Intro to Ruth - Ruth 1:1-5

This week at Redeemer Church we begin a new sermon series on the Old Testament book of Ruth. This small book, containing only 4 chapters, falls right after the book of Judges, which itself is a bit of a grim picture of Israel. As we will see in our study of Ruth, even though it is set “during the time of the judges” and tells the story of a family going through a very difficult time, it is also meant to be a refreshing parallel of God’s grace, faithfulness, patience and kindness to us.Though we will continue to have our ups and downs in our struggle with our sinful nature in this life, God is always faithful. We at Redeemer Church pray that you, through this series in Ruth, are refreshed and renewed in your joy of our Redeemer’s salvation.