Engage Thursday Bible Study – May 14, 2026 | Week 3

Title: Restored: Hmmmmm...Humility! | Not Celebrated but Absolutely Necessary – Week 3

Scripture:

Ruth 2 (NIV)

Key Verse: Ruth 2:12 (NIV)

“May the Lord repay you for what you have done. May you be richly rewarded by the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge.”

Summary:

In Week 3 of Hmmmmm...Humility!, Pastor Michael continued the journey through the book of Ruth by exploring Ruth Chapter 2, where we witnessed God’s favor, provision, and restoration unfolding in unexpected ways.

As Ruth faithfully gleaned in the fields to care for Naomi, we were reminded that humility is often expressed through obedience, hard work, patience, and trusting God in uncertain seasons. Though Ruth faced grief, vulnerability, and an uncertain future, God quietly worked behind the scenes through Boaz to provide protection, kindness, favor, and provision.

This lesson reminded us that God is always at work, even when we cannot immediately see it. Through bitterness, disappointment, setbacks, or seasons of struggle, God is still restoring, guiding, and opening doors. We were challenged to reflect on how humility shapes our character, how we treat others, and how God can use faithful obedience to position us for unexpected blessings.

Ultimately, Ruth’s story reminds us that God sees our faithfulness and often works through ordinary people and moments to bring restoration, hope, and purpose.

Key Takeaways:

1. Humility is often expressed through obedience, patience, and faithfulness.

2. God is always working behind the scenes, even in difficult seasons.

3. Good character matters and often opens doors for favor and opportunity.

4. We are called to treat strangers, vulnerable people, and those in need with kindness and dignity.

5. God can move us from bitterness to restoration through faith and trust.

6. Living righteously shapes how we reflect God to others.

7. Faith requires action. Ruth trusted God and stepped forward instead of remaining stuck.

8. God can use unexpected people and moments to provide exactly what we need.