Serious About Our Soul

“He measured six ephahs of barley and laid it on her.” Ruth 3:15

As a token of his promise to Ruth, Boaz gave her an abundant blessing before sending her home to Naomi to await the outcome of her future. Since their first meeting, Boaz had been caring for Ruth and her needs. He gave her constant assurances of his care. This last gift was six times greater than she had received the first day of her acquaintance with him. He had withheld nothing she needed from her. Such was the love of Boaz for Ruth.

Christ loved us enough to make the sacrifice needed for our souls. He has already secured our hand for eternity. Satan, as always, despised responsibility, and willingly let another suffer for us. Ruth did not yet know the outcome of her future, but she knew the one who promised and was content. The six ephahs of barley showed her he was serious. He would take care of her. The cross of Christ proved He was serious. He will take care of us.

Dear Jesus, Thank you for being serious about our souls and dying to give us eternal life. Amen.

  The Friday Benediction

Until Monday, my friends, may the good God envelop you with His grace; may you prove the common confession of faith, “I believe in the holy Christian church and in the fellowship of the saints”, and may you be enriched with joy and hope as you exercise that confession this weekend.  Amen

 

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