Things have been terrible, and the answer isn’t in going further from God, but in drawing closer to Him.”, iii. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website. By proceeding, you consent to our cookie usage. We need 2 cookies to store this setting. Since these providers may collect personal data like your IP address we allow you to block them here. Enduring Word Commentary Series – The Book of Ruth Enduring Word Commentary Series – The Book of Ruth. ii. i. So Naomi returned, and Ruth the Moabitess her daughter-in-law with her, who returned from the country of Moab. The Book of Ruth; The Book of 1 Samuel; The Book of 2 Samuel; The Book of 1 Kings; The Book of 2 Kings; The Book of Job; The 119th Psalm; The Book of Ecclesiastes; The Song of Solomon; The Book of Isaiah; The Book of Jeremiah; The Book of Daniel; New Testament . Otherwise you will be prompted again when opening a new browser window or new a tab. The two of them went until they came to Bethlehem: It was a long walk from Moab to Bethlehem, and the trip was mostly uphill. These have lost the fruit of their afflictions… and are therefore most miserable.” (Trapp). c. Both Mahlon and Chilion died: As time went on (about ten years) Naomi’s sons died. ii. Instead, she showed that she trusted the sovereignty of God, and knew that despite her personal calamities, He is a good God who blesses. Ruth invited me to lunch again. The Hebrew word for security in verse one is the same word for rest in Ruth 1:9, where Naomi hoped that her daughters-in-law would find rest and security in the home of a new husband. Orpah kissed her mother-in-law, but Ruth clung to her: There comes a place in our following after God where it comes down to doing. Latest Episodes. Naomi had no idea – not the slightest – of how greatly God was going to bless her in a short time. You always can block or delete cookies by changing your browser settings and force blocking all cookies on this website. (John 3:16). The LORD do so to me, and more also, if anything but death parts you and me.” When she saw that she was determined to go with her, she stopped speaking to her. The Book of Ruth – Enduring Word Media Server David Guzik Christianity 4.9 • 8 Ratings; Listen on Apple Podcasts. https://storage.googleapis.com/enduring-word-media/audio/Ruth0400_00.mp3. Ruth 4 – The Marriage of Ruth and Boaz Each of these were raised up by God, not to rule as kings, but to lead Israel during a specific challenge, and then to go back to obscurity. Jun 27, 2020 - the Enduring Word Bible from Concordia Publishing House. To be a childless widow was to be among the lowest, most disadvantaged classes in the ancient world. The Book of Exodus; The Book of Judges; The Book of Ruth; The Book of 1 Samuel; The Book of 2 Samuel; The Book of 1 Kings; The Book of 2 Kings Click to enable/disable _gat_* - Google Analytics Cookie. Our website uses cookies to store user preferences. She wanted to be part of the good things that God was doing. Many hear of the good things God is doing in the lives of others, and only wish they could have some of it – instead of actually setting out to receive it. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer. In this chapter we have the wedding between Boaz and Ruth, in the circumstances of which there was something uncommon, which is kept upon record for the illustration, not only of the law concerning the marrying of a brother’s widow (Deu. Follow Desiring God on Twitter. Old Testament. c. Orpah kissed her mother-in-law: What happened to Orpah? ‎Pastor David Guzik preaches through the Old Testament Book of Ruth. Old Testament. Now they came to Bethlehem at the beginning of barley harvest. You always can block or delete cookies by changing your browser settings and force blocking all cookies on this website. a. b. She prayed that they would remarry (each in the house of her husband). We may request cookies to be set on your device. Perhaps you are sincere, but you are mistaken. ii. This was a definite departure from the Promised Land of Israel, and a return towards the wilderness from which God had delivered Israel hundreds of years before. i. Naomi wasn’t a phony. Scripture: Ruth 3. Naomi here says that she has no other sons to give either Orpah or Ruth. If only she could see it! THEY COME TO BETH-LEHEM. And they said to her, “Surely we will return with you to your people.” But Naomi said, “Turn back, my daughters; why will you go with me? a. When David Guzik was a young … i. Naomi knew that the tragedy that came into her life was not because of fate, chance, or blind fortune. These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features. i. © Copyright - Enduring Word       |      . Please see our Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. Podcast Hosting ; Podcast Statistics; PowerPress Plugin; Sign Up; Sign In; Podcaster Dashboard; Manage Account; Billing; Sign out; Sign Up; Sign In; Podcaster Dashboard; The Book of Ruth – Enduring Word Media Server. But in the coming chapters, it will be shown the Almighty will bless her. Check to enable permanent hiding of message bar and refuse all cookies if you do not opt in. ii. c. Your God, my God: Ten years of Naomi’s compromise in Moab never made Ruth confess her allegiance to the God of Israel. And they went to the country of Moab and remained there. Not everyone reacts to trials the way Naomi did. Chapter 4. 25:5, etc. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. Deal kindly is the ancient Hebrew word hesed. We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. But Ruth clave unto her; and even in the pages of Sterne, that great master of pathos, there is nothing which so calls forth the sensibilities of the reader as the simple effusion he has borrowed from Scripture--of Ruth to her mother-in-law [CHALMERS]. a. Otherwise you will be prompted again when opening a new browser window or new a tab. The fact that Boaz and Ruth were able to raise up a son to the deceased Elimelech was evidence of God’s blessing. Please see our Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. c. A famine in the land: God specifically promised there would always be plenty in the land if Israel was obedient. The LORD gave her conception: The gift of children was never taken for granted in Israel. They lifted up their voices and wept again: Both Orpah and Ruth felt deeply; both loved Naomi; both were anxious about the future. It is hard to say that this was the direct hand of God’s judgment against them. b. You can also change some of your preferences. Yet she still honored and loved the LORD. And Naomi said to her two daughters-in-law, “Go, return each to her mother’s house. b. The next verse tells us the name of the man was Elimelech and his intention of short visit turned into ten, tragedy-filled years – and Elimelech never returned to Israel. Then they lifted up their voices and wept again; and Orpah kissed her mother-in-law, but Ruth clung to her. These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience. If I should say I have hope, if I should have a husband tonight and should also bear sons, would you wait for them till they were grown? Tuesday, July 27, 2010. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and … The LORD grant that you may find rest, each in the house of her husband.” Then she kissed them, and they lifted up their voices and wept. You can also change some of your preferences. By proceeding, you consent to our cookie usage. Changes will take effect once you reload the page. Wherever you go, I will go; and wherever you lodge, I will lodge; your people shall be my people: This was a noble – even outstanding – friend-to-friend commitment. Bethlehem was a rich agricultural area (the city name means “House of Bread”), but times were tough, so he went to the pagan land of Moab. If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here: We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. Then Elimelech, Naomi’s husband, died: When Elimelech and his family came to Moab, they did not find life easier. Click to enable/disable essential site cookies. Again, this was not in obedience to God; God commanded the Israelites to not marry among the pagan nations surrounding them. And your God, [will be] my God meant that Naomi’s relationship with God made an impact on Ruth. b. You can check these in your browser security settings. Are there still sons in my womb: According to the laws of ancient Israel, if a young woman was left widowed, without having had a son, then one of her deceased husband’s brothers was responsible for being a “surrogate father” and providing her with a son. Jewish traditions say this request of Naomi came four miles outside of Moab; and that Orpah shed only four tears over the thought of parting from her mother-in-law Naomi. We provide you with a list of stored cookies on your computer in our domain so you can check what we stored. We are glad that God didn’t just feel His love for us; instead, For God so loved the world, He gave His only begotten Son. iii. She had been widowed, had lost both her sons, and believed that she had caused each calamity by her disobedience. ©2018 David Guzik – No distribution beyond personal use without permission. Our life with God should make others want to come back to the LORD just by looking at our life. d. The LORD do so to me, and more also, if anything but death parts you and me: Ruth had little knowledge of the true God, the God of Israel – but she knew He was a God of fairness and justice, so He could be called upon to hold Ruth accountable to this promise. Ruth's Visit Photo Source: Powerhouse Museum Collection. Click to enable/disable _gid - Google Analytics Cookie. All the city was excited because of them: Bethlehem was just a large village; everyone in the village would have known everyone else and remembered those who had left years ago. Ruth's Dilemma I started checking the orchard and around the barn with my gun every morning and William checked it every evening. Why do you call me Naomi, since the LORD has testified against me, and the Almighty has afflicted me?”. Of course, we don’t know. i. Lola was scared, but didn't show it. She wasn’t going to go home, pretend everything was fine, and be “pleasant.” She was going to be honest and say “Here I am and my life has been bitter.”. She had lost a husband, two sons, and one daughter-in-law. We provide you with a list of stored cookies on your computer in our domain so you can check what we stored. And they dwelt there about ten years. ‎Enduring Word exists to promote the work of Christian discipleship and evangelism worldwide, mainly through the publication and dissemination of the Bible teaching work of David Guzik and likeminded people. The LORD deal kindly with you, as you have dealt with the dead and with me. i. Trapp on even if I should have a husband tonight and should also bear sons: “Without having a husband, she doth not once think of having children, as many wantons and light-skirts do; making themselves whores, and their children bastards, and all for satisfying the rage of present lust, though after they repent with grief and shame.”. i. This is striking, because Naomi did not have an easy life. b. b. Orpah kissed her mother-in-law, but Ruth clung to her: There comes a place in our following after God where it comes down to doing. We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. So now there were three childless widows – Naomi and her two daughters-in-law, Orpah and Ruth. But Ruth’s commitment to Naomi went even further: And your God, [will be] my God. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. It is sometimes difficult to discern why tragic things happen. She felt the tragedies were an example of God’s affliction because she could not see the end of His plan. Pastor David Guzik preaches through the Old Testament Book of Ruth. All the good that happens in the future chapters begins here: With Naomi’s godly repentance and honesty. Sunday, March 25, 2012. She has felt that the Almighty has afflicted me. And she said, “Look, your sister-in-law has gone back to her people and to her gods; return after your sister-in-law.” But Ruth said: “Entreat me not to leave you, Or to turn back from following after you; For wherever you go, I will go; and wherever you lodge, I will lodge; your people shall be my people, and your God, my God. She acknowledged His total control over all circumstances. Perhaps Naomi felt a particular guilt; perhaps she was the one who pushed to move out of Israel, and who pushed to marry off the sons. So Boaz took Ruth and she became his wife; and when he went in to her, the LORD gave her conception, and she bore a son. This Hebrew word ( manowach) speaks of what a home should be – a place of rest and security. Where you die, I will die, and there will I be buried. She felt that the calamity which came upon her family came because they were disobedient, probably in leaving the Promised Land of Israel and marrying their sons to Moabite women. We need 2 cookies to store this setting. c. The hand of the LORD has gone out against me: Despite this feeling, Naomi is going back to the land of Israel – and going back to her God. You will never win any soul to the right by a compromise with the wrong. If you think you will persuade your friends or relatives to Jesus by your compromise, you are mistaken. Check to enable permanent hiding of message bar and refuse all cookies if you do not opt in. The Enduring Word Diary of Rachel Longworth. All she had left was one daughter-in-law, Ruth. The LORD deal kindly with you… The LORD grant that you may find rest: With these words Naomi freely blessed them. Naomi could have stayed in Moab all of her life wishing things were different, but she did something to receive what God had to give her. But she knew there was a sovereign God of heaven and didn’t think she had just run into a string of “bad luck.”, ii. The whole time he was down there, I was on pins and needles hoping nobody would get him and then come up here for us. c. She kissed them… they lifted up their voices and wept: This emotion shown is evidence of the real relationship of love between Naomi and her daughters-in-law. Click to enable/disable Google reCaptcha. In Ruth 1:9, Naomi described marriage as a place of rest: The LORD grant that you may find rest, each in the house of her husband. It was a desperate situation. a. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. I told her I could not come as I did not like to take Benjamin out in the cold weather unless I had to. It will make a difference not only in her life, but in the life of her daughter-in-law Ruth – and in the destiny of the nation Israel – and in your eternal salvation. If Naomi was bitter or angry against God, she probably would have gone another way – further from the God of Israel, rather than back to Him. You can check these in your browser security settings. It is decision for Christ and his truth that has the greatest power in the family, and the greatest power in the world, too.” (Spurgeon). But what will you do? b. It is possible for God to accomplish amazing things both for now and eternity, if we will turn towards Him today, not only in our feelings, but also in our actions. If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here: We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. Click to enable/disable Google Analytics tracking. Click to enable/disable Google Analytics tracking. She had heard in the country of Moab that the LORD had visited His people: From distant Moab, Naomi heard that God was doing good things back in Israel. Ruth 1:19-22. The days when the Judges ruled were actually dark days for Israel; the period was characterized by the phrase everyone did what was right in his own eyes (Judges 17:6, 18:1, 19:1, and 21:25). Now they took wives of the women of Moab: Mahlon and Chilion grew, and took wives among the Moabite women, named Orpah and Ruth. Then she arose with her daughters-in-law that she might return from the country of Moab, for she had heard in the country of Moab that the LORD had visited His people by giving them bread. Click on the different category headings to find out more. Elimelech soon died, and his wife Naomi was left to care for their two boys, Mahlon and Chilion. i. Look, your sister-in-law has gone: Naomi did what she could to discourage Ruth from coming with her back to Israel. Beyond personal use without permission from Concordia Publishing house to find out more of the good things that God going. 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