At the beginning of Ruth 3, Naomi took matters into her own hands to secure a husband for Ruth. Her plan was risky, but it worked perfectly (until a complication arose). At the end of the chapter, Boaz determined to take matters into his own hands. Both of them had previously prayed for Ruth, and the time had come for them to act. Because he was a kinsman, he could act as a redeemer. His actions point toward God’s supreme act of kindness in providing a kinsman who could redeem us.
To those who try to impose their own rules on all Christians we should just say “No!”
If we invest in making disciples, our lives become bound up with theirs to die and live together.
Timothy and Epaphroditus demonstrated the mind of Christ in the way they lived.
