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Read Ruth 2

Summary: Boaz is surprised by love, and Ruth is overwhelmed by grace.

Outline

I. The Field. (2:1–13)

II. The Meal. (2:14-23)

Reflection Questions

1. How did Ruth demonstrate her faith in God in Bethlehem?

2. When we commit our lives to the Lord, what happens to us happens by way of appointment and not by accident. Do you agree? Give examples from your life.

3. How was Ruth’s response to Boaz an example for Christians to follow in their response to Jesus?

4. What caused the positive change in Naomi’s attitude?

5. What reasons do you have to “rejoice in hope?

6. How is the Christian’s hope different from the hope that the world clings to?

7. One person trusting the Lord and obeying His will can change a situation from defeat to victory. Can you think of examples (biblical and contemporary) of this truth?

8. Grace is love that pays the price to help the undeserving one. What does that mean to you?

9. What obstacles to faith did Ruth have to overcome?

10. What was an important turning point in your life? Describe it.