Ruth 3: 6-18

Trust is a very essential element in a relationship. Ruth was now in a very vulnerable position and was willing to trust both Naomi's instincts and also the integrity of Boaz. She has also adopted the ways and the customs of a land she know little or nothing about. She places herself in a very vulnerable situation where she goes to a sleeping man's bed and offers herself to him. While this was quite acceptable in those times, it would be thought of quite differently in modern day. She acknowledges herself as his servant and he as her redeemer.

Ruth's reputation precedes her as Boaz is quick to point out and feels honored by her choice in him. He did feel that there was a hindrance that he would have to address; there was a closer kinsman that he in regards to the land (and ultimately her). Therefore, he would have to go that person and offer to buy the land and it's obligations from that person to legitimize the deal. He would allow her to spend the night and would not publicly mention this encounter to avoid gossip. He gives her food since the harvest is over and she returns to Naomi to tell her all that happened. Naomi is confident in Boaz and predicts his resolve to see a conclusion to this.

O, if it were this easy nowadays... My prayers for my sons are for them to marry women like Ruth and for them to be a redeemer for their family.

Looking forward after my doctor's visit to head up to NH and see my buds. It's been over two years since I have seen them collectively and while we have spoken/texted individually, this will be a real treat. Long drive but hopefully good quality time with David. Still prayers for GG and his retest on Monday.

Praise for today: Be exalted, O God , above the heavens, and let your glory be over all of the earth. Psalm 108:5