Authorship and Historical Context: Discuss the unknown authorship of the book of Ruth and its historical context during the time of the judges in Israel. Overview of the Story: Provide an overview of the main characters and events in the book of Ruth, focusing on the themes of loyalty, redemption, and God's sovereignty.

Ruth's Loyalty to Naomi: Analyze Ruth's commitment to Naomi and the importance of loyalty in relationships, using Ruth 1:16-17 as a focal point. Boaz as a Kinsman-Redeemer: Examine Boaz's role as a kinsman-redeemer and discuss the significance of redemption and restoration in the story, referencing Ruth 4:14-15.

God's Sovereignty and Provision: Explore instances in the book of Ruth that demonstrate God's sovereignty and provision, emphasizing His care for those in need (Ruth 2:12, 4:13). Inclusivity and Love: Highlight examples of inclusivity and love in the story, focusing on Ruth's acceptance into the Israelite community and the importance of compassion across cultural boundaries (Ruth 2:11-12).

Lineage of King David and Jesus Christ: Discuss the genealogy of Ruth's family and its connection to King David and eventually Jesus Christ (Ruth 4:17-22; Matthew 1:1-16). Application of Lessons: Encourage participants to apply the lessons learned from Ruth, such as loyalty, humility, and faithfulness, to their own lives and relationships.

Comparisons to Other Biblical Narratives: Compare the book of Ruth to other biblical stories that share similar themes, such as the story of Joseph or Esther, highlighting common elements of redemption, providence, and the importance of faith. Closing Reflection: Conclude the Bible study with a reflection on the impact of the story of Ruth and its enduring message of faith, love, and redemption.

Allow participants to share their insights and how they plan to apply these lessons to their lives. .