The Need Of Ruth Is Seen
Ruth 3
Naomi was a caring parent to Ruth
Ruth chose Naomi - 2:23
Naomi chose Ruth - 1a
Naomi showed concern for Ruth 1b
Ruth showed respect for Naomi
Ruth was an obedient daughter to Naomi
Listened (must hear)
Obeyed
Ruth needed protection
Stranger in a strange land
Unable to help self
Ruth asked for Boaz 's protection or covering
Shock of Boaz - 8
Request for marriage - 3:9
Not improper - 3:11
Guided by Naomi (parents arranged marriages - similar)
God's hand is upon her
Boaz had referred to this - 2:12
Boaz agreed to redeem Ruth as her near-kinsman
If allowed - 13
Boaz sent to Naomi a gift to honor her
Great, generous gift (laid) - 15
Gary Marcum - New Beginnings Church - 022606pm