Ruth and the Power of Loyalty

Set during a time of famine and social upheaval, the Book of Ruth is an intimate story of two widows, Naomi and Ruth. When Naomi loses her husband and sons, she tells her daughters-in-law to go back to their own people.

'Where You Go, I Will Go'

Ruth’s response is one of the most famous declarations of loyalty in literature. She chooses to stay with Naomi, a decision that meant leaving her culture, her safety net, and her future prospects.

The Dignity of Hard Work

Ruth didn't wait for a miracle; she went to work. By gleaning in the fields, she provided for Naomi. Her character caught the eye of Boaz, and her story shifted from one of loss to one of redemption.

A Legacy of Kindness

Ruth, a foreigner, eventually becomes the great-grandmother of King David and an ancestor of Jesus. Her story teaches that no act of kindness is too small and that loyalty in the dark seasons can lead to unexpected light.