Redeemed
Mike Attwood teaches that through God's redemption, emptiness is transformed into fullness, as exemplified in the story of Ruth, Boaz, and the birth of Obed, pointing ultimately to the Messiah.
This sermon delves into the book of Ruth, focusing on the themes of redemption and fullness. It explores how Naomi's emptiness was transformed into fullness through the kinsman redeemer, Boaz, and the birth of her grandson, Obed, who became the ancestor of King David. The genealogy presented in the passage highlights the lineage leading to David and ultimately to Jesus Christ, emphasizing the grace and sovereignty of God in choosing unlikely individuals to be part of the Messiah's lineage. The sermon concludes with a powerful reflection on Jesus as the ultimate kinsman Redeemer, drawing parallels between Boaz's role in Ruth's life and Jesus' redemptive work for humanity.
Sermon Outline
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I. The Birth of the Grandson
- Boaz marries Ruth and the Lord grants conception
- The miracle of conception after years of barrenness
- The significance of Obed's birth as a restorer
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II. The Blessing of Naomi
- Naomi's restoration from emptiness to fullness
- Obed as a kinsman redeemer and nourisher in old age
- Ruth's devotion surpassing that of seven sons
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III. The Naming and Care of Obed
- The women of the town name the child Obed
- Naomi becomes guardian and nurse to Obed
- The importance of family and spiritual investment
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IV. The Genealogy and Its Significance
- Tracing the family line from Phares to David
- The edited genealogy highlighting God's providence
- Foreshadowing the Messiah through David's lineage
Key Quotes
“Boaz took Ruth and she was his wife and when he went in unto her the Lord gave her conception and she bare a son.” — Mike Attwood
“Blessed be the Lord which hath not left thee this day without a kinsman that his name may be famous in Israel.” — Mike Attwood
“For thy daughter-in-law which loveth thee which is better to thee than seven sons hath born him.” — Mike Attwood
Application Points
- Trust God to restore what seems lost and bring fullness to your life.
- Recognize the importance of spiritual investment in family and community.
- Embrace God's providence even in difficult or barren seasons.