Ruth 4: 17 The women of the neighborhood gave him a name, saying, “A son has been born to Naomi.” They named him Obed; he became the father of Jesse, the father of David.
Naomi and her husband left Israel for Moab. While they lived there, both of their sons married Moabite women. All the men died, and Naomi wanted to go home. The daughters in law went with her, but one turned back after Naomi released them from their obligations. Not Ruth! She followed Naomi and cared for her, even after she married Boaz. And her son, who would become David's grandfather, and thus an ancestor of Jesus, was called Naomi's son.
What a beautiful ending to Ruth's story! She was so faithful, and her family was blessed by that. What a great honor to be a foundation of the house of David! God used Ruth and Naomi to prepare for the arrival of His son, the Messiah!
Prayer: Lord, I honor those women of faith, Naomi and Ruth. They represent all I hope to be remembered. Guide me to lead my family towards faith in You.
Amen
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