MD: KIDS CURRICULUM - REDEMPTION IN THE BOOK OF RUTH

Ruth is often told as a side story of friendship or finding love… but it is so much more! It is an essential part of the biblical narrative of God rescuing and redeeming His people. Ruth, an ancestor of King David and of Jesus himself, was also a poor, widowed, barren, immigrant to Bethlehem. Yet, her faithful commitment to God and His people allowed her to partner with God in His rescuing work for not only her and her family, but for generations of nations to come.

COMPONENTS

Each week will have the following components for your use with the kids. This is meant to be a resource. Please feel free to adapt as needed.

• Big Idea: The main point of this week’s story, mainly for the teacher to have in front of them as they lead

• Question: Ask kids a question to get them engaged and setup the big idea of the text

• Starter: This may be an illustration, game, or some type of ‘ice breaker’ to help introduce the lesson

• Scripture/Story: The actual lesson from the Scripture, as well as some points for teachers to explain it to kids

• Prayer: A corporate prayer provided that is simple enough for kids to pray along, or understand as the teacher prays

• Craft: Suggested activities or craft ideas for teachers to use following the story

• BLESS Activity: Challenge the kids to live out one of the BLESS (Bless, Listen, Eat, Speak, Sabbath) rhythms during the week that is related to the Story

Click on the week you are teaching to download the guide

Here’s an optional worksheet kids can use each week to follow along

Week One - Pleasant & Bitter
Week Two - Gleaning
Week Three - God Means For Good
Week Four - The True Redeemer