Ruth: A Virtuous Woman
Classes
Class 1: Period of the Judges
The class discusses the period of the Judges, starting with Genesis to understand the context of sin and division among humanity. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining purity in faith and avoiding worldly influences, focusing on the consequences of intermingling truth with worldly principles.
Class 2: A Famine in the Land
The class discusses the Israelites' failure to drive out the Canaanites and the consequences of compromise, drawing parallels to modern-day challenges and the importance of trusting God. It also covers the story of Elimelech and Naomi, emphasizing the importance of staying connected to the ecclesia and trusting God's activity in one's life.
Class 3: Your People will be My People
The class explores Ruth's commitment to Naomi and the faith required to follow God's path, emphasizing the importance of family unity, racial reconciliation, and the enduring love of God despite life's challenges.
Class 4: A Gleaner among the sheaves
The class discusses the story of Ruth, focusing on her faith and compassion, and uses her example to teach about forgiveness, caring for the elderly, and the responsibilities of ecclesial life. It emphasizes the importance of not becoming bitter in the face of difficulties and the need to support one another within the ecclesia.
Class 5: You are a Virtuous Woman
The class discusses Ruth's obedience to her mother-in-law Naomi and her virtuous character, emphasizing the importance of service and obedience in the truth. It also draws parallels between Ruth's actions and Christian baptism, highlighting the symbolism of submission and atonement.