Ruth: Finding Grace in the Unexpected, A 4-Week Study

by Mariel Davenport

128 pages, Paperback

Published October 7, 2025

Reviews

[KayP · Rating 4 out of 5]

This will definitely be better as a physical book, as it prompts you to write in it the verses of the bible that it wants you to focus on. But if you have this as an e-book you can use a tablet or notebook to go through this as it intends.
I think it would be better if the verses were included (with the translation version used) as you can't use this as a book on it's own given that you'll need your bible too.
The "tending tools" are really good, they tend to give some good context or highlight something that you may not have already known (especially if it's your first time reading Ruth).
And the prompts for what to notice and how to take the learnings into your life sometimes seem a bit repetitive, but they are still very good at getting you to reflect deeply and try to implement everything.
The actual TEND method is a good way to focus on your bible studies and I have found this book incredibly useful.

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a devotional unlike others. With her signature TEND method, the author, Mariel Davenport, provides a devotional that encourages the reader to slow down and receive nourishment straight from God's word to us. She does not provide easy answers or simplistic questions, but challenges the reader to sit with Scripture and allow God to speak personally. The insights she provides (Tending Tools) add depth and background to the readings.

If you are someone who has gotten in the habit of rushing through your reading, let Mariel guide you into a deeper way of study.

(I was sent a copy of this book from the publisher)

[Hope Reed · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Bible study is a life changing experience! Learning how to study the Bible with Mariel's TEND method has helped me learn how to go slowly through Scripture with a result of truly hearing from the Lord. I have always loved the book of Ruth but now after going through this study I have learned to love the Lord even more through the lessons He showed me. I highly recommend getting started on RUTH and the TEND method with Mariel's study!

[Greta Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have done many Bible book studies and this study is unlike any I have done before. Mariel’s approach has helped me see new things in the book of Ruth and encourages me to contemplate and apply the lessons I am learning to my current life circumstances. I would recommend this study to anyone desiring to go deeper in the Word and grow in their relationship with Christ.

[Paul Eubanks · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Mariel’s TEND method for studying the Bible and hearing God speak to me through this tool! She is a fabulous writer and has a compassion for wanting women to learn to study God’s Word and hear from Him! I highly recommend any book from her!

[Hannah Hughes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this study! The TEND Method is great for going deeper in Scripture, and I like that she includes “Tending Tools,” but mostly leaves space for you to connect with God and dive into the Word without a ton of extra fluff.

[Amber Thiessen · Rating 4 out of 5]

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