Devotionables

This unique story in the middle of the night shows us not that some scandal has occurred between Ruth and Boaz but is another opportunity for the narrator to display their noble characters. The actions of Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz show that the righteous act in faith under the umbrella of the sovereignty of God.

Devotionables #387: Ruth 3:6-18

In the Middle of the Night

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"Let go, let God" is a common phrase in Christian circles. At its best, it can be helpful. But for many, it tends to lead toward faithless passivity. In Ruth, we see the characters all acting in faith. Each of them operates in righteousness. God works through their actions to bring blessings. Where do you need to act faithfully where perhaps you've been too passive?

Devotionables #386: Ruth 3:1-5

Let Go, Let God?

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The Lord is at work in seemingly mundane moments. Ruth was faithful in the small things. Ruth has found a kinsman redeemer! The Lord's providence brings Boaz and Ruth together to bring a future redeemer through their lineage.

Devotionables #385: Ruth 2:14-23

Kinsman Redeemer

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The Lord works providentially behind the scenes through the acts of faithful people. Through his providential work, the Lord graciously blesses Ruth through Boaz–fulfilling his promises to Abraham. Just like Ruth is blessed through a faithful redeemer, all who look to Jesus in faith are blessed in him and by him.

Devotionables #384: Ruth 2:4-13

Blessed by the Lord

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The narrator of Ruth introduces the readers to a new character in chapter 2. The introduction is intentionally prolonged to heighten its importance and stresses the character of the man called Boaz. We learn that Boaz is a mighty man of character who is a kinsman redeemer in Elimelech's line. He is meticulously faithful to the Lord and his law. He protects and cares for Ruth and Naomi. The Lord providentially works through Boaz to bring about redemption for Naomi and Ruth; and also you and me. For through Boaz, we get David. And through the line of David, a Savior who is Christ the Lord!

Devotionables #383: Ruth 2:1-3

Who is this Man?

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The story of Ruth reminds us that the God of the Bible is good. He works all things for our good and his glory. We don't always see the complete picture of how God is working in our lives, but Ruth reminds us that he is and that he is good!

Devotionables #382: Ruth 1:19-22

God is Good

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Ruth leaves all that she has known to follow Naomi back to the land of Judah. She puts her trust in the Lord. The Lord works in ways beyond her imagination.

Devotionables #381: Ruth 1:16-18

The Lord Works Beyond Our Greatest Imagination

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It's really easy, amid the hardness and struggles of life, to think that God is against us. Even more, we are tempted to believe that it is our fault. The dark moments in our lives are not the end of the story. Our dark and desperate times are not a sign that God is against us. Through these times, God works something greater than we could imagine as long as we continue in the faith.

Devotionables #380: Ruth 1:6-15

Dark Days

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Ruth opens by reminding the readers that this book's setting is in the time of the judges. Israel is longing for a king, and they need a king. God works providentially in the line of Judah to bring about a king, and ultimately the King who will fix this broken world. King Jesus has come and is coming again, and we long for his appearance.

Devotionables #379: Ruth 1:1-5

Longing for A King

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Ruth is a beloved part of the Old Testament wisdom literature. The author paints a beautiful picture of God's wise and loving providence. It shows us what it looks like to take refuge in the Lord and live under his rule.

Devotionables #378: Ruth

Ruth Takes Refuge in the LORD

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