Enter Boaz

Enter Boaz

 Ruth, Chapter 2 As chapter two opens, we are introduced to a relative of Naomi’s on her husband’s side. Boaz is called a man of standing. He would have been capable, strong, and wealthy. He may have been the hometown hero, a defender of Bethlehem.  God’s...
When Life Seems Out of Control

When Life Seems Out of Control

Ruth, Chapter 1 The book of Ruth shows us that God cares about ordinary people in everyday life. This story describes how God works through normal circumstances and everyday conditions, working out His sovereign plan with imperfect people. And these are people like...
Gratitude Perfumes Everything*

Gratitude Perfumes Everything*

Where does gratitude rank on your list of godly virtues? Right up there with obedience, love, faith, hope, joy, patience and longsuffering?  Or is gratitude second tier;  important, but not crucial.  Down there with hospitality and cheerfulness—nice but...
Choosing Gratitude*

Choosing Gratitude*

Most of us would probably describe ourselves as thankful people. When we were young, our mothers taught us to say please and thank you and they would remind us to write thank you notes to grandma, other relatives, or friends when they mailed us a gift. It’s just good...
The Long Look

The Long Look

Ruth 4 In ancient times, public business was conducted not in city hall, but at the city gate through which most citizens would pass sometime during a given day. Not wasting any time, Boaz went to the city gate to take care of his business. “Meanwhile Boaz went up to...