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(04/14/2024) Dio Yang

Introduction to the Book of Ruth
– a Biblical love story: From destitution to kingdom reign

1. When and by whom was it written

• During the time of king David (1010 – 970 BC)
• Written by an unknown author — maybe Samuel

2. The historical background of Judges

• The chaotic conditions of Judges
• The light shines through the darkness

3. The Gentile link of the Davidic genealogy

• Ruth in the genealogy of the David and our Savior Jesus
• God’s eternal purpose and the human compassion

4. The prophetic nature of the narratives

• The meaning of the names:
  • Bethlehem: House of Bread
  • Moab: Of his father (Lot)
  • Elimelech: My God is King
  • Naomi: My delight
  • Mahlon: Sick
  • Kilion: Pining
  • Orpah: Gazelle
  • Ruth: Friendship
  • Boaz: Strength
• The spiritual significance of others:
  • Famine: God’s forsakenness
  • Harvests: God’s provision
  • Gleaning: Picking up the leftover
  • Kinsman-redeemer: Nearest relative who will redeem the forsaken
  • Covering of the corner of the garment: Provide protection
  • Giving of one’s sandal: Giving up of one’s right

5. What do we learn from this love story of the Bible

• Love each other before loving God (1 John 4:19-20)
• Trust God before trusting self (the kinsman-redeemer)
• Obedience leads to fruitfulness (Ruth obeyed Naomi)

Speaker: Dio Yang

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. West Coast Christian Conference (WCCC) 2024: In lieu of having our summer conference, this year we encourage brothers and sisters to attend West Coast Christian Conference 2024 together. It will take place from 7/24 to 7/28 (Wednesday to Sunday) at Biola University.  The registration window for WCCC 2024 is from 4/15/24 to 5/15/24, or until capacity is reached. Registrations can be completed at the conference website https://www.westcoastchristianconference.com/2024/registration.php. The capacity usually fills up in about two weeks so please register early. If you attended WCCC in the past, you may use your security code when registering on their website. However, if you have never attended WCCC or need a new security code, please get in touch with Richer Shaw, Alan Ngo or Caleb. We will obtain one for you.  You can find out more about the conference by visiting West Coast Christian Conference 2024.

2. In-Person Meeting: Welcome back! English group, Chinese group and children Sunday School is back to in person meetings. Our meeting schedule has changed, Sunday morning starts 9:15AM with Breaking of Bread followed by worship and message at 10:00AM. Please refer to the schedule for details.
3. Prayer Meeting: Prayer Meetings are Tuesdays from 8:00 to 9:15PM, joining via Webex for the combined session of the meeting (Meeting number: 6 2 7 5 6 4 2 7 4 Password: 4 0 0 0). We are using Zoom for the English group session, please reach out to Richer for login information.
4. Bible Reading Plan: For 2024 Bible-in-a-year reading, we will follow “More Jesus Reading Plan 365” and will read through the Bible in a year. With a reading plan, we can keep one another accountable in our Bible reading. For more details or to join the plan, click here.
5. Offering: If you would like to make offerings, you can drop it into the offering box or send your checks to: Home of Christians, L.A., PO Box 507, Monterey Park, CA 91754.
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