During the past few weeks we have been focused on the time when judges led the Israelites. We’ve walked through the story within The Book of Ruth. The story reveals a woman named Naomi who lost her husband and adult sons when they died. The overwhelming loss caused Naomi to become bitter and to feel emptied. Yet Naomi’s daughter-in-law was extremely loyal and remained faithfully by her side. As poor widows, Ruth and her mother-in-law were the most vulnerable people in their society. God protected them and led them to a very kind and righteous man in Bethlehem. Boaz provided food for the poor widows and eventually learned that Ruth wanted to marry him. Boaz told Ruth, “I will do for you all that your request” (Ruth 3:11b NKJV). As we conclude The Book of Ruth message series, we are now turning our attention to Boaz, the Kinsman-Redeemer. Another righteous man, Jesus Christ, shared a similar message to what Boaz told Ruth, “whatever you ask in My name, that I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son” (John 14:13 NKJV).

 

What do you see in the life of Boaz that reminds you of Jesus?

 

How should we follow the examples of Boaz and Jesus to live righteously?

 

If your children and grandchildren, or children that know you well, follow your example, what does that mean in regards to their lives and the legacy you’ll leave behind?

 

For a full version of this Your Faith Journey devotional download the Worship Guide from the Avon UMC website: www.AvonUMC.com

 

The Your Faith Journey Bible verses for this week are listed below:

 

Sunday (10/18)

Today I am going to offer God ______________________________________.

 

During the worship service God revealed ______________________________________________________.

 

Monday (10/19)

Read Ruth 2:1-16 and pray for God to reveal a word, phrase, or verse that is specifically for you for today.

 

Tuesday (10/20)

Read Ruth 3:7-18 and pray for God to reveal who He wants you to bless today or later this week. Offer God your time, talents, and resources to bless someone in need.

 

Wednesday (10/21)

Read Ruth 4:1-12 and pray for God to reveal a word, phrase, or verse that is specifically for you for today.

 

Thursday (10/22)

Read Ruth 4:13-22 and pray for God to reveal the people who need to hear an encouraging message from you today or later this week. Invite God to share a blessing and encouragement for others through you.

 

Friday (10/23)

Read Matthew 1:1-17 and notice the family lineage that connects Jesus with Boaz. Pray for your children, grandchildren, and the many future generations of your family. Pray that they will know Christ and live as his devoted followers. Thank God for the generations of family members of yours from the past, as well as for the generations of Christians from the past 2,000 years who have passed their faith from generation to generation.

 

Saturday (10/24)

Rest, enjoy some recreation, and reflect upon the past week. Re-read verses or phrases that stood out to you. The following questions may be helpful as you reflect:

 

How did you see, hear, or encounter God during this past week?

 

Who needs to hear about your experience sometime in the coming days?

 

*To download the entire Worship Guide, which includes the extended version of the Your Faith Journey Guide, go to www.AvonUMC.com.