The book of Ruth reveals a romance of covenant love and kindness that the God of Israel lavishes on one of the "daughters of Zion" after tragedy threatens her life and future survival. This woman of faith plummets into a pit of pain and despair. Life becomes lost in a gamble of choices, and life's millstone crushes futures dreams. Women of all ages and backgrounds have found themselves and their personal stories in the testimony of this suffering survivor. Her story teaches us that life's journey requires faithful friends that are willing to walk with us.
Naomi is the first female introduced in this heartfelt story, but her daughter-in-law Ruth is the heroine, or "wonder woman" that saves the day. She starts as the "underdog" in this famous narrative but emerges as the catalyst of redemption for herself, her family, and ultimately the world. Ruth is a role model for all women of faith who desire to see God's redemptive plan and purposes come to pass in their lives, their families, and their future.
The book of Ruth teaches women of all generations to continue in their journey of faith. When fear of the future stood in their way, because of pain, problems, famines, and fatalities, these two women formed a stronger bond. Each chapter reveals an essential element in the redemptive process of Ruth's journey. We hope that this fresh look at Ruth's Story of Redemption will be relevant and transforming for your personal growth.
