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“Come to Take Refuge”
Ruth 2

Mothers-in-law

God is resolved to create something great from our ordinary lives.

What does loyalty to God look like in our lives?

Ruth 2

~~Elimelech~~ + Naomi
~~Mahlon~~ + Ruth
~~Chilion~~ + Orpah

We can demonstrate our trust in God by seeking refuge in His guidance and protection.

Seeking Refuge
1. Doing what is right not easy – Ruth 1:19
2. Bringing healing to bitterness – Ruth 1:20-21

Evidence of Bitterness
• Difficulty in resolving conflicts
• Acting in revenge
• Outbursts of anger 
• Subtle attacks on people  
• Condescending communication
• Constant criticism 
• Always distrusting
• Hypersensitivity

Bitterness 
• Crowds out our joy
• Darkens our perspective 
• Robs others of love 

“Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble …” –Hebrews 12:14-15a

Seeking Refuge
3. Taking initiative right where you are 

“Let me go to the field and glean…” –Ruth 2:2 (Leviticus 19:9-10)

4. Trusting that God has a plan

“…she happened to come…to Boaz…” – Ruth 2:3

5. Realizing that God will use people; don’t miss it

Boaz
• Wealthy – Ruth 2:1
• Man of Faith – Ruth 2:4

Boaz: “The LORD be with you.”
Reapers: “The LORD bless you.”

Want to know a person’s relationship with God? Find out how far God has saturated the details of their everyday life.

Seeking Refuge
6. Honoring family God has given – Ruth 2:17-23
	
Where do you need to take refuge in God?