An overview of the historical background and theology of Ruth to help you develop your sermon series and apply it to your hearers. The story of Ruth shines like a beautiful beam of light in the ...

I’m afraid there’s no way to write this column without sounding like a nerd of the first order. But let’s face it. I am, alas, a nerd of the first order. Specifically, I’m a Bible nerd. If possible, ...

The narrative of the Book of Ruth is poignant: One can almost feel the tragic atmosphere in the circle of three bereaved women and hear the soft voice of young widow Ruth as she declares her loyalty ...

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