The book of ruth Backround Set in the times of the Judges (Ruth 1:1) Likely written by Samuel the prophet Covers at least 10 years (Ruth 1:4) Only book in the Bible wholly devoted to the story of a woman. Theme of the book is loyalty and redemption
The book of ruth Survey Famine & sojourn to Moab (1:1-5) Sad return home (1:6-22) Ruth gleans in the fields of Boaz (2) Ruth follows counsel of Naomi (3) Ruth marries Boaz (4:13) Obed is born-grandfather of David (4:13-16) Genealogy of David/Jesus (4:18-22)
The book of ruth Keys Key verse: 1:16-17 Key Chapter: 4 Key word: Loyalty
The book of ruth Christ Boaz is a type of Christ: Redeemer Lord of harvest Dispenser of bread Giver of Rest Giver of Riches (blessings) Our strength Righteous are rewarded Circumstances don’t have to determine faithfulness to God