Throughout the book of Ruth, we see God’s faithfulness to provide for his people.

There was famine, but God brought abundant food to Bethlehem (the house of bread).
There was childlessness, but God made Ruth’s womb fruitful.
Naomi had no one to care for her, but God gave her Ruth and Obed.
Israel was left without a king, but God provided David to unite and lead the nation.
Humanity is sinful, so God provided a king who would save us from our sins.

Discussion Questions

Is there a fact you learned, question you had, or truth you were reminded of during today’s sermon?
Why are there so many mentions of grain and the harvest through the book of Ruth?
How did Obed fill the emptiness that Naomi felt at the beginning of this story?
Was David the king that Israel needed? Why or why not?
How does this sermon inform our Joyful Worship, Humble Growth, Radical Hospitality, or Generous Service?