Redemption in Ruth
Ruth 2 | Chris Meade | December 7, 2025
God’s providence is at work even when life feels dark or uncertain. There are no “chance meetings” in God’s redemptive story. Ruth “happens” into Boaz’s field not by luck but by God’s guiding hand. As we encounter Ruth 2, the author emphasizes the remarkable character of both Ruth and Boaz: Ruth’s loyalty, humility, and hard work, and Boaz’s kindness, integrity, and ability to “see the unseen and connect the unconnected.” Boaz becomes an example of someone whose faith shines in a dark culture, who not only prays for God to bless but becomes the means through which God does bless. Chris’ message calls believers to embody this same character—living with eyes up, noticing people who feel invisible, speaking life, and being intentional about blessing others as an overflow of God’s grace.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1. Where did the Holy Spirit speak or challenge you through God’s Word? Were there any “ah-ah” moments?
2. No Accidents or “It just so happened…” Read Ruth 2:1-3:
o Where have you seen “as it turned out” moments in your own life?
Looking back, can you identify times that seemed like coincidence but were clearly God’s providential hand guiding, protecting, or directing you—even before you realized it?
3. How does Ruth’s willingness to work hard in difficult circumstances inspire your approach to seasons of struggle?
o What might it look like for people to “glean faithfully” even when life feels uncertain or heavy?
4. Read Ruth 2:4-16 Boaz shines because of his character, not his circumstances.
o What is one specific area of character (integrity, kindness, purity, generosity, humility, inspiring, caring, protective, etc.) inspires and challenges you?
o Where God may be calling you to grow right now—so that you reflect Jesus more clearly?
5. Boaz “saw the unseen” and welcomed a foreigner others might overlook
o Your church’s vision is to “SEE the unseen and CONNECT the unconnected.” What would it look like for you personally to live this out in your church gatherings, workplace, or neighborhood?
o What barriers keep you from living with “eyes up”?
o In this season, how can you practice being “blessed to be a blessing”—not just financially, but with your time, encouragement, hospitality, or presence?
Redemption in Ruth
Ruth 1:6-22 | Chris Meade | November 30, 2025
Like “a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad season,” Naomi’s life had unraveled—yet God planted a seed of hope that stirred her to return home. The message emphasizes that true repentance is more than changing our behavior or location; it is a return of the heart to God. While Naomi’s physical steps led her toward Bethlehem, her heart had not yet fully turned, reminding us that God desires transformation deeper than outward actions. In contrast, Ruth’s radical loyalty and sacrificial character reveal a faith that chooses what is right even when it makes no earthly sense. We are challenged to examine what we celebrate—achievement or character—and to allow the Spirit to shape us into people whose lives shine with integrity, love, and hope. Ultimately, the chapter ends by reminding us that God is still working, still restoring, and still leading His people into seasons of blessing.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1. Where did the Holy Spirit speak or challenge you through God’s Word? Were there any “ah-ah” moments?
2. Seasons of Life:
o When have you experienced a “Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Season”
o How did God be invite you—like Naomi—to begin the journey back home toward Him?
3. Read Ruth 6:6-22. Note the each of the three ladies and their actions. (Use the key on the other side to list specifically how each person responds differently.) Naomi responds with partial repentance—or the beginning of repentance:
o Naomi takes the steps to return physically- but not yet with her heart. Are there times of your life where you “returned physically” to God (church attendance, spiritual habits) but are still asking Him to bless an old Moab—an area of life you haven’t surrendered?
o In what ways have you focused on outward “behavior modification” rather than genuine heart-level repentance? What would it look like for you to give God your whole heart, not just your physical presence?
o Naomi responds with earthly wisdom and strategy—Have there been times when trusting in God did not make earthly sense? How has God been calling you to choose what is right—even when it doesn’t seem to make earthly sense?
4. Ruth Responds with Selfless Character
o Ruth chose loyalty and sacrificial love when there was nothing in it for her. Who is God calling you to bless, serve, or walk with—not for personal gain, but purely out of Christlike character?
o What do you celebrate most in yourself, your spouse, your kids, or your community—achievement or character? What intentional steps could you take this week to celebrate spiritual growth, character, and THINKING, LOVING, AND LIVING like Jesus?
5. Call Me Mara = Call Me Bitter…
o Naomi returned bitter and angry at God—Have you ever had a season of feeling bitter, like Naomi?
o How can honesty with God, community support, and the hope of the gospel help you begin moving from bitterness to trust in God’s future blessing?
How Did Each Lady Respond?
- Naomi- Orpah- Ruth