Ruth Proposes to Boaz
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Ruth Proposes to Boaz

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In Ruth 3, a single woman travels at night to a barn full of men, uncovers the feet of one man, then proposes marriage. What can we learn from this strange, shocking episode? Alistair Begg explains how this moment in Ruth’s life displayed her sincere trust in God’s care and protection. Above all, we see a foreshadowing of Jesus Christ in Boaz, Ruth’s kinsman-redeemer. Just as Boaz covered Ruth, providing her security, so we are covered by the blood of Christ, who grants us forgiveness and peace.

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Alistair Begg
Alistair Begg is Senior Pastor at Parkside Church in Cleveland, Ohio, and the Bible teacher on Truth For Life, which is heard on the radio and online around the world.