Sermons on Naomi And Ruth: showing 16-30 of 4,063

Loyalty Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 4, 2015

Authentic relationships are enhanced when I am faithful to others regardless of what’s in it for me

We live in a culture where loyalty seems to be an increasingly less valuable commodity. We see that reflected in many areas of our lives: • We see that in our jobs. In my father’s generation, most people worked for one company for their entire adult lives. Although the average job ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

This Wasn't Suppose To Happen Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 18, 2014

If the story of Ruth was adapted for the silver screen it would contain all the parts necessary for a blockbuster. Sudden trouble, tragedy, death, rags-to-riches.

Unlocking Your Life’s Destiny Series Seven Sermons from the Book of Ruth (Inspired from Perry Stone’s Book, Lay It On Me) June 29, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A This summer there have been some huge movies that have made some major bank; ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Unfolding Your Blessing Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 14, 2014

Timing & personal connections play an important role in your personal destiny (Being in the right place and with the right people).

Discovering Your Destiny Series Seven Sermons from the Book of Ruth (Inspired from Perry Stone’s Book, Lay It On Me) July 27, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Timing & personal connections play an important role in your personal destiny (Being in the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Hope In Hard Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Naomi's story teaches us that even in the face of immense suffering and adversity, God's goodness, kindness, and mercy prevail.

The book of Ruth takes us back to a time when judges ruled in Israel, around 1200 B.C. It is often regarded as one of the greatest love stories ever written. Today, we will explore the lessons we can learn from the story of Ruth and Naomi. Naomi's decision to leave Bethlehem during the famine was ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Topics: Naomi And Ruth, Overcoming Adversity

Ruth 3 Strategic Righteousness Of Naomi, Ruth And Boaz

Contributed by Greg Van Heukelom on Aug 20, 2020

Series on Ruth

Hello, I am Pastor Greg with Calvary Reformed Church and today we are going to continue our study on Ruth Chapter 3. Before we do that, I would like to have a Prayer. Father God as we come before you, we ask for your wisdom and grace as we look at Ruth Chapter 3 to see how we are called to live ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Reward For Ruth Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 21, 2022

Boaz accepted the right to marry Ruth and God blessed them with a son. The women of the town named him Obed, since God had redeemed Naomi.

I. The Preparation of Boaz 1. He recognizes the priority of the kinsman. a. 4:1 b. In the fact there is a kinsman ahead of Boaz who could redeem Ruth, so Boaz goes looking for him. c. The most likely place to find Him. The city gates. 1) People would congregate, watching for those returning and ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Story Of God's Faithfulness Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 22, 2005

Naomi and Ruth discover that God is a faithful God.

A. For the past two weeks we have been trying to develop a deeper appreciation for the faithfulness of the God we serve. 1. The Bible declares that he is characterized by faithfulness. a. In Exodus 34:6, God says of himself, “The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Story- Chapter 9 Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 14, 2014

God works is mysterious ways. In chapter 9 we will see that what looks like poor judgement from a lower story perspective is all a part of God's upper story!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • God can use the most unlikely of people and situations for His glory, or to carry out His purpose. • Today as we come to chapter 9 in The Story, we come to the book of Ruth. I bet you do not hear a lot of sermons on the book of Ruth. • The book of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ruth And The Restorer Of Life

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 13, 2013

Boaz is the restorer of life, granting Naomi restoration and fullness. Thus does Jesus give life and hope to His own.

RUTH AND THE RESTORER OF LIFE. Ruth 4. It is beautiful to see the way that the LORD restored the broken line of the clan of Ephrathah. Naomi, whose name means Lovely, renames herself Mara, Bitterness. However, her new name never caught on: she is always called Naomi, and in the end must lift ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Foolish Vows Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 26, 2014

Ruth proclaims her loyalty to her mother-in-law, Naomi. Her words at first appear foolish. She is not doing what is normal. Yet her loyalty honors God and God moves powerfully as a result of Ruth’s proclamation.

Ruth 1:1-22 “Foolish Vows” INTRODUCTION Coping is an everyday experience and we all have various means of coping. We might call a friend and vent, or go for a long walk. Chocolate is sometimes an effective coping mechanism, as is taking a short break to pursue our favorite hobby. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Running On Empty

Contributed by Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr. on Feb 23, 2015

How many of you have felt like you want to throw up both hands and just quit. You have nothing left in the tank. I know I have.

In cars, the gas tank sensor will detect how much fuel is left. When you're driving with the indicator on empty, you say, "I'm running on empty." You know, this also applied to people. If you are exhausted and feel like you can't go on much longer, you can say, "I'm ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22

Denomination: Other

Love Is More Than Kissing

Contributed by John Gaston on May 11, 2015

There are many definitions of love. It's easy to say you love someone, but your actions tell the truth. Orpah & Ruth are contrasts of what love really means.

LOVE IS MORE THAN KISSING Ruth 1:1-18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man once commented after a revival service to the evangelist, "If you could see how people don't pay attention! And they get up and wander around. It’s terrible!” The evangelist answered, "If you think the back of their ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith Of A Foreign Woman

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 22, 2013

Bitter Beginnings, Kindness Shown, Redeemer Found, Unexpected Endings

THE FAITH OF A FOREIGN WOMAN CHAPTER 9, “THE STORY” RUTH 1-4 INTRODUCTION We are studying the Bible this year from the beginning to the end. We are watching as God enfolds His Story for us to see. We are seeing how God weaves together lives, purpose, sin, attitudes, mistakes, humble ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Book Of Ruth (4 Of 4)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022

In the book of Ruth, chapter 1, we covered about 11 to 12 years of Naomi’s life while she lived in Moab. However, by the time we get to chapter 2, Ruth becomes the star of the story.

She is noted for two special things in her life: • She became the grandmother of King David • Her greatest honor is that the birth of Christ can be traced back to her The Book of Ruth is considered to be a wonderful book for many reasons, such as: (1) IT HAS ROMANCE Some consider it one of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 9, 2021

"Hesed" - going beyond the expected.

April 24, 2021 The story of Ruth occurred during the time of the Judges. It was a turbulent time in Israel due to the cycle of disobedience-defeat-despair-deliverance. Remember: • Judges 21:25 - In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as he saw fit. My Favorite Thing About RUTH is the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist