Ruth Chapter 3

Ruth Chapter 3

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Introduction: We continue our study on the book of Ruth this week as we find Ruth resting at the feet of her kinsman-redeember who was Boaz. Finding GRACE and seeking REST constitute two of the key expressions of the book of Ruth. These may only be found at the feet of Boaz (a type of Christ).

The events of this chapter would lead to marriage, and we see the importance of parental guidance in choosing a mate. Even though she was a grown woman and a widow, she needed advice. This is lacking today in many instances, and it reveals why there are so many failed marriages in our time.

I. Ruth Seeking Rest

Ruth 3:1 Then Naomi her mother in law said unto her, My daughter, shall I not seek rest for thee, that it may be well with thee?

Ruth 3:2 And now is not Boaz of our kindred, with whose maidens thou wast? Behold, he winnoweth barley to night in the threshingfloor.

Ruth consults Naomi about finding rest. Naomi a type of the Godly remnant in Israel. She is concerned about a Gentile finding rest. A proper marriage was a place of rest and protection for the woman in the days of Ruth. It certainly should be today, and the decision to marry and who to marry is a very serious issue.

I Tim. 5:14, I will therefore that the younger women marry, bear children, guide the house, give none occasion to the adversary to speak reproachfully.

It was Ruth's duty to take the initiative.

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