Bible Study – the Book of Ruth – St. John the Evangelist Catholic Parish

Join us for a Bible Study on the Book of Ruth as we explore themes of faithfulness, loyalty, providence, and God’s redeeming love. Discover how this powerful Old Testament story reveals God’s plan working through ordinary lives and points forward to Christ. Whether you’re new to Scripture or looking to go deeper, this study will strengthen your understanding of God’s covenant and His faithfulness in every season. Todd Gale: Discipleship Coordinator & Spiritual Director

the Book of Ruth – Chapter 1:1-5, Episode 1

Jewish Backstories and Historical Perspective In this our first episode of Ruth, we will tear into FIVE WHOLE VERSES of Chapter 1! This book is AHHHH REFRESHING! We’ll dig into some Jewish backstories, take a look at some fascinating historical perspectives on the famine, and take a little road trip through Bethlehem to the slaughter
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the Book of Ruth – Chapter 1:6-22, Episode 2

Law of Moses regarding Widows and Levirate Marriages Welcome Good People from all over the lands! Book of Ruth, picking up in 1:6… We will look at the Law of Moses regarding widows and Levirate marriages, deep dive into Moabites and why the Jews were so strict against marrying Non-Jews, and we’ll introduce the earth-shaking
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the Book of Ruth – Chapter 2:1-8, Episode 3

Suffering, Harvesting and Reaping, and Meet Boaz the Strong, We will look at the massive Bible theme of suffering, dig deep into harvesting and reaping, meet Boaz the strong, look at Ruth’s REAL relationship with King David, talk about why the name Jehovah came about with some Christians, and we’ll hear a MOMMA MARY Alarm
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the Book of Ruth – Chapter 2:8-3:7, Episode 4

Ruth’s awesome attitude, how Boaz is a KINSMAN REDEEMER We will look at Ruth’s awesome attitude, how Boaz is a KINSMAN REDEEMER like a certain Jewish Rabbi 1000 years later, the very suggestive scene at night when Ruth presents herself to Boaz, was Naomi’s plan sweet and innocent or more than a little naughty? And
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the Book of Ruth – Chapter 3:8 – 4:10, Episode 5

Boaz the Redeemer: Covenant Loyalty and Public Redemption In Ruth 3:8–4:10, Ruth approaches Boaz at the threshing floor, asking him to act as her kinsman-redeemer. Boaz responds with integrity and compassion, ensuring that the proper legal process is followed at the city gate. The chapter highlights themes of covenant loyalty, redemption, and God’s providential care
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the Book of Ruth – Chapter 4:11-22, Episode 6

Great Jewish Insights, we’ll see why God gives the Mosaic Laws We will look into the sources of some of these great Jewish insights, we’ll see why God gives the Mosaic Laws about the Land ownership, dig into some more Jewish backstories, and end with the difference between Old Covenant HESED and New Covenant AGAPE.
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