Fusion: week of 9/10

FAMILY THEME: FAITHFULNESS IS REWARDED

Ruth 2:1-23

Ruth demonstrated hard work, integrity, and compassion,

and Boaz protected and provided for her.

1.  Hard Work and Integrity Yield God's Blessing

     (Ruth 2:1-7)

     Ruth worked diligently using the means available to

     her to provide for herself and Naomi.

 
2.  Integrity and Faithfulness Lead to a Good Reputation

     (Ruth 2:8-14)

     Ruth's good reputation was earned through integrity,

     faithfulness, and hard work.

 
3.  God Desires Compassion for the Poor and Immigrant

     (Ruth 2:15-23)

     The Levitical law included provisions for the poor and

     immigrant, proving God's care and love for all people.