Sharper Iron From Kfuo Radio

Rev. Zelwyn Heide, pastor at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Hannover, ND and Zion Lutheran Church in New Salem, ND, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Ruth 3:1-18. Naomi and Ruth have placed their hope in the LORD; now they act on the hope that the LORD has given them. Naomi tells her daughter-in-law to act boldly, though not improperly, in order to request help from Boaz. Following Naomi’s instructions, Ruth goes to the threshing floor for a private audience with Boaz. His uncovered feet awaken him, and Ruth requests his provision and protection in marriage. Boaz recognizes her kindness, not only in coming to him over younger men, but also in clinging to the promise of the LORD. He promises to help her and Naomi, whether through his own marriage to Ruth or through a closer kinsman redeemer. The virtue of both Boaz and Ruth is evident as they part ways, and Boaz continues his generosity toward Ruth and Naomi even when he knows he may not be the one to marry Ruth. As morning dawns, Naomi and Ruth eagerly wa