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Bethany Church

Grace & Favor

Grace & Favor

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Bethany Church

6601 Alderson St, Weston, WI 54476, USA

Sunday 8:00 AM

God provides his grace. He grants us his favor. We strive to live faithfully, but it is God who provides what we need.

1.As it turned out … (Ruth 2:1-3)
a. Boaz’ introduction part one (Ruth 2:1)
b. Ruth’s plan (Ruth 2:2)
c. Gleaning: God’s provision for widows, the poor and refugees (Leviticus 19:9)
d.“As it turned out…” (Ruth 2:3)

2.Ruth and Boaz met at that moment (Ruth 2:4-17a)
a. “Now at that moment…” (Ruth 2:4, NET)
b. Boaz’ conversation with his workers (Ruth 2:4-7)
i. Ruth the Moabite
ii. Ruth’s character part 1
c. Boaz & Ruth’s Conversation (Ruth 2:8-13)
i. Boaz’s offer
ii. Ruth’s character part 2
iii. Boaz connects Ruth’s action to what God does
iv. God’s cover for His people (Psalm 91:4)
d. The closing of the day (Ruth 2:14-17)
i. Boaz’ generosity
ii. Ruth’s harvest

3.Redeemer revealed (Ruth 2:18-23)
a. Ruth and Naomi’s conversation (Ruth 2:18-19)
b. Naomi connects Boaz to God’s provision (Ruth 2:20)
c. He has not stopped showing his kindness (hesed). (Ruth 2:20)
d. The Kinsman Redeemer
e. Naomi’s plan (Ruth 2:21-22)
f. The harvest is finished with Ruth and Naomi still together, and no Boaz (Ruth 2:23)

Next Steps:
1.Be obedient: God’s plan includes us doing our part
2.Be hopeful: Trust in God to provide cover
3.Believe in God’s sovereign control

GIVE

Psalm 91:4 “He will cover you with his feathers,     and under his wings you will find refuge;     his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.”
https://bethanyschofield.org/resources/give

News

Don't miss our Missionaries at Bethany!
TODAY August 11: Hagar House, Wausau
August 18: Janel, WyCliffe

EMT- EQUIPPING MOMS WITH TRUTH: 3RD THURSDAYS For Mom's of all ages, we discuss the truth found in God's Word and how it relates to the real things mom's deal with regularly. We enjoy a light meal along with conversations on real life issues and how they relate to Biblical principles.
August 15: Time Management, Kabobs

WORKS IN PROGRESS MINI RETREAT
Friday, August 16, 9:00-9:00 PM- Saturday, August 17, 9:00-5:00 PM
This is for all ladies 14+ who would like to work on crafts or projects and have fellowship time. We will be breaking for lunch. Lower Level at Bethany Bring your own projects & a friend. Questions? Call Susan at 715-355-7769 OR Contact: Nancy at 715-370-4013.

Food Pantry Open Aug. 16: Monthly, 1st and 3rd Fridays, 2-4PM,

Plan ahead for our KICK-OFF Sunday will be Sept. 8th. This will be a great time to see what is new for fall and invite your friends and neighbors. We will have invitation cards for you to give out. There will be a Potluck following 2nd service.

Women's Fall Retreat: "Ruth: Love & Lament", Fri-Sat. September 20-21 at Camp .Register by Aug. 30. Speaker: Vicki Swenson. Contact the retreat team: Alice, Terri, Sherry, Cheri, Tricia, and Wendy. Sign up in the lobby!