Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places

Ruth 3

Sermon Notes:

(Outline taken from David Strain, Ruth & Esther: There is a Redeemer & Sudden Reversals, 53-62.)

1) The Persistence of Sin in a Believing Heart, 1-5

2) The Good News of Rest for a Restless Heart, 6-14

3) The Promise of Fullness for an Empty Heart, 15-18

Reflection questions:

1. Critique the following statement – “I don’t need to repent anymore; I’m a Christian.” Passages to consider: Ruth 1:20-21; 3:1-5; Romans 7:13-25.

2. How do you sometimes have trouble resting and trusting in the promise of God’s provision? In what ways do you think God is going to come up short? Reflect on Matthew 6:25-34.

3. How is Boaz good news for Naomi and not just for Ruth?