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.
One of the best known stories of the Old Testament is not only about David and Goliath but also about the Lord and the...
We begin with an overview of the history of the church in Philippi, especially in relationship to Paul and his companions. Also, we were...
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