Prison Of The Enemy Called "Curse”. We Are Free! Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 21, 2024

The curse of sin brought death but Jesus took our curse on the cross. We are redeemed and all the great promises of Abraham are given to us by faith. This is a lovely passage today, and it could be an Easter message as well. Christ died for our sins becoming the curse for us. Easter.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 3:13-14 - MESSAGE 8 – PRAISE THE LORD – WE HAVE BEEN PURCHASED FROM THE STRONG PRISON OF THE ENEMY CALLED “CURSE”. WE ARE FREE! I guess this is a good time to recap so far. Paul preached the gospel through Galatia and there were a lot of believers in a number of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:8-9, Galatians 3:13-14, Romans 2:12, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Ruth 4:6, Ephesians 2:12-13, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Deuteronomy 21:22-23, Ephesians 1:3, Genesis 22:17-18, Genesis 15:18, Acts 20:32, Ephesians 1:11, Ephesians 1:18, Genesis 15:1, 1 Corinthians 3:8, Colossians 3:23-24, Hebrews 6:11-12, Revelation 4:1, Ephesians 1:13, 2 Corinthians 7:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 17, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"Parable of the Rich Fool" Luke 12:13-21 A sermon for 8/7/22 - Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 12 “13 Then one from the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” 14 But He said to him, “Man, who made Me a judge or an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, 1 Peter 4:10, Matthew 10:7-10, Genesis 19:1, Ruth 4:1-2, Ephesians 4:28, Ephesians 6:10-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Activity Of Ruth Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

In this chapter, we see the activity of Ruth. What did she do when she came to a new land and what was her purpose?

She Gleaned When the barley and wheat were fit to be collected, gatherers were employed to chop down the stalks and tie them into packs. Israelite law directed that the corners of the fields were not to be reaped. Likewise, any grain that was dropped was to be left for the gleaners, those ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Acknowledgment Of Boaz Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

As widows, Ruth and Naomi could only anticipate trouble.

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 her to check whether Boaz would assume ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Alliance Of The Bridegroom Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

Boaz talks with his relatives.

Boaz knew where to find his relative, at the city entryway. This was the focal point of movement. Nobody could enter or leave the city without going through the city gate. Dealers set up their brief shops close to the entryway, which additionally filled in as a "city hall." Here city ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faithfulness Produces Grace – Ruth, Part 3 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 23, 2022

God still provides, even when we think there is no hope. But - don’t miss this - WE have to make an effort! Ruth went to work, she did not just wait for God’s blessing – she set out to survive and God honored that through Boaz!

“Faithfulness produces Grace” – Ruth, Part 3 Ruth Sermon Series, Part 3 Ruth 2:1-17 Introduction - Last week we set the foundation of Ruth around some very difficult times -- Famine causes a family to move from God’s land, disobeys God’s commands - Week 1 exposed a hard lesson – and one that ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational