Queen Esther, the heroine of the Purim story, is widely regarded as one of the greatest Jewish women in history. He finally says 'Wretched man that I am! [6] ↩  This is obviously the reason the law was given by God. At this point he knew that no amount of trying harder or resisting more was going to cut it. Jesus has purchased us from our place of slavery to sin, Satan and the world. That wouldn't do now would it? too are raised to live a new life of faith and will eventually be sacrificing his Son. plan for Ruth's life. It started with bitterness, but it ends with a smiling and blessed Naomi. marry Ruth (4:8-9). There was only one who would redeem Ruth and that is Boaz. 4. The Book of Esther never mentions God by name, there is never the word “prayer” uttered, and the only spiritual discipline that is mentioned is fasting but that never says anything about prayer and fasting. Obviously he needed to pay the price that we could be bought back to God, but he never intended our salvation to end there. Rom 7:4 tells us that 'you also were made to die to the law... so that you may be joined to another (Jesus)... in order that you might bear fruit for God!' Have you felt the conflict over where your deliverance comes from? And God loves to make a 'somebody', out of a 'nobody.'. Her amazing story portrays how God accepts a person no matter what his or her background is. Ruth's decision versus ________________'s decision (1:14), Naomi ("pleasant") versus ________________("_______") (1:20), Naomi from Bethlehem versus Ruth from _______________ (1:22), Compassion of Boaz versus self-interest of ______________(4:6). How famous did the Lord become? the Moabitess illustrates that God's redemptive plan extended beyond For where you go I will go, and where you lodge, I will lodge. Read: Ruth 1:15-18. are co-heirs with men of God's salvation grace (I Peter 3:7). She ended up giving 'Christianity' away for a few years. There are only two ways of being redeemed and bought back to God - either you believe in the work of the Lord Jesus Christ in dying for you on the cross or you live in total obedience to the law of God, not breaking one commandment your whole life! 'So I thought to inform you, saying, 'Buy it before those who are sitting here, and before the elders of my people. Ruth is finally free to marry Boaz  [7]  and we read that not long after 'the Lord enabled her to conceive, and she gave birth to a son.' God’s Love for the Gentiles. [10] ↩  Although his fame is like what Larry Norman sings in his song Readers Digest - 'they look at Jesus from afar, they call him a superstar!' The story of Naomi and Ruth are woven together closely that their stories are nearly inseparable. of Elimelech's land, the kinsman will also acquire a wife! the selfless concern of an earthly kinsman-redeemer. He was the problem so he can't be the solution. [8]  Psalm 127:3 says 'Behold, children are a gift of the Lord; the fruit of the womb is a reward.' Naomi later on lost her husband and she was left with her two sons. Home >> Bible Studies >> Ruth >> Ruth 4 These small group studies of Ruth contain outlines, cross-references, Bible study discussion questions, teaching points, and applications. It is like the looking-glass which my lady holds up to her face, that she may see if there be any spot on it. Paul wrote 'Is the Law sin? Second, Ruth, demonstrates that women Ruth is a Moabite daughter-in-law to an Israelite named Naomi (see Ruth 1:4). Does freedom from the law lead to fruitfulness? Simple really. ? 'I will redeem it' he responds and he fully intends to do what he says! In a previous post, I wrote about Naomi and Ruth, from the perspective of a daughter-in-law, but today, we are going to get to know her on a deeper level. Don't allow Satan to do this, remembering as Paul did when he was at his lowest 'Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.' Ruth was a woman used mightly by God! So they named him Obed. Get the foundation right and growth and fruit will result! Verse 10 says 'If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love'. It receives its light from the sun (a picture of the Lord), and the amount of the moon we see lit up is a reflection of how much of it has been exposed to the sun. sold by a relative in distress, and continued a dead relative's bloodline Ruth 4:16-20 Then Naomi took the child and laid him in her lap, and became his nurse. The book of Ruth has reminded us of God's love for, and faithfulness to, His people in all situations, and this final chapter shows us how all the elements of a once seemingly-hopeless situation are part of God's plan for Ruth's life. It is also about our relationship with Jesus Christ. Understanding this chapter as we should will enable us to understand the entire book, so we should listen well to what God has to say to us in this text. Now that faith has come, we are no longer under the supervision of the law. Wouldn't fit the story! But this story (as hopefully you have by now gathered) is not only about Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz. See 1 Cor 15:56. a Christian, remember to daily thank our Redeemer for 'May he also be to you a restorer of life and a sustainer of your old age; for your daughter-in-law, who loves you and is better to you than seven sons, has given birth to him. H ere are 5 important lessons that I learned from the Book of Esther.. [2] ↩  Romans Chapter 7 is obviously the best place to look at. So true! With each step, leadership lessons become clear to me from Ruth’s life: 1. Let me briefly illustrate three of these. I believe that the closer relative is a picture of the law and this should become clear through the verses to come. The gate of a city was the place of gathering and judgment and the And the law, though it reveals our sin, our shortcomings, our transgressions, it cannot remove the sin or the transgression. LESSONS FROM RUTH CHAPTER 1. Famous enough to have our calendar split from before and after His birth  [10]  . Messianic line (4:17, 22; see Matthew 1:5). No amount of good works or helping old ladies across the street can do this. The earth can get between the sun and the moon so that no light shines on the moon. Ruth made a sacrifice of love for Naomi. The town elders bless the union of Boaz and INTRODUCTION: 1. This again pictures our Lord Jesus, 'in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of our sins.' If you will redeem it, redeem it; but if not, tell me that I may know; for there is no one but you to redeem it, and I am after you.'' [12] ↩  John wrote 'In Him (Jesus) was life and that life was the light of men.' Ruth, Naomi, and Ruth's dead husband: not only did he continue the God loves happy endings just as much as we do! [5] ↩  The sandal coming off and given to another is quite symbolic. The book of Ruth has reminded us of God's love for, and faithfulness RUTH. And Ruth’s sister-in-law Orpah followed that advice. I’m so proud of you for sticking with us! John MacArthur: Talk about a hard time, right? Sixth, Boaz, as a type of 1. Ruth 4 – The Marriage of Boaz and Ruth A. It doesn't save us from the penalty of sin or from the power of sin. Ruth had to be free from the closer relative so that she could marry Boaz. It is like the looking-glass which my lady holds up to her face, that she may see if there be any spot on it. Ruth Chapter 4: Fruits of Freedom. Ruth worked harder than the others, which Boaz noticed. It's the same with us. (Col 1:14) But I want to note one other thing here. According to the word of God true freedom from the law is the VERY THING that allows fruit to be produced in our lives! Ruth's story from the Bible is a remarkable journey of faith and of God using anyone to do His wll. The closer relative is happy to be the redeemer until Ruth comes on the scene! Do What You Know Is Right, Not What Looks Right to Others. Here’s 10 Lessons We Learn From the Book of Job 1.) Enter Jesus! blood brings. It is the central truth to the New Testament that is usually forgotten. ', 'May his name become famous in Israel'. Read Romans 7 and you will see that he wants to be delivered and has tried being good and obeying the law but its not good enough. Apart from him you can do nothing and that includes all of the commandments that are stated in the New Testament! Then Boaz said to the ten elders and all the people, 'You are witnesses today that I have bought from the hand of Naomi all that belonged to Elimelech and all that belonged to Chilion and Mahlon. For the Christian, our positional redemption is completely past tense - we have been redeemed. In 4:1-2, Boaz arranges a meeting among this Today preschoolers will learn that God wants them to love their friends. Does our ongoing deliverance from the power of sin come from our best efforts to keep Gods law or is it also by trusting in the Lord Jesus as we did when we first met Him? She was building on sand! There's only one small tiny problem that prevents this from happening, and here she comes! The logical thing for Ruth to do when her husband died was to go home to her own family and look for a new husband. [7] ↩  Isn't the word of God awesome in that the types used by the Holy Spirit are consistent throughout scripture. These ten elders are a picture I believe of the ten commandments that also tell us these two very things - they witness that the law itself cannot save but they also witness of the one who can. For years Ruth had been barren, but having come into this new relationship with Boaz, we see the blessing of God and the fruitfulness of Ruth! Studying the women of the Bible, has been such an amazing journey for me. implements a plan that will bring Ruth and him together, even though Gal 3:23-24. The law in itself is perfect, portraying the character of God, but it cannot free us from the power or penalty of sin. This is also true of us. Two things get in the way. Then…his life unraveled. There are many things we could learn from her story in … and memory through levirate marriage. Naomi departed from her native land with her husband and two sons to escape tough economic conditions. So she departed and went and gleaned in the field after the reapers; and she happened to come to the portion of the field belonging to Boaz, who was of the family of Elimelech. Naomi has gone from a bitter back-slidden woman, to a blessed and famous mother in Israel. nAccording to the following verses, who is our redeemer and what has he "bought us back" from? The sandal came off and that was that! What an amazing plan God had for a series of “little” things that all added up to important pieces in God’s big plan. Her amazing life story contains lessons that apply to all of us. In chapter 1 of Ruth God's hand fell hard upon Naomi and her family. Ruth 4:1-2 Now Boaz went up to the gate and sat down there, and behold, the close relative of whom Boaz spoke was passing by, so he said, 'Turn aside, friend, sit down here.' So the closest relative said to Boaz, 'Buy it for yourself.' Now which one shall I choose? But she cannot wash her face with the looking-glass. 1. The nearer kinsman declines his right of redemption. You may be like Naomi once was, bitter at God, or Ruth, far from the knowledge of the true God. It cannot take away a single spot, it can only show where one is. According to The New Unger's Bible Dictionary, the word redeemer Why so indecisive? While in Moab, her husband and sons all died. “But Ruth said, ‘Do not urge me to leave you or to return from following you. Likewise there is only one who is our redeemer and that is the Lord Jesus  [3]  . timing? Finally, David's He is the father of Jesse, the father of David. Lesson 4 Day One: Surveying the Chapter Please read Esther 4. And the neighbour women gave him a name, saying, 'A son has been born to Naomi!' kinsman." Be a woman of character. There is nothing wrong with the law of God. Yet nor should we read the commandments in the New Testament like Israel would have read the Old Testament. 31:10 (see 3:11). and her destitute mother-in-law blessed by their Redeemer through So she tried. story. Ruth 4:3-4 Then he said to the closest relative, 'Naomi, who has come back from the land of Moab, has to sell the piece of land which belonged to our brother Elimelech. Here are four relationship lessons I gleaned from my most recent re-reading of the book of Ruth. Ruth claimed Israels God as her own which was a huge deal bc she was a Moabite who did not believe in God. The sun he created to govern the day, and the moon he created to rule the night. I’ve recently written about Rahab, Deborah, and Esther, but today, I’m excited to explore Ruth with you.. That's what mankind needed right from the garden where the other tree, the one which they forgot to eat from, was the Tree of Life. [1] ↩  Here is a small clue if you're really not sure. Heb 12:2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, Ruth Chapter 1 Bible Study: Counting the Cost, Ruth Chapter 2 Bible Study: Growing in Grace, Ruth Chapter 3 Bible Study: Rewards through Refining, Ruth Chapter 4 Bible Study: Fruits of Freedom, What part the law now plays in our Christian life. Her two daughters-in-law wanted to go with her. There has got to be another redeemer around here somewhere... [3] ↩  At the end of Romans 7 Paul makes the discovery that he doesn't just have a problem - he is the problem! Naomi lived with her husband and sons in the land of Moab when she lost all of them. And he took ten men of the elders of the city and said, 'Sit down here.' Ruth's story easier. It is perfect and holy and if it could redeem us it would  [2]  . Are you living trusting in God to produce the life he requires or striving forth in a vain attempt to do what only He can do? Our lives are being looked at. (Hebrews 9:22, 28) God provided the perfect sacrifice--His The moon (a picture of the church) has no light of its own. God's will. They simply declare Ruth 4:17-22, more than 25% of the whole chapter, to be an interpolation The notion that the Book of Ruth was written in post-exilic times is unacceptable for the simple reason that at such a period in Israel's history, there could have been neither any interest in the production of such a book nor any motive whatever for terminating the genealogy with David. The fruit which a free yet dependant Christian produces is from the Spirit in him and could never be produced by some just trying to be good. Boaz was the redeemer of Also look at this verse from Boaz' point of view. . [9] ↩  I was speaking to a friend recently who spoke of her 'Christian' upbringing. the women from their hopelessness and despair. blood. It's the same picture as Ruth. 5. Shortly after he is introduced to us we see him greet his workers by saying, “The LORD be with you” (vs.4b) and they responded back by saying, “The LORD bless you!” (vs..4c). But we see here the willingness of Boaz to do this! ? relative, the town elders, and himself and reveals that in the purchase Starting from the wrong foundation she found all her efforts bought little or no reward. Before we dive let‟s set the scene with a little background information. [12]. Either the closer relative or Boaz has to redeem Ruth and no other options are available! Now let's focus on some important, timeless themes in Ruth's understanding the customs and laws of the day makes understanding Would you currently say that you are fruitful or barren  [9]  ? But look at what Jesus also said a few verses before in the same chapter- 'I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me, and I in him, he bears much fruit; for apart from Me you can do nothing.' instead turn to God, repent of those sins, and through baptism, Chapter four of the book of Ruth begins with a man named Boaz informing the family member who was next of kin in redeeming the land and heritage of Elimelech (Naomi’s husband), and that heritage included Ruth, his daughter-in-law.. If we slip up, the Holy Spirit uses the word of God to draw us back to Jesus, while reminding us of God's grace and finished work on the cross. Ruth in verses 11-12, and the couple soon has a son. 2. son's blood--that saves those who accept it. And that's why when it lists the fruit of Spirit in Galatians 5:22 it ends with 'against such things there is no law.' 2. One of them, a woman named Ruth, gives us valuable lessons on faith. Make up your mind! OBJECTIVES: Each should be able to tell the story of Ruth and understand what it means to be dedicated, devoted, and determined. nFrom 4:16-22, what is the name of Ruth and Boaz's son? Lesson Title: Ruth is Faithful Bible Reference: Ruth 1:1-22 Target Age Group: Preschool We deserve to die for our sins (verse 23), but we can And she said to her, 'Go, my daughter.' In taking the shoe off and handing it to Boaz the kinsman was symbolically indicating that he had relinquished his right to buy that land and had given that right to Boaz. (Rom 3:19). could legally claim Ruth as his wife. That stinking tree of the knowledge of good and evil had us thinking that we could live independent of God. With such tragedy in her life, she decided to return home. These verses tell us that Jesus' blood redeemed these May it never be... the law is holy, and the commandment is holy and righteous and good.. For we know that the law is spiritual, but I am of the flesh, sold into bondage to sin.' Taken from a legal mindset this means that I have to do everything in the word else Jesus won't love me. But notice that it says that you are free from the law so that you may be joined to another. She has gone from a widowed gentile, far from God, to become a mother in a line that would not only produce King David, but would one day give to the world their redeemer, the Messiah, Jesus Christ. So the law was put in charge to lead us to Christ (by witnessing that only he could save us) that we might be justified by faith. bRead all four chapters of Ruth.. (1-2) Boaz meets the nearer kinsman at the city gates. Silence Doesn’t Mean it’s not There. This is the same picture that is given in Romans 7 where it states 'you also were made to die to the Law through the body of Christ, that you might be joined to another, to Him who was raised from the dead, that we might bear fruit for God.' Boaz is willing to redeem Ruth but the first option to do so is granted to this 'other man'. What other contrasts do you see? There is nothing wrong with the law but something seriously wrong with our sinful nature. nWhat name does God use for Himself in Isaiah 48:17? What is one time when God's timing was definitely not YOUR Little was mentioned of grace or the importance of her dependence upon Jesus. And the closest relative said, 'I cannot redeem it for myself, lest I jeopardize my own inheritance. That sort of response would not have been possible had Naomi not set such an example in life, in faith and in loss. You can be as dedicated as you like to keeping Gods word but if its in your own strength then you are still looking to the wrong redeemer. God intended for Ruth to be a part of the story of the lineage of Jesus. There is also the ongoing process in our Christian lives where we must continually look at where our redemption comes from. Who will deliver me from this body of death?' Ruth portrays the virtuous woman of Proverbs. Objectives for lesson 4 ' List examples of our themes found in this chapter ' Identify a literary connection completed in this chapter ' Memorize the NT book and chapter that embodies the lessons learned in Ruth Ruth and Boaz at the Threshing Floor (1-18) In Class . And she failed! As Christians the fruit in our lives is our character and also other people that have been drawn to the Lord because of our witness. The New Testament tells us that 'before this faith came, we were held prisoners by the law, locked up until faith should be revealed. Because Naomi had lost her h… And he turned aside and sat down. Christians from the world and from trying to earn salvation by In Jesus' death It clearly shows that it's not the law that is wrong - but that we are. Bible Study: Book of Ruth Chapter 4. Ruth in this chapter finds herself in the same predicament. Not because she didn't believe, but simply because she couldn't live up to the standard which was being imposed upon her. To her, while growing up, God was simply looking upon her efforts to see how well she did. Chapter one, verses 16-17 show the great lengths she was willing to go to be with Naomi as a friend and helper. SUBJECT: Love TITLE: Love Lessons from the Life of Ruth PROPOSITION: We see in Ruth’s love 1) Dedication, 2) Devotion, 3) Determination. Charles Spurgeon. So this Bible study lesson in Ruth's life can help us learn: The mysterious closer relative pops up again! Well, Ruth is, and of course, you are. 4) God uses “little” things to accomplish great plans. Being free from the law doesn't mean that there is no right and wrong anymore or that God doesn't care how we live. 6:1-11, 23 for a picture of how you can be saved by Jesus' List an insight you've gained from each chapter of Ruth: Here are some additional insights concerning the book of Ruth from And he said, 'I will redeem it.'. wisdom and timing are often unfathomable to us. nWhat do the following Scriptures say about God's timing and/or waiting on God? How we act is so important but how w… Boaz's actions stand in contrast to those of the potential kinsman-redeemer's. Chapter 4 starts then, with this mysterious close relative. At least seven major theological themes emerge in Ruth. nWhat high price did our Redeemer pay for us? Ruth Chapter 4 Summary. Bad things happen to good people . ? In this post, let me share with you 7 lessons we can learn from the life… Normally rare...but not with God: A story with a happy ending! care (2:3) of seemingly unimportant people at apparently insignificant There are many marvelous lessons in this little book. So Boaz took Ruth, and she became his wife, and he went in to her. About the Text: The kinsman-redeemer declines and leaves the way open for Boaz to If the book of Ruth pictures our relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, then who is it that has a chance to redeem us before the Lord does? In the book of Joshua, we are introduced to a faithful woman known as Rahab. He was not a young man so imagine how thrilled he would have been to now have someone to share his life with. So being free from the law is not lawlessness or independence but dependence upon the only one who could ever live the life that is shown in the New Testament. The law is also very useful, because it shows us our defections and stains. The story of Ruth: I love it when a plan comes together! Ruth 4:14-15 Then the women said to Naomi, 'Blessed is the Lord who has not left you without a redeemer today, and may his name become famous in Israel. Usually we don’t see it coming, but there will be a moment in time when circumstances present themselves to us and we have a choice to make that ultimately will impact the lives of others. Judah (4:18-22; see Genesis 49:8-12). Not so! The book of Ruth demonstrates God’s love for the Gentiles, even in a period of history when the Hebrew people were given prominence due to their role in God’s redemptive plan for humanity. Whatpreparations does Boaz make in order to speak to Ruth’s kinsmen redeemer in verses 1-2? Be sure to browse the related resources at the end of this page for even more teaching ideas. The world is willing to admire him, do their Jesus Christ Superstar musicals but not follow Him as Lord. As we come to the end of our study and we see the blessing of God restored to Naomi. As we have already seen, There is a huge difference between the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the condemnation that Satan loves to place on us through the law. Its not freedom to do whatever you like, but freedom to live in a relationship dependant upon Jesus to produce in you what you never could. Boaz seems to be a patient man; in the first part of this chapter, he The story of Ruth has been one such Bible story for me. But … In the first five verses we read of Naomi’s plan for Ruth … chapter versus redemption and hope in chapter four, a hope that we It is about our full redemption and what Jesus can do with us. 'Moreover, I have acquired Ruth the Moabitess, the widow of Mahlon, to be my wife in order to raise up the name of the deceased on his inheritance, so that the name of the deceased may not be cut off from his brothers or from the court of his birth place; you are witnesses today.'. And he removed his sandal. Probably as thrilled as Jesus is in sharing his life with you! Neither should it fit ours. These kinsmen avenged slain relatives, bought back land Here are nine practical life lessons we can learn from Queen Esther:. Her two sons found wives, Ruth and Orpah, but 10 years later, both sons died as well. You completed 42 long chapters. Even if you are as far away as these two were, this story shows us that God can turn things around and make something, out of nothing. [5]  So too the law cannot redeem us. It is weak for that  purpose, because it was never intended to accomplish such an end. [4] ↩  It's important to get the balance in all of this. The law is also very useful, because it shows us our defections and stains. Well famous enough to be the most influential man to have ever lived. In fact, we know more about the relationship between these two women than we know about them individually. keeping the Old Testament law perfectly. Do you want to know these lessons and how to apply them in your life? Redeem it for yourself; you may have my right of redemption, for I cannot redeem it. There are different forms of life within creation - plant, animal, human, angelic but this one is talking about the highest life, Gods life. Lesson Four. Fifth, Ruth along with Tamar (Genesis 38), Rahab (Joshua Rom 8:1. You could make that one verse just as bad as being under the Old Testament law if you took it on its own. Satan uses the law to condemn us, planting thoughts in our mind that God is angry and far from us. Fourth, Ruth describes God's sovereign (1:6, 4:13) and providential Ruth and Boaz both shine as bright examples of purity, faith, and responsible living. the Jews to Gentiles (2:12). participate in Jesus' death and receive the forgiveness His If you are already Even though Ruth cleaves to Naomi, chapter 1 ends with Naomi's bitter complaint: "I went away full and the Lord has brought me back empty . One blow after another caused Naomi to say (1:13, 20), "The hand of the Lord has gone forth against me . God, in His providence, makes amazing things happen when we make ourselves available to Him. Col 2:6. It was then that Naomi decided to return back home to the land of Judah. There is a conflict over where her redemption will come from and in picture form I believe that this chapter answers questions about our deliverance as well.
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