2. 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

3. 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)

4. The book of ruth Keys Key verse: 1:16-17 Key Chapter: 4
Key word: Loyalty

5. 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