Ruth 1-4

by Rebekah Johnson

"...Boaz fathered Obed, Obed fathered Jesse, and Jesse fathered David." Ruth 4:21-22

The story of Ruth is filled with unwavering faithfulness and loyalty:

• Ruth never left Naomi, she stayed with her mother-in-law and refused to return to the familiar comfort zones of her people - she chose to trust Naomi's God rather than men.
• She trusted God and followed His step by step guidance toward Boaz, her kinsman redeemer.
• Boaz realized his responsibility to his family and before God - he was faithful.

Definitely one of the more "feel good" stories in the Bible, the story of Ruth isn't just "feel good." These events paved the way for the Messiah, the Christ. Because of Boaz and Ruth's trust and obedience, they became ancestors to our Lord Jesus Christ.