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The Gospel-Centered Life in the Bible
Ruth: Redemption for the Broken, Study Guide with Leader's Notes (The Gospel-Centered Life in the Bible Series
Ruth is a story of redemption. Not just the redemption of Ruth, or Naomi, but it points to the plan for redemption that God had set up to redeem all who believe. Ruth by Jared Wilson is a ten-week accessible study that brings to life the theological depth and gospel centrality of the Christian Scriptures. For the next generation, this invaluable resource is interactive and engaging in a time in which biblical literacy amongst Christians is diminishing.
160 pages, Paperback
Published August 26, 2019
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Jared C. Wilson
58 books942 followersJared C. Wilson is the Director of Content Strategy for Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Managing Editor of For The Church (ftc.co), and Director of the Pastoral Training Center at Liberty Baptist Church in Kansas City, Missouri. He is the author of numerous books, including "Gospel Wakefulness," "The Prodigal Church," and, most recently, "The Imperfect Disciple." Wilson blogs regularly at gospeldrivenchurch.com, hosted by The Gospel Coalition and is a frequent speaker at conferences and churches around the world.
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May 24, 2025
Helpful study. Got to hear him teach through it as well.
December 28, 2019
I jumped at the chance to review this book because Book of Ruth is one of my favorite books of the Bible. Ruth's devotion to her mother-in-law and her willingness to go with Naomi to a foreign land has always touched me but we have to remember that widowed Naomi was risking a lot to take a pagan daughter-in-law back to her homeland. We know that in the end, both Naomi and Ruth were blessed beyond measure. Naomi once again had a family and Ruth found a godly husband, and it is from Ruth's marriage to Boaz that the bloodline of David began.
In his introduction to Ruth: Redemption for the Broken, author Jared C. Wilson reminds us that "if you belong to Jesus by faith, Ruth is your family story. It is your spiritual heritage, more personal and true and lasting than if you had discovered an old scrapbook in your grandmother's attic." In eight lessons, Wilson helps us to better understand our spiritual heritage and I liked that he is consistent in his teaching plan. In each lesson he uses the same elements: a summary of the main point of the lesson; Bible Scripture; his own thoughts; a discussion; an exercise or lesson, with a space to jot down your answers; and a wrap-up and prayer. He also shares Leader's Notes at the end of the book to give us even more instruction.
This book would be considered short by many standards but in its 111 pages there is a wealth of information! I recommend Ruth: Redemption for the Broken for both personal study or for an organized group study.
I received this book from New Growth Press but there was no obligation to write a positive review. These are my own opinions.
In his introduction to Ruth: Redemption for the Broken, author Jared C. Wilson reminds us that "if you belong to Jesus by faith, Ruth is your family story. It is your spiritual heritage, more personal and true and lasting than if you had discovered an old scrapbook in your grandmother's attic." In eight lessons, Wilson helps us to better understand our spiritual heritage and I liked that he is consistent in his teaching plan. In each lesson he uses the same elements: a summary of the main point of the lesson; Bible Scripture; his own thoughts; a discussion; an exercise or lesson, with a space to jot down your answers; and a wrap-up and prayer. He also shares Leader's Notes at the end of the book to give us even more instruction.
This book would be considered short by many standards but in its 111 pages there is a wealth of information! I recommend Ruth: Redemption for the Broken for both personal study or for an organized group study.
I received this book from New Growth Press but there was no obligation to write a positive review. These are my own opinions.
February 12, 2020
Ruth is part of The Gospel-Centered Life In The Bible series from New Growth Press – a series of Bible studies that not only guides you through the main points of the particular book of the Bible you are studying, but also focuses on helping you to grow in your awareness of sin and your need for God while applying biblical truths to your life!
If you are dealing with life’s disappointments, the book of Ruth offers hope and shows how our sovereign God works in the midst of our circumstances.
I found the study both enjoyable and encouraging.
This excerpt is taken from the original review that is published on my blog. To read my review in its entirety, please visit Create With Joy.
If you are dealing with life’s disappointments, the book of Ruth offers hope and shows how our sovereign God works in the midst of our circumstances.
I found the study both enjoyable and encouraging.
This excerpt is taken from the original review that is published on my blog. To read my review in its entirety, please visit Create With Joy.
March 6, 2024
"Even if we white-knuckled our way to obedience, we couldn't climb out of the hole of unrighteousness we find ourselves in. The law? He is the first kinsman. He says, 'I cannot redeem you'. The true and better kinsman redeemer is Christ. He says, 'See, I have won the hand of my church'."
This eight-week study (which I solo-ed at a week per day) greatly broadened my understanding of Ruth. Such a short book rich with cultural significance and prophetic gospel-mirroring truth. I previously was never interested in Ruth because westernization over-simplifies it and far overdoes the limited, reduced message of it at women's events. This is the story of a divine romance, a love that is pure and undefiled and brings about rest, restoration, and redemption for the one, and for all who would find it in the One.
This eight-week study (which I solo-ed at a week per day) greatly broadened my understanding of Ruth. Such a short book rich with cultural significance and prophetic gospel-mirroring truth. I previously was never interested in Ruth because westernization over-simplifies it and far overdoes the limited, reduced message of it at women's events. This is the story of a divine romance, a love that is pure and undefiled and brings about rest, restoration, and redemption for the one, and for all who would find it in the One.
December 29, 2019
If you are looking for a Bible study to start your new year with, you can’t go wrong with the story of Ruth. I have been in love with this story since I was a little girl. She gave up everything to return with Naomi to Bethlehem.
Jared C. Wilson has done an excellent job in writing this Bible study. You can do it on your own or in a group as an eight-week study. Each study is broken down into three sections – Big Idea, Discussion, and Exercise.
This is one of the most enlightening studies I've done on Ruth.
Jared C. Wilson has done an excellent job in writing this Bible study. You can do it on your own or in a group as an eight-week study. Each study is broken down into three sections – Big Idea, Discussion, and Exercise.
This is one of the most enlightening studies I've done on Ruth.
December 11, 2024
One of the resources I used during my small group's trek through Ruth and Esther! (Used this, the Ruth and Esther 12-week commentary from Crossway and some other ad-hoc resources) Oh, and I received this as a gift from a guy at PCAGA2024 as well - what a blessing it was as well.
January 17, 2020
Super good. Wilson calls for the reader to ever look to Christ.
May 29, 2020
Interesting study on Ruth that made me look at some of the characters and circumstances a little differently and encouraged me to think beyond comfort when making decisions.
December 28, 2019
I jumped at the chance to review this book because Book of Ruth is one of my favorite books of the Bible. Ruth's devotion to her mother-in-law and her willingness to go with Naomi to a foreign land has always touched me but we have to remember that widowed Naomi was risking a lot to take a pagan daughter-in-law back to her homeland. We know that in the end, both Naomi and Ruth were blessed beyond measure. Naomi once again had a family and Ruth found a godly husband, and it is from Ruth's marriage to Boaz that the bloodline of David began.
In his introduction to Ruth: Redemption for the Broken, author Jared C. Wilson reminds us that "if you belong to Jesus by faith, Ruth is your family story. It is your spiritual heritage, more personal and true and lasting than if you had discovered an old scrapbook in your grandmother's attic." In eight lessons, Wilson helps us to better understand our spiritual heritage and I liked that he is consistent in his teaching plan. In each lesson he uses the same elements: a summary of the main point of the lesson; Bible Scripture; his own thoughts; a discussion; an exercise or lesson, with a space to jot down your answers; and a wrap-up and prayer. He also shares Leader's Notes at the end of the book to give us even more instruction.
This book would be considered short by many standards but in its 111 pages there is a wealth of information! I recommend Ruth: Redemption for the Broken for both personal study or for an organized group study.
I received this book from New Growth Press but there was no obligation to write a positive review. These are my own opinions.
In his introduction to Ruth: Redemption for the Broken, author Jared C. Wilson reminds us that "if you belong to Jesus by faith, Ruth is your family story. It is your spiritual heritage, more personal and true and lasting than if you had discovered an old scrapbook in your grandmother's attic." In eight lessons, Wilson helps us to better understand our spiritual heritage and I liked that he is consistent in his teaching plan. In each lesson he uses the same elements: a summary of the main point of the lesson; Bible Scripture; his own thoughts; a discussion; an exercise or lesson, with a space to jot down your answers; and a wrap-up and prayer. He also shares Leader's Notes at the end of the book to give us even more instruction.
This book would be considered short by many standards but in its 111 pages there is a wealth of information! I recommend Ruth: Redemption for the Broken for both personal study or for an organized group study.
I received this book from New Growth Press but there was no obligation to write a positive review. These are my own opinions.
November 12, 2019
Jared C. Wilson's ten-week study is an insightful look at Ruth showing how we can see Jesus in this short book. As part of "The Gospel-Centered Life in the Bible" series, Wilson's study shows us how relevant Ruth is to the gospel in other ways than introducing the lineage of Jesus.
The relationships in Ruth (Ruth and Naomi, Ruth and Boaz) teach us many things about our relationship with Jesus and our relationship with others. This study is unique because when used as a small group study, there is little preparation needed beforehand. Each week's material is read and discussed together as a group. It also works well as an individual study.
I love Ruth's story and seeing clearly how the gospel is presented in this Old Testament story made me enjoy it even more.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from New Growth Press through Audra Jennings PR. I was not required to write a review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
The relationships in Ruth (Ruth and Naomi, Ruth and Boaz) teach us many things about our relationship with Jesus and our relationship with others. This study is unique because when used as a small group study, there is little preparation needed beforehand. Each week's material is read and discussed together as a group. It also works well as an individual study.
I love Ruth's story and seeing clearly how the gospel is presented in this Old Testament story made me enjoy it even more.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from New Growth Press through Audra Jennings PR. I was not required to write a review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
August 31, 2019
The book of Ruth is a story of redemption. Not just the redemption of Ruth, or Naomi, but it points to the plan for redemption that God had set up to redeem all who believe.
This resource steps us through the story of Ruth while looking at the brokenness, bitterness, and the like in our own life.
In Eight weeks you and a life group will journey together looking at how God can take the brokenness in our lives and redeem and restore us.
This book is written for groups, but could be adapted for just personal study, yet the value in the questions is group discussion.
Each weeks structure is very simple and easy to follow without a large amount of prep for a group leader.
This resource steps us through the story of Ruth while looking at the brokenness, bitterness, and the like in our own life.
In Eight weeks you and a life group will journey together looking at how God can take the brokenness in our lives and redeem and restore us.
This book is written for groups, but could be adapted for just personal study, yet the value in the questions is group discussion.
Each weeks structure is very simple and easy to follow without a large amount of prep for a group leader.
December 28, 2019
A great ten week study for a small group or personal study. This would work for both men and women. The author makes sure to let the reader know that the book of Ruth is about God's care in the midst of life's disappointments.
I liked how the author showed how Ruth is our story too. Like a family heritage.
I liked how the author showed how Ruth is our story too. Like a family heritage.
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