Read Jonah 1 Where do you see evidence of God’s mercy in the lives of the various characters in this chapter: Jonah? The Ninevites? The men on the ship? Think of a time in your own life when you ran from God’s plan (and you knew that you were running). What happened in your story?

Were you able to see evidence of God’s mercy last week as you read through the book of Ruth? This week we will read through the book of Jonah looking for the same thing! We will start with our friends at The Bible Project for an overview! What strikes you from the video? Does a certain theme compel you? Do …

Listen to the following song and reflect on God’s incredible mercy as you prepare your heart for the service this morning:

Spend some time listening to the book of Ruth – the whole thing. You can also read through if that’s your preference. Think over your last year. What evidence is there in your own life that God is providing for you just like He provided for Ruth? Ruth took the next step of faithfulness, and then the next, and the …

Read Ruth 4 It is so refreshing how Ruth and Naomi are cared for throughout this story! So again- where do you see mercy at work here? Think through each of the characters in the story. What is surprising about this story being nestled into the lineage of King David, and then of Jesus? How does this surprising story offer …

Read Ruth 3 After this reading, you may be wondering what a guardian-redeemer is. A guardian-redeemer was a close, influential relative to whom members of the extended family could turn to for help, usually when the family line or possessions were in danger of being lost. Perhaps you cannot relate to the exact scenario in this chapter, but can you …

Read Ruth chapter 2 Reflect on these questions today: How do you see God using Ruth to show His mercy to Naomi? Who has the Lord put into your life to do the same? Where do you see evidence of mercy in this chapter?