We wrap up our story of Ruth with an abbreviated version of the genealogy of David. This is also a snipped of Jesus’ genealogy as He follows king David. God chose the tribe of Judah to bring His Son into the world. He also chose the tribe of Judah to be king over His people. […]
Ruth’s faithfulness to Naomi is about to be rewarded. Naomi’s heart is also going to be renewed again in her old age. God smiles down on these two widows and changes their stories. Ruth and Naomi’s story has been one of sorrow, brokenness, and calamity. But it has also been a story of love and […]
Boaz is determined to see that Ruth’s future is secure. He is MORE than willing to take her as his wife but he has to first make sure it is his right. He is determined to confirm his place as her redeemer. The right of redeemer is a complicated one. The nearest relative of the […]
Naomi sees how hard Ruth is working. She has a plan to fix that. She has a leg up on that because Boaz has already noticed Ruth. Ruth chose Naomi over her own family. She continues to choose her every day. There are plenty of men in Bethlehem that she could choose to pursue for […]
Ruth and Naomi are safe in Bethlehem. Now the task of day to day survival needs to be addressed. Ruth is ready for whatever it takes. She will be a tireless worker to bring food into their home. The story of Ruth and Naomi has been spread about the community. Even the field hands know […]
