As we have been journeying through the book of Ruth we have starting to see two things: God is both sovereign – he is in control of all things and he is also kind. In Ruth 3, we see how an understanding of God’s sovereign kindness leads to Naomi seeking rest for Ruth by coming up with a risky plan. And as this plan plays out, just as we think that things couldn’t be more out of control and dangerous, we see how the righteousness of Ruth and Boaz – an extension of God’s kindness to them – really matters in in God’s sovereign planning. If, as God’s people, we too want to live risky and righteous lives, we too need to find the rest that comes from trusting in the sovereign kindness of God.
Ruth 3