Tom Long preached a sermon about Ruth -- what I remember is that it starts out with no joy (bitterness that you referred to), no king, no security, no family ... and it ends with joy, a king, security, family, etc.

What I like best about this story is when Naomi tells Ruth to use her sexuality with Boaz, and says, "He will tell you what to do." Ruth does that -- almost. She ends up telling Boaz what to do.

Great reading in your blog.

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Apostle John | Homepage | 07.10.05 - 9:57 pm | #

Nice summary of the book - could you not have given me that before I preached on it??
jmark | Homepage | 07.11.05 - 11:43 pm | #