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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Woman Who Impressed God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 15, 2002
    based on 379 ratings
     | 74,351 views

    What was it about Ruth that impressed God so much more than many others. After all, she was one of only 2 women to have a book dedicated to her story. Why?

    OPEN: A Ph.D. candidate at the University of Southern California, was eager for the title of "doctor" - until one newly degreed professor shared his story. He said: A friend had called his home and asked, "Is the doctor in?" The Professor’s 10 year old son replied, "Yes, but he’s not the kind ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Faith To Be A Risk Taker Series

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 29, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 13,891 views

    From the life of Ruth we discover helpful principles to apply faith to the challenges of everyday life.

    Faith to be a Risk Taker Ruth 1:1-18 My message this morning is about a young woman that had faith to be a risk taker. Have you moved to a new area where you didn’t really know anybody except those moving with you. Moving and making new friends and adjusting to a new area are challenging ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    "Providence"

    Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 6,480 views

    A message on the comfort of God’s providence.

    The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com February 9, 2003 The Text: Ruth 1:1-17 The Definition of Providence: “Providence is the continuous activity of God in His creation by which He guides and governs it for His people’s good and His own ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Velcro Effect Series

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002
    based on 158 ratings
     | 16,215 views

    Part 1 of 4 of the series, Ruth: A Woman of Faith. uth "clung" to Naomi and refused to return to her "old life". This steadfastness to Naomi, Naomi’s people, and most importantly Naomi’s God serves as a challenge to Christians today. Are you experienci

    THE VELCRO EFFECT Ruth: A Story of God’s Faithfulness Ruth Chapter 1 READ AT BEGINNING OF SERVICE: Lamentations 3:22-23 (NIV) 22 Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. 23 They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. INTRODUCTION For the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Steve Salmon avatar

    Travelling From Tragedy Through Trust To Triumph

    Contributed by Steve Salmon on Jun 19, 2002
    based on 138 ratings
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    Ruth and Naomi teach us how to handle adversity through our trust in God’s ultimate plan for our life.

    Ruth: Traveling from Tragedy through Trust to Triumph Ruth 1:16-18 SICC April 14th (Morning) Sometimes tragedy kind of sneaks up on you. It comes at you like termites at an old wood-frame house. It eats away for years, then one day the rafters of the house give way before you ever realized ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding Life, When Losing It

    Contributed by John Kah on Nov 25, 2000
    based on 136 ratings
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    A funeral sermon drawing upon the story of faith and story of redemption as presented in the book of Ruth.

    FUNERAL MESSAGE "Finding Life, When Losing It" Ruth 1:15-16 ____________ is what Boaz in the book of Ruth would call "A woman of excellence." She displayed that "excellence" to many people gathered here in this room this {morning}. She was a loving and faithful wife. A devoted and caring ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Things Christians Should Cleave To

    Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Sep 26, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
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    A look at five things that Christians should cleave to.

    “Things Christians Should Cleave To” Text: Ruth 1:6-14 Intro: I want to preach from v. 14 of our text, “…but Ruth clave unto her.” I am going to preach a message entitled, “Things Christians Should Cleave To.” The word “cleave” means – to stick, to adhere, to hold to. Cleave To Your Spouse – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Tragedy Of Famine Series

    Contributed by Dan Thompkins on Sep 19, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,991 views

    “The greatest thing that God gave to man, besides Jesus, was the power of CHOICE.” Today’s lesson will focus on a wrong choice by a godly man that led to disastrous results…not only for him, but for his family as well.

    The Tragedy of Famine Ruth Series - Ruth 1:1-5 Soul’s Harbour Ministry Conway, S.C. - 1/20/02 – A.M. “The greatest thing that God gave to man, besides Jesus, was the power of CHOICE.” Today’s lesson will focus on a wrong choice by a godly man that led to disastrous results…not only for him, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    What Would God Say To Earl & Betty, Bob & Wanda About Marriage? Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 23, 2004
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     | 3,920 views

    Marriages that stand the test of time are products of loyalty.

    God Speaks On Marriage Series "What Would God Say to Betty & Earl, Bob & Wanda?" Ruth 1.16-17 NAS February 22, 2004 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Little Connie came home from preschool having heard the story of Snow White for the very first time. a She ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Wilkerson avatar

    Risking I All For Jesus Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,384 views

    Being more than a survivor means risking everything for God’s sake

    Listen to this comment I heard the other day. “We’ve adopted such an attitude of “risk avoidance” that I’m afraid we may well miss the next great advancement. We’re so afraid of failure that we may not pursue that next step.” This quote was from 1997 and was made on a TV show about “stealth ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jerry Stepp avatar

    Three Reasons Why Naomi Went From Sweet To Bitter

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Nov 30, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
     | 22,951 views

    The Choices that SHE made caused her attitude to change as well as her outlook on life

    Three (3) Reasons Why Naomi Went From Sweet To Bitter Ruth 1:1-22 Introduction; This book opens with a famine, and closes with a great feast. This book begins with a funeral, and ends with a wedding. Matthew Henry’s Commentary says… <>We find in this book excellent example of faith, piety, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Viajes Fatales

    Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Feb 23, 2008
    based on 33 ratings
     | 7,127 views

    Una familia entera sale de su tierra (Belén de Judá) a una tierra desconocida (Moab) y así empiezan un viaje fatal sin Dios, y como consecuencia de que Dios no fue con ellos, hubo muerte.

    Viajes Fatales Rut 1:1-6; Jonás 1:3 El Ejército de Salvación Mayor Gerardo Balmori Introducción: Una familia entera sale de su tierra (Belén de Judá) a una tierra desconocida (Moab) y así empiezan un viaje fatal sin Dios, y como consecuencia de que Dios no fue con ellos, hubo ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Jerry DePoy avatar

    "Being Full And Running On Empty"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 18, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
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    I question Naomi’s statement. Naomi said that she had left Bethlehem “full” and had come back to Bethlehem “empty.” If she had been so “full,” Why then, had she ever left Bethlehem to begin with? Empty? Didn’t Ruth just pledge to be at her side?

    Title: “Being Full and Running on Empty” Introduction: I question Naomi’s statement. Naomi said that she had left Bethlehem “full” and had come back to Bethlehem “empty.” If she had been so “full,” Why then, had she ever left Bethlehem to begin with? But it is the second part of that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Will Not Go Back To Moab

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 7, 2006
    based on 49 ratings
     | 19,540 views

    This message was used after an outstanding revival in our church. Much spiritual transformation had occurred and I used this message to encourage forward progress.

    Ruth 1:14-18 KJV And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth clave unto her. [15] And she said, Behold, thy sister in law is gone back unto her people, and unto her gods: return thou after thy sister in law. [16] And Ruth said, Intreat me not to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Anthony Craver avatar

    I Will Follow You Series

    Contributed by Anthony Craver on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,335 views

    Ruth was faithful to follow Naomi, in spite of difficult circumstances!

    I Will Follow You Ruth Chapter One I. Introduction Tonight we begin a four week study of the book of Ruth. Ruth was a remarkable woman. She was from the land of Moab. The Moabites had been a thorn in Israel’s side for a long time. Even though Ruth was born in a land and of a people that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal