Heart Dive with Kanoe Gibson Lesson 097 | Ruth 1-4 | Heartbeat of God | 2025-2026 Bible Study & Commentary
Jan 29, 2026
A lively walk through Ruth 1-4 focusing on loss, loyalty, and unexpected restoration. They spotlight Ruth’s radical choice to cling to Naomi and the meaning of faithful commitment. The narrative of gleaning, Boaz’s kindness, and the kinsman-redeemer role shows God’s provision. The story’s harvest imagery and public restoration point to hope and lineage renewed.
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Providence Works With Free Will
- God preserves human free will while still working providentially behind the scenes to redeem situations.
- Naomi's choices and misunderstandings reveal God's patience and allowance for honest grief.
Choose Covenant Love, Not Feelings
- Do choose covenantal love over emotion when facing hard choices, following Ruth's resolute commitment to Naomi.
- Stay faithful and humble; God honors steady obedience with provision and favor.
Laws That Provide For The Vulnerable
- God's laws (like gleaning) create systems that provide for the vulnerable and showcase His heart.
- Boaz's protection and generosity mirror God's removal of shame and practical provision.