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"Pay Attention"
I. Watch out! (Introduction)
Critical Truths:
1..In the midst of proclaiming the superiority of Christ above the angels, the writer inserts this sobering warning.
2.The truth and consequences of their response to God’s message of salvation.
3.The clear call to personal commitment and responsibility.
II. Truth and consequences
A. Danger of neglect
B. Painful consequence
III. Our commitment and responsibility
"Better Than Angels"
I. Touched by an angel (Introduction)
Chain of truths showing the superiority of Christ to angels:
1..Unique relationship to the Father (Sonship)
2.Son is above the angels (status)
3.Son will reign forever (eternality)
4.Son seated at the highest place
II. Chain of truths (verses 5-14)
A. Unique relationship with the Father
B. Above the angels
C. Will reign forever
D. Highest place
III. Securing our reference point (Application)
"His Final Word: Exalting Christ"
I. Jesus is better
II. Stepping into their world
A. Context
B. Composer
III. God has spoken
A. Final Word
B. Worthy to be exalted
IV. Exalting Christ through our lives
"Full Redemption"
I. Prevailing Truth
II. Glorious reversal
III. Extended blessing
IV. Trust His faithfulness
"Day of Redemption"
I. Man of integrity
II. Man on a mission
A. Decisive action
B. Diligent negotiations
III. Full redemption
A. Demonstrative declaration
B. Bountiful blessing
IV. Doing Hesed
"Garments of Grace"
I. The rest of the story
II. Heart of a Redeemer
A. Exuberant reception
B. Extinguishes fear
C. Exhibits impeccable integrity
D. Eager to protect
E. Expressing assurance
III. Anticipating redemption
IV. Wear it well
"Garments of Grace"
I. Becoming agents of grace
II. Widow's words of wisdom
A. Seeking her welfare
B. Time is now
C. Ruth's risky resolution
III. Extending a covering of grace
IV. Trusting, tender and tenacious grace
"The Harvest of Grace Continues"
I. Sovereign grace
II. Generous spirit
A.Full service
B. Takes nothing for granted
III. Finds us and lifts us
A. Fog is lifting
B. The full harvest
IV. Radical nature of grace
"Gleaning a Harvest of Grace" (Ruth 2:1-13)
I. Surprised by grace (Introduction)
“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God…” Ephesians 2:8
“Through Him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God." Romans 5:2
But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. 2 Corinthians 12:9
II. Finding favor (Verses 1-3)
A. Man of honor
A “Kinsman Redeemer” was the nearest adult male blood relative who served as an advocate for any vulnerable and/or unfortunate clan member in order to correct any disruption to clan wholeness and well being (especially through the redemption or restoration of property, persons, or lineage.) R.L. Hubbard
B. Gracious initiative
III. Bountiful benevolence (Verses 4-12)
A. Amazing timing
B. Foreman's feedback
C. Extra mile
“Keep me as the apple of your eye; hide me in the shadow of your wings… Psalm 17:8
IV. Gripped by grace (Application)
"Extraordinary Allegiance" (Ruth 1:7-22)
I. Consumed by suffocating suffering (Introduction)
Compelling Truths
•Defining dialogue points to the sovereignty of God
•Living loyalty that reaches beyond logic
•Grip of bitterness distorts perspective
•Grace-filled grit from an unsuspecting source
II. Defining dialogue
A. Heart to bless
B. Logical and practical argument
III. Living loyalty
A. Rational response
B. Relational response
IV. Grip of bitterness
A. Is this Naomi?
B. Descent into grief
“As God lives, who has taken away my right,
and the Almighty, who has made my soul bitter, as long as my breath is in me,
and the spirit of God is in my nostrils…” Job 27:2-3
“For the arrows of the Almighty are in me;
my spirit drinks their poison; the terrors of God are arrayed against me.” Job 6:4
V. Grace beyond the logic (Application)
4 Descriptions of a Good Comforter
1.A witness who sees us when we’re stricken;
2.An advocate who defends us when we’re abandoned;
3.An intercessor who prays for us when our prayers have run dry;
4.A friend who hopes for us when we no longer have hope for ourselves.
Glen Scrivener
