Study the stories of two Old Testament women—Ruth, a widow in search of security and Esther, a queen, called to save her people—and the God who hears their cries and remains faithful to his promises. Homework questions will come from Ruth and Esther: A 12-Week Study by Kathleen Nielson.
January 10: Introduction to Ruth
Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5
Speaker: Susan Hill
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January 17: Cancelled due to snow
January 24: Back to Bethlehem
Scripture: Ruth 1
Speaker: Susan Hill
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January 31: First Impressions
Scripture: Ruth 2
Speaker: Susan Hill
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February 7: An Awkward Proposal
Scripture: Ruth 3
Speaker: Susan Hill
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February 14: Redemption
Scripture: Ruth 4
Speaker: Susan Hill
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February 21: Intro, Esther and The Pieces Fall in Place
Scripture: Esther 1 & 2
Speaker: Susan Hill
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February 28: The Crisis and Response
Scripture: Esther 3-4
Speaker: Angie Gage
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March 7: The Story Takes a Turn
Scripture: Esther 5-6
Speaker: Susan Hill
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March 14: Falling and Rising
Scripture: Esther 7-8
Speaker: Susan Hill
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No Class March 21 due to spring break
March 28: Reversal: Consummated, Celebrated and Concluded
Scripture: Esther 9-10
Speaker: Susan Hill