I. Observation
Step One: Choose a person to study.
For this character-sketch Bible study I will be studying: Boaz
Step Two: Identify and list all the Bible passages on the person. You may find it helpful to use a Bible dictionary, Bible handbook, or a study Bible. Remember that some Old Testament characters are mentioned in the New Testament.
Ruth 1:1-22
Ruth 2:1
Ruth 2:3-5
Ruth 2:8
Ruth 2:11
Ruth 2:14-15
Ruth 2:19
Ruth 2:23
Ruth 3:2
Ruth 3:7
Ruth 4:1
Ruth 4:5
Ruth 4:8-9
Ruth 4:13
Ruth 4:21
1 Kings 7:21
1 Chronicles 2:11-12
2 Chronicles 3:17
Step Three: Read through each passage, making general observations based on first impressions. List (in complete sentences) at least 10 general observations from the Bible passages on your …show more content…
We can see that God keeps his word and fulfills his promises he had made. God did this while Isreal continued to be disobedient.
B. Boaz could have not accepted Ruth because she was a Moabite. Instead, he accepted her for who she is. God accepts us for who we are not our demographics.
C. A kinsman redeemer is the next-of-kin (Maclaren). Boaz was the kinsman redeemer of Elimelech and Naomi. Boaz was able to redeem Ruth from being a widower, orphan and slavery (Hinson p.146). God is our redeemer if we follow him.
D. Ruth trusted God to lead her in the right direction. We can see how we should trust God and he will lead us in the right direction.
E. When Boaz and Ruth married, it was not the easiest marriage. They have to make the commitment to work and to stay together (Hinson p. 147).
III. Correlation
Step Seven: Ask, “How does this character’s life reflect other truths found in the Scriptures?” List and explain 3 truths from this person’s life that fit within all of the Bible. Your explanation must note how these truths fit the framework of God’s Word.
A. Truth one is that God sees us as on demographic. No race, gender or any other demographic does not matter to God. We are all one. Even though Boaz and Ruth were different they still accepted each other at …show more content…
The question of character
Boaz wanted to make sure that he was able to be Ruth’s redeemer by other kinsman before marrying her. This allows us to see that Boaz did not want to take anyone elses place. He was able to protect and redeem Ruth.
C. The question of cause
Boaz was able to forgive and be able to be a kinsman redeemer. He was able to revived the lineage by having Obed, who would be King David’s grandfather.
D. The question of discernment
Boaz was discernment if Ruth was truly worth being redeemed and saved. Even when Ruth was loyal and faithful Boaz had concerns. We have that with everyone we come in contact with.
Citations
Maclaren, A. (n.d.). The Kinsman-Redeemer. Retrieved May 6, 2018, from http://biblehub.com/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_h/the_kinsman-redeemer.htm
Williams, M. (n.d.). Boaz in the Bible: Character Profile. Retrieved May 6, 2018, from https://www.whatchristianswanttoknow.com/boaz-in-the-bible-character-profile/#ixzz5Ef8YQUwb
Hidson, Edward. Towns, Elmer L. Illustrated Bible Survey: An Introduction. Tennessee: B&H Publishing Group, 2013
Hindson, Edward. Courageous Faith: Life Lessons from Old Testament Heroes. Tennessee: AMG Publishers,
Step One: Choose a person to study.
For this character-sketch Bible study I will be studying: Boaz
Step Two: Identify and list all the Bible passages on the person. You may find it helpful to use a Bible dictionary, Bible handbook, or a study Bible. Remember that some Old Testament characters are mentioned in the New Testament.
Ruth 1:1-22
Ruth 2:1
Ruth 2:3-5
Ruth 2:8
Ruth 2:11
Ruth 2:14-15
Ruth 2:19
Ruth 2:23
Ruth 3:2
Ruth 3:7
Ruth 4:1
Ruth 4:5
Ruth 4:8-9
Ruth 4:13
Ruth 4:21
1 Kings 7:21
1 Chronicles 2:11-12
2 Chronicles 3:17
Step Three: Read through each passage, making general observations based on first impressions. List (in complete sentences) at least 10 general observations from the Bible passages on your …show more content…
We can see that God keeps his word and fulfills his promises he had made. God did this while Isreal continued to be disobedient.
B. Boaz could have not accepted Ruth because she was a Moabite. Instead, he accepted her for who she is. God accepts us for who we are not our demographics.
C. A kinsman redeemer is the next-of-kin (Maclaren). Boaz was the kinsman redeemer of Elimelech and Naomi. Boaz was able to redeem Ruth from being a widower, orphan and slavery (Hinson p.146). God is our redeemer if we follow him.
D. Ruth trusted God to lead her in the right direction. We can see how we should trust God and he will lead us in the right direction.
E. When Boaz and Ruth married, it was not the easiest marriage. They have to make the commitment to work and to stay together (Hinson p. 147).
III. Correlation
Step Seven: Ask, “How does this character’s life reflect other truths found in the Scriptures?” List and explain 3 truths from this person’s life that fit within all of the Bible. Your explanation must note how these truths fit the framework of God’s Word.
A. Truth one is that God sees us as on demographic. No race, gender or any other demographic does not matter to God. We are all one. Even though Boaz and Ruth were different they still accepted each other at …show more content…
The question of character
Boaz wanted to make sure that he was able to be Ruth’s redeemer by other kinsman before marrying her. This allows us to see that Boaz did not want to take anyone elses place. He was able to protect and redeem Ruth.
C. The question of cause
Boaz was able to forgive and be able to be a kinsman redeemer. He was able to revived the lineage by having Obed, who would be King David’s grandfather.
D. The question of discernment
Boaz was discernment if Ruth was truly worth being redeemed and saved. Even when Ruth was loyal and faithful Boaz had concerns. We have that with everyone we come in contact with.
Citations
Maclaren, A. (n.d.). The Kinsman-Redeemer. Retrieved May 6, 2018, from http://biblehub.com/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_h/the_kinsman-redeemer.htm
Williams, M. (n.d.). Boaz in the Bible: Character Profile. Retrieved May 6, 2018, from https://www.whatchristianswanttoknow.com/boaz-in-the-bible-character-profile/#ixzz5Ef8YQUwb
Hidson, Edward. Towns, Elmer L. Illustrated Bible Survey: An Introduction. Tennessee: B&H Publishing Group, 2013
Hindson, Edward. Courageous Faith: Life Lessons from Old Testament Heroes. Tennessee: AMG Publishers,