Each dialogue we have about the book of Ruth seems even more important than the last. Our passage reads, “Then she came softly and uncovered his feet and lay down. At midnight the man was startled and turned over, and behold, a woman lay at his feet! He said, ‘Who are you?’ And she answered, ‘I am Ruth, your servant. Spread your wings over your servant, for you are a redeemer.’” (Ruth 3:7b-9). In this passage, Boaz and Ruth are at their most intimate. This eternal moment in time helps us to uncover redemption in the day-to-day of our lives. Take a look at the chapter headings below to see the ground we cover. As usual, the music in this episode was written and recorded by Jack Baumgartner.
Chapters
00:00 Opening Prayer and Introduction
04:00 Exploring Ruth's Submission and Boldness
07:49 The Significance of Coming Softly
12:38 Cosmic Events on the Threshing Floor
19:07 The Role of Identity in Ruth's Journey
27:19 The Startling Encounter at Midnight
32:34 Ruth's Proposal and the Symbolism of Wings
38:16 Understanding Redemption and Its Modern Implications
45:08 The Power of Community and Friendship
52:05 The Role of the Redeemer in Relationships
01:02:07 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
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