Life Lessons from the Book of Ruth

By Susan D. Elliott

Discover the power of faith and resilience in Ruth's story of hope and healing. This book will give you the courage to overcome any obstacles that come your way and find lasting peace. With this book, you will: 

 

- Develop the strength to move forward and reclaim your joy
- Transform your outlook with newfound confidence and purpose
- Receive the encouragement to explore your faith and trust in God

- Uncover a newfound appreciation for life

 

This book contains an in-depth look at the book of Ruth and its relevance to today's woman. You'll find questions for discussion and suggestions to help you apply the teachings to your own life. Ideal for small groups or individual study. 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Atreju Gold
• Release date: Nov 3, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223162674

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Life Lessons from the Book of Ruth

Susan D. Elliott

Historical Background

The book of Ruth is unique among other books of the Bible. There are only two books contained in the word of God that are titled by the name of a woman. One is Esther, and the other is Ruth. According to an article titled The Book of Ruth Introduction, only two books in the Bible are written (or titled) by the names of non-Jews. One is the Gospel account of Luke, and the other is the book of Ruth.

Interestingly, Ruth is a book about a Moabite woman who chose to follow God during the Judges’ time. She is also the daughter-in-law of Rahab, the harlot, through her marriage to Boaz. Historians believe that Samuel wrote the book of Ruth, although no author is indicated within the text.

Matthew 1:5 records that Rahab and Salmon had a child named Boaz, who in turn married Ruth and had a child named Obed – the grandfather of King David. Because Ruth is the daughter-in-law of Rahab, it is believed that the events in the book of Ruth take place early during the period of the judges. Remember Rahab the harlot hid the spies in Jericho, as recorded in Joshua 2, and because of that, her family was kept safe when Jericho fell.

Many speculate why the Book of Ruth was written. Some have claimed that his Moabite heritage was questioned during the reign of David. These scholars believe that the book of Ruth was written to prove that his Moabite blood was from an honorable woman who believed in God and followed him faithfully. Ruth is often compared to the Virtuous Woman mentioned in Proverbs 31:10-31.

The book of Ruth demonstrates examples of familial love, marriage, the providence of God, and, most importantly, God accepts those who follow him. Boaz is a representation of the Christ. He is called the kinsmen redeemer several times, and as such, he redeems Ruth according to the Judaic Law. Ruth, a gentile, is joined to Boaz through marriage just like we are joined to Christ through the church, the bride of Christ. The book of Ruth consists of only four chapters, but within those pages, there is much to be learned from her example.

Ruth Stood Strong in Adversity

Where thou diest, will I die, and there will I be buried: the LORD do so to me, and more also, if ought but death part thee and me. When she saw that she was steadfastly minded to go with her, then she left speaking unto her." Ruth 1:17, 18

THE BOOK OF RUTH BEGINS with a great famine in the lands of Israel. The famine was so widespread that a man named Elimelech from