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Session 3 Video

In this session, we will see how Ruth and Naomi's lives have changed from empty to full, from seedless to fruitful, from curse to blessing. 

Session 3

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In this study, Beth DeFazio explores the story of Ruth, a devoted woman who exemplifies virtue, love, faithfulness, and loyalty. Through lessons on grief, covenant, love, and redemption, we discover the profound impact of God's glory in the midst of difficult circumstances. From emptiness to fullness, seedlessness to fruitfulness, and curse to blessing, Ruth's journey teaches us to trust in God's unexpected love. The narrative also highlights the power of sacrificial love and the redemptive work of God in our lives.


Expect the Unexpected

 Beth DeFazio explores the story of Ruth, showcasing how trust in God can turn grief into joy.

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**STUDY...**

- While Naomi’s losses are clearly articulated, Ruth has experienced loss of her own...

- Ruth’s vow in 1.16 isn’t to give herself a future, but a covenant to provide for ________.

- Understanding the harvest:
    - Harvesters –
    - Reapers –
    - Gleaners –

- Deuteronomy 24 & 28 call the Israelites to make accommodations for the ___________,
the ______________, and the ___________.

- Enter Boaz...
    - Description:
    - First words:
    - Interactions with Ruth – He empowers her, he ___________ for her, and he
__________ her.

- Chapter two ends quite counter culturally...

- Because of Ruth’s covenant care for ________, she receives covenant care from ______.

**DISCUSS...**
1. Share the most significant promise anyone has made to you. What did that promise cost the person? And how did that covenant enhance your relationship?
2. In this Old Testament text we see the gospel clearly as both Ruth and Naomi prioritize the other woman’s future before their own. Discuss your own experience of seeing Jesus’ sacrificial example displayed by people in your own story.
3. In today’s study we see Ruth challenge Boaz to move beyond the letter of the law to the spirit of the law. Share an example from your own discipleship where you have been following the letter of the law. What would it look like to follow the spirit of the law?
4. There is a theme of contrast in Ruth chapter two. We see empty to full, seedless to fruitful, curses to blessing, and more. Describe a contrast from your own life – a time when the future looked dim...but then God...
5. Pray and offer thanksgiving to God. Thank him for his gifts of empowerment, provision, and protection in your life.

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