Ruth was an outsider. When she returned to her mother-in-law's (Naomi) homeland she had nothing. But the Lord was gracious to her and provided redemption for her and her mother-in-law. The Lord provided a kinsmen redeemer in Boaz.
Main Point: Ruth and Naomi need redemption, Boaz provided that. How can we proclaim Christ's redemption for us to our neighbor...?
Boaz, A Type of Christ (1-6)
Boaz's Generosity (7-12)
God's Redemption Story (13-22)
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Main Point: In order to be good neighbors, in order to be a refuge for outsiders. How can we be more willing to enter into our neighbors concerns...?
See the Burden
Ruth's Burden (1-8)
Aid the Concern/Burden (9-18)
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Main Point: God offers Ruth refuge through the actions of Boaz. How do we offer refuge to our neighbors...?
We Can be a Refuge by Means of Hospitality (1-7)
We Can be a Refuge by Being a Safe Place for People (8-10)
We Can be a Refuge by Providing for Others (11-23)
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Main Point: God builds His kingdom through the hospitality of His people. What does it look to be a refuge for outsiders…?
We Must Recognize What its like to be an outsider (1-5)
We Must Envision Outsiders as Welcome (6-14)
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