Good Faith Andy Crouch: Radical Loyalty In Our Fractured World
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Jun 26, 2025 
Andy Crouch, a partner in theology and culture at Praxis and author, joins to explore timeless lessons from the Book of Ruth. They discuss how Ruth’s fierce loyalty and Naomi’s grief offer radical insights into faithfulness amidst modern chaos. Themes of redemption, relational commitment, and the concept of a kinsman redeemer are highlighted as powerful antidotes to today’s individualism. Their conversation reveals how ancient stories can guide us in building compassionate communities and navigating life's uncertainties.
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Book of Ruth as Redemption
- The Book of Ruth is a paradigmatic story of redemption meaning buying back someone lost to freedom.
- This ancient story offers a redemptive framework relevant for entrepreneurship and cultural engagement today.
Ruth's Context Mirrors Modern Chaos
- The book of Ruth opens in a time of political and social chaos echoing modern turmoil.
- It portrays profound loss, displacement, and vulnerability, especially highlighting the immigrant experience.
Ruth's Radical Loyalty Example
- Ruth chooses radical loyalty and follows Naomi despite great uncertainty and danger.
- Orpah returns home, illustrating a reasonable but limited commitment compared to Ruth's extraordinary faithfulness.
