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Ruth Bible Study – Chapter 2
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The enduring virtue of ruth
Hey ladies! Let’s open our Bibles to Ruth Chapter 2, where we find her gleaning in the fields. The idea of sun-soaked fields and golden barley swaying in the breeze is a welcome sight, isn’t it? The crisp air and the warm sun make me want to step into the pages and glean alongside her. It’s not just for the sake of the weather, mind you, but also it’s her character I’m drawn to—someone who is ready to roll up her sleeves and humbly serve. Someone who has the kindness to look after Naomi the way that she did and the courage to follow her faith, regardless of where that path led.
In the fields of Boaz, we find a picture of our own walk in this world—a spiritual harvest where we, like the overseers in Ruth’s story, have a role to play. These overseers might represent us as believers, navigating a world where it’s all too easy to judge by outward appearances. Ruth, known to the harvesters simply as ‘the Moabite’ (Ruth 2:6), might have been overlooked based on her background. Yet, Boaz sees her with a different set of eyes, perhaps a reflection of how God looks beyond our external labels to the heart within.
This encounter in the fields of Bethlehem is a warm reminder for all of us to look deeper, to see others through the lens of God’s compassion and grace. It’s an invitation to value the dignity and worth of every person we meet, recognizing that in God’s field, we are all laborers with a purpose, each with a story that goes beyond what the eye can see.
In a world that often prioritizes physical beauty or charm, the story of Ruth turns our attention to what truly endures—character. The Bible doesn’t offer us descriptions of Ruth’s appearance; instead, it carefully details her virtues, her loyalty, her bravery, and her steadfastness. Ruth’s legacy is not one of fleeting beauty but of enduring virtue.
The focus on Ruth’s inner character over her physical appearance teaches us a profound lesson about what is valued in the kingdom of God. It’s not the allure of appearance that the Bible celebrates but the timeless beauty of a spirit aligned with God’s heart. Ruth’s story elevates the virtues that mark a life lived in faith and obedience.
This Week’s Challenge
This week, let’s make it our mission to recognize and affirm the value in someone who might not usually stand out in a crowd. Whether it’s through a conversation, an act of service, or a simple acknowledgment, let’s honor the unseen virtues in one another.
This Week’s Bible Verse
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Week at a Glance
TUESDAY: Ruth 2:1-3 RUTH SETS OUT TO GLEAN
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Work through the section in you study guide titled: Ruth 2:1-3 RUTH SETS OUT TO GLEAN
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WEDNESDAY – RUTH 2:4-16 BOAZ, A TYPE OF CHRIST
Work through the section in you study guide titled: RUTH 2:4-16 BOAZ, A TYPE OF CHRIST
THURSDAY – RUTH 2:17-23 A GLIMMER OF HOPE
Work through the section in you study guide titled: RUTH 2:17-23 A GLIMMER OF HOPE
Respond to at least one other person’s post in the group to encourage others.
FRIDAY – “THE BARLEY HARVEST”
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Read the section called “THE BARLEY HARVEST” in the study guide. Answer the questions in that section.
Share your reflections in the Facebook group.
SATURDAY – catch up day
Use this day to catch up on the study if you are falling behind.
SUNDAY – REST
MONDAY – Gleaning from Ruth chapter 2
Complete the sections at the end of Chapter 2 titled: Gleaning from Ruth Chapter 2 & Seeds of Renewal
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