July 29, 2025 • 15 mins
The Kinsman Redeemer, who married a foreign widow to redeem her from a life of struggle. Another redeemer does the same to us - an offers us a promise of peace with him.
Today's Bible verse is Ephesians 1:7, from the King James Version.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Let us pray in him. We have our redemption through
his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses according to the
riches of his grace Ephesians one seven. Dear Heavenly Father,
with hearts full of gratitude, we approach your throne of grace,
(00:20):
acknowledging the immense love you have shown us. In your son,
we have redemption. We thank you Lord for this divine
act of redemption. Your mercy is beyond our comprehension, and
your grace abounds more than our transgressions. We are forever
indebted to the sacrifice made on the Cross, where love
(00:43):
was displayed in its purest form. May your spirit empower
us to live out our faith boldly and unashamedly. Guide
our thoughts, words, and actions to be pleasing in your sight.
Help us to extend your grace to us as a
testament to your love. In Jesus's name, we pray, Amen,
(01:08):
Thank you for praying with me today. Stay tuned now
for another episode of Stories of the Messiah with Rabbi Schneider.
Speaker 2 (01:23):
Ruth and Naomi's life had been marked with hardship. Their
husbands had passed, and tragedy prompted them to leave Moab
and venture back to Naomi's hometown of Bethlehem. Naomi, sollenn
and filled with grief, refused to speak to anyone but
her sweet daughter in law Ruth. Ruth, quiet yet strong,
(01:45):
knew if her Naomi were going to survive, she had
to work. She gleaned in the fields of a landowner
known for his generosity, Boaz. Ruth ventured to Bows's fields,
laboring tirelessly under the merciless sun provide for herself and
her mother in law. Loyalty propelled her forward. Devotion strengthened
(02:06):
her arms, but hard work would only last so long.
Naomi and Ruth needed more. If they were going to survive,
someone to pay their debts and restore their dignity.
Speaker 1 (02:16):
They needed a redeemer.
Speaker 3 (02:23):
Hello and welcome to another episode of the Jesus Podcast.
I'm your guide through this journey Ethan from pray dot com.
If you've been following this podcast and found it a blessing,
follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode, and
remember to download pray dot com to hear the Bible
come to life. We've been traversing the peaks and valleys
(02:48):
of the Bible's greatest stories stories of tragedy, triumph, faith,
and failure. Each episode is showcased a different Biblical hero
whose life ultimately points to the greatest hero of all, Jesus.
We've learned how Jesus is the greater Adam, Cain, Noah, Abraham, Jacob, Isaac, Joseph, Moses, Joshua,
(03:13):
and Samson. Now we're turning our attention to a more
humble hero, someone who quietly and faithfully extended a hand
of love, provision, and redemption to someone in need. The
story of Boaz is typically eclipsed by the bravery, devotion,
(03:34):
and loyalty of Ruth. Her inner strength and love toward
her mother in law is a reflection of Christ in
and of itself. However, Boaz plays a crucial role in
the Biblical narrative. Amid tragedy. He acts as a picture
of redemption, hearkening to a greater redeemer. Let's immerse ourselves now.
(03:54):
In a cinematic retelling of Ruth and Boaz's love story.
Speaker 2 (04:01):
Boaz made his usual rounds amongst the laborers, blessing them
with a large, genuine smile and words of good will.
He assessed the needs of his workers, determining who needed
any extra assistance. It was late in the day. As
he walked down the amber valleys of grain in the
golden rays of dusk, his eyes landed on Ruth, who
(04:21):
was standing aloof from the other women. He watched her
work harder than the others and with more desperation. He
pulled aside his overseer and asked, who's that new woman
working by herself? That, sir, is Ruth. The overseer replied,
the young Mobi to return with Naomi. She's been toiling
relentlessly since dawn. She works to provide for her and
(04:41):
her mother in law. Boaz, struck by Ruth's determination, yet
concerned about her solitude, decided to approach her. Shaloon, Boas
said with a smile. His voice was deep and comforting.
Speaker 4 (04:54):
I am Boaz, I am Ruth, she replied, I have
come to glean for me and Naomi.
Speaker 2 (05:00):
Is that all right? Ruth's gentle voice was deceiving, for
Boaz could tell that there was a deep strength within her.
He nodded and replied, of.
Speaker 4 (05:09):
Course, Ruth, do not glean him any other field. Keep
close to the other women. They'll show you how to
get the most out of the reaping. I will command
the other young men to stay away from me.
Speaker 1 (05:20):
You are thirsty.
Speaker 4 (05:21):
They will give you a drink.
Speaker 2 (05:22):
There was a long pause. Boaz took a single step
forward and said, you are safe here, he reassured. As
Boaz spoke, Ruth was overcome with emotion. She held back
tears and bowed to Boaz in gratitude. Why have I
found so much favor in your eyes, she asked, with
a quivering voice. I am a foreigner.
Speaker 1 (05:42):
You do not know me.
Speaker 2 (05:44):
Boaz gently lifted Ruth up to her feet and stepped back.
Speaker 4 (05:48):
I heard what you did for your mother in lawsonce
the death of your husband. I pray that the Lord
would repay you for your kindness, and that a full
reward would be given to you by the God of
this land. It is under him you take refuge, not me.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
You are very kind Baas Ruth replied.
Speaker 2 (06:05):
She wiped a single tear from her eye and smiled.
Speaker 4 (06:08):
I have found favor in your eyes, and for that
I am comforted. You speak kindly to me, even though
I am not part of your household.
Speaker 2 (06:17):
Boaz nodded and left. He also allowed her to have
an extra portion for her Naomi unbeknownst to Ruth, as
she observed Boaz's kindness towards all his workers, her heart
began to warm towards him. As the sun dipped below
the horizon, Ruth returned home to Naomi with her day's
gleanings and Boaz's gifts. Naomi, surprised by Ruth's fortune, asked
(06:41):
about her benefactor. Ruth replied, all the while focused on
the grains on the table. It was Boas. Naomi looked
at Ruth with twinkling eyes. God bless boas he is
our kinsman. She brought her daughter in closer and smiled, saying.
Speaker 3 (06:57):
More importantly, he is kinsman redeemer, a protector appointed by
our family.
Speaker 2 (07:02):
Boaz was an appointed member of the tribe with the
ability to settle debts on behalf of the impoverished, or
marry a widow in need of a family. Ruth kept
this in mind, and over the ensuing weeks, continued to
work in Boaz's fields, growing more and more secure under
his protection as both of them stole glances and slowly
warmed up to one another. One evening, Ruth washed her hair,
(07:27):
put on fresh clothes, and departed gleefully to the threshing
floor where people were winnowing the barley. She worked and
laughed alongside Boaz and the rest of the workers. The
entire house ate together afterwards, and the people began to
retreat to their beds to sleep. Boaz was the last
to leave the dining hall. He stumbled around the candle
(07:47):
lit room and rested his eyes on a heap of grain.
Ruth gracefully walked over to the foot of where Boaz lay.
Slowly and with great care, she uncovered the blanket from
Boaz's feet. Boaz opened his eyes and sat up immediately.
Speaker 4 (08:02):
I am your servant, Ruth, she whispered, Please spread.
Speaker 1 (08:06):
Your wings over me as a kinsman redeemer.
Speaker 2 (08:09):
Her heart was beating fast and her hands sweat slightly
out of nervousness. Boaz was known as a kinsman redeemer.
In those days, Kinsmen redeemers could marry a widow in
place of a deceased relative in order to take care
of her. Ruth was truly asking if Boaz would want
to become her husband. Boas's smile could be seen in
(08:30):
the dim candlelight.
Speaker 4 (08:31):
Do not fear her, and take heart, because everyone knows
you are worthy and a beautiful woman.
Speaker 2 (08:36):
Boaz replied it could not be seen in the night,
but Ruth was blushing. Boaz took her hand and said.
Speaker 1 (08:45):
I will redeem you, Ruth.
Speaker 2 (08:46):
The two of them smiled at each other, with only
a dim candle and the crescent moon shining on their faces.
Ruth lay there at his feet until morning. Boaz sent
her off with more barley for her and now and
then Ruth left early so no one would see her,
lest Boaz lose his honor. With the permission of the
other kinsman redeemer, Ruth and Boaz were wed within months,
(09:11):
and their love blossomed along with springtime flowers. The love
bore a son, Obed. Obed would bear a son named Jesse,
and Jesse would be the father of a young shepherd
boy named David, the future King of Israel.
Speaker 3 (09:29):
Dozens of books could be written to capture the love
story of Ruth and Boaz. Their union came at the
perfect time for Ruth, who couldn't be on the threshing
floor forever. She and Naomi needed the kinsman redeemer. Now
what is a kinsman redeemer? You ask? The Law of
Moses gives us insight into this noble position. The term
(09:52):
kinsman redeemer is derived from the Hebrew term goal. The
concept is part of Israel's family law and has said
several implications. The first is land redemption. An ancient Israel,
land was considered a vital part of a person's identity
and heritage. If a person fell into severe poverty, they
(10:14):
might have to sell their land. A kinsman redeemer could
intervene to buy back or redeem the land and keep
it within the family, as prescribed in Leviticus chapter twenty five,
verse twenty five. If one of your fellow Israelites becomes
poor and sells some of their property, their nearest relative
is to come and redeem what they have sold. Secondly,
(10:37):
a kinsman redeemer was an avenger of blood. This means
they had the right to pursue and kill someone who
had killed their relative, thus avenging the relative's blood. As
per Numbers Chapter thirty five nineteen, kinsman redeemers had to
be brave, with strong convictions and an ability to enact justice.
(10:58):
The third role of a kinsman redeemer was redemption of slavery.
If an Israelite became so poor that he had to
sell himself into slavery, a relative could redeem him by
buying him back. We know this from Leviticus chapter twenty five,
Verses forty seven through forty nine. The final role of
(11:18):
a kinsman redeemer was something called leverette marriage. If a
man died without having a son, his brother or nearest
male relative was to marry the widow and produce a
son who would carry on the dead man's name, ensuring
that his lineage would not die out. See Deuteronomy chapter
twenty five, Verses five and six. This is what Boaz
(11:42):
provided for Ruth. The ultimate goal of the kinsman redeemer
was to protect and provide for the vulnerable members of
their family. Yet we see the kinsman redeemer as something
even greater, the picture of a greater redeemer and foreshadowing
of Christ. Let's enter into the story of Christ now
(12:03):
where Jesus visits a widow bereathed of her son.
Speaker 2 (12:09):
Jesus embarked on a journey to the humble town of Naine,
a large crowd of followers trailing behind him As he
made his entrance into the obscure town. Observers watched in
puzzled fascination. Nae was a town forgotten by time, insignificant
and irredeemable. What good could happen in Namee? Upon his arrival,
(12:31):
Jesus was met with a solemn procession. Emerging from the
town's gates. Adorned in mourning garments, the townspeople bore a
young man on a bed, the only son of a widow.
His life went too soon, leaving his widowed mother with
no one to care for her. Jesus's compassionate gaze fell
upon the bereaved woman. Her grief was a sad sight,
(12:53):
one that stirred deep wells of compassion within him. Jesus
approached and cradled the woman in his arms after in
comfort amidst her sorrow. His disciples looked in silence, puzzled
as to what Jesus would do next.
Speaker 1 (13:06):
Do not weep?
Speaker 2 (13:07):
He console. His voice was deep and comforting. Drawing himself
away from the grieving woman, Jesus approached the pallbearers. His
hands came to rest on the cold body of the
young man.
Speaker 1 (13:19):
Young man, he murmured, I command you Horis.
Speaker 2 (13:23):
Immediately the young man's chest began to rise and fall
with the rhythm of life. A shiver of holy awe
spread amongst the onlookers as they witnessed the once lifeless
young man rise and stride towards his mother. She collapsed
into his embrace, the tears of grief transforming into rivers
of ecstatic joy. With a gentle smile playing on his lips.
(13:46):
Jesus watched their joyous reunion. Then, beckoning to his disciples,
he led them away from name. Jesus looked upon the
widow with compassion and love. The revival of her son
meant redemption from life of struggle and heartache. Yet he
knew that there was a greater redemption needed. The entire
world needed a resurrection from death, redemption from sin, darkness,
(14:11):
and despair.
Speaker 3 (14:14):
The widow in this story found herself in a similar
situation to Naomi and Ruth. Bereaved and without a husband
or a son as a covering. This childless widow would
have been doomed to a life of servitude or worse.
That's just how it was back then. However, Jesus redeemed
her by bringing her son back to life, and he
(14:39):
does the same thing to you and I. If we
look again at the role of a kinsman redeemer, we
see that Jesus fulfills all of those things for us.
When we were indebted to sin, Jesus paid the penalty
through his blood. Jesus is our avenger and the protector
of our souls. And when we were slaves to our sins,
(15:02):
Jesus paid for us and made us free. And finally,
when we were loveless and without any hope, Jesus gave
us a promise of redemption. He calls us his bride.
Because we, like Ruth, have been redeemed in all these ways,
we are confident that Jesus is the ultimate kinsman redeemer.
(15:26):
Jesus is the greater Boaz. Boaz has even more significance
than his role as a kinsman redeemer. Though he and
Ruth bore a son named Obed. Obed was the father
of a herder in Bethlehem named Jesse. Jesse's youngest son
would grow up to be a shepherd, a poet, a musician,
(15:47):
a giant slayer, a commander, an exile, and a king.
So join us next time for the long awaited episode.
Jesus is the Greater David
Let us pray in him. We have our redemption through
his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses according to the
riches of his grace Ephesians one seven. Dear Heavenly Father,
with hearts full of gratitude, we approach your throne of grace,
(00:20):
acknowledging the immense love you have shown us. In your son,
we have redemption. We thank you Lord for this divine
act of redemption. Your mercy is beyond our comprehension, and
your grace abounds more than our transgressions. We are forever
indebted to the sacrifice made on the Cross, where love
(00:43):
was displayed in its purest form. May your spirit empower
us to live out our faith boldly and unashamedly. Guide
our thoughts, words, and actions to be pleasing in your sight.
Help us to extend your grace to us as a
testament to your love. In Jesus's name, we pray, Amen,
(01:08):
Thank you for praying with me today. Stay tuned now
for another episode of Stories of the Messiah with Rabbi Schneider.
Speaker 2 (01:23):
Ruth and Naomi's life had been marked with hardship. Their
husbands had passed, and tragedy prompted them to leave Moab
and venture back to Naomi's hometown of Bethlehem. Naomi, sollenn
and filled with grief, refused to speak to anyone but
her sweet daughter in law Ruth. Ruth, quiet yet strong,
(01:45):
knew if her Naomi were going to survive, she had
to work. She gleaned in the fields of a landowner
known for his generosity, Boaz. Ruth ventured to Bows's fields,
laboring tirelessly under the merciless sun provide for herself and
her mother in law. Loyalty propelled her forward. Devotion strengthened
(02:06):
her arms, but hard work would only last so long.
Naomi and Ruth needed more. If they were going to survive,
someone to pay their debts and restore their dignity.
Speaker 1 (02:16):
They needed a redeemer.
Speaker 3 (02:23):
Hello and welcome to another episode of the Jesus Podcast.
I'm your guide through this journey Ethan from pray dot com.
If you've been following this podcast and found it a blessing,
follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode, and
remember to download pray dot com to hear the Bible
come to life. We've been traversing the peaks and valleys
(02:48):
of the Bible's greatest stories stories of tragedy, triumph, faith,
and failure. Each episode is showcased a different Biblical hero
whose life ultimately points to the greatest hero of all, Jesus.
We've learned how Jesus is the greater Adam, Cain, Noah, Abraham, Jacob, Isaac, Joseph, Moses, Joshua,
(03:13):
and Samson. Now we're turning our attention to a more
humble hero, someone who quietly and faithfully extended a hand
of love, provision, and redemption to someone in need. The
story of Boaz is typically eclipsed by the bravery, devotion,
(03:34):
and loyalty of Ruth. Her inner strength and love toward
her mother in law is a reflection of Christ in
and of itself. However, Boaz plays a crucial role in
the Biblical narrative. Amid tragedy. He acts as a picture
of redemption, hearkening to a greater redeemer. Let's immerse ourselves now.
(03:54):
In a cinematic retelling of Ruth and Boaz's love story.
Speaker 2 (04:01):
Boaz made his usual rounds amongst the laborers, blessing them
with a large, genuine smile and words of good will.
He assessed the needs of his workers, determining who needed
any extra assistance. It was late in the day. As
he walked down the amber valleys of grain in the
golden rays of dusk, his eyes landed on Ruth, who
(04:21):
was standing aloof from the other women. He watched her
work harder than the others and with more desperation. He
pulled aside his overseer and asked, who's that new woman
working by herself? That, sir, is Ruth. The overseer replied,
the young Mobi to return with Naomi. She's been toiling
relentlessly since dawn. She works to provide for her and
(04:41):
her mother in law. Boaz, struck by Ruth's determination, yet
concerned about her solitude, decided to approach her. Shaloon, Boas
said with a smile. His voice was deep and comforting.
Speaker 4 (04:54):
I am Boaz, I am Ruth, she replied, I have
come to glean for me and Naomi.
Speaker 2 (05:00):
Is that all right? Ruth's gentle voice was deceiving, for
Boaz could tell that there was a deep strength within her.
He nodded and replied, of.
Speaker 4 (05:09):
Course, Ruth, do not glean him any other field. Keep
close to the other women. They'll show you how to
get the most out of the reaping. I will command
the other young men to stay away from me.
Speaker 1 (05:20):
You are thirsty.
Speaker 4 (05:21):
They will give you a drink.
Speaker 2 (05:22):
There was a long pause. Boaz took a single step
forward and said, you are safe here, he reassured. As
Boaz spoke, Ruth was overcome with emotion. She held back
tears and bowed to Boaz in gratitude. Why have I
found so much favor in your eyes, she asked, with
a quivering voice. I am a foreigner.
Speaker 1 (05:42):
You do not know me.
Speaker 2 (05:44):
Boaz gently lifted Ruth up to her feet and stepped back.
Speaker 4 (05:48):
I heard what you did for your mother in lawsonce
the death of your husband. I pray that the Lord
would repay you for your kindness, and that a full
reward would be given to you by the God of
this land. It is under him you take refuge, not me.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
You are very kind Baas Ruth replied.
Speaker 2 (06:05):
She wiped a single tear from her eye and smiled.
Speaker 4 (06:08):
I have found favor in your eyes, and for that
I am comforted. You speak kindly to me, even though
I am not part of your household.
Speaker 2 (06:17):
Boaz nodded and left. He also allowed her to have
an extra portion for her Naomi unbeknownst to Ruth, as
she observed Boaz's kindness towards all his workers, her heart
began to warm towards him. As the sun dipped below
the horizon, Ruth returned home to Naomi with her day's
gleanings and Boaz's gifts. Naomi, surprised by Ruth's fortune, asked
(06:41):
about her benefactor. Ruth replied, all the while focused on
the grains on the table. It was Boas. Naomi looked
at Ruth with twinkling eyes. God bless boas he is
our kinsman. She brought her daughter in closer and smiled, saying.
Speaker 3 (06:57):
More importantly, he is kinsman redeemer, a protector appointed by
our family.
Speaker 2 (07:02):
Boaz was an appointed member of the tribe with the
ability to settle debts on behalf of the impoverished, or
marry a widow in need of a family. Ruth kept
this in mind, and over the ensuing weeks, continued to
work in Boaz's fields, growing more and more secure under
his protection as both of them stole glances and slowly
warmed up to one another. One evening, Ruth washed her hair,
(07:27):
put on fresh clothes, and departed gleefully to the threshing
floor where people were winnowing the barley. She worked and
laughed alongside Boaz and the rest of the workers. The
entire house ate together afterwards, and the people began to
retreat to their beds to sleep. Boaz was the last
to leave the dining hall. He stumbled around the candle
(07:47):
lit room and rested his eyes on a heap of grain.
Ruth gracefully walked over to the foot of where Boaz lay.
Slowly and with great care, she uncovered the blanket from
Boaz's feet. Boaz opened his eyes and sat up immediately.
Speaker 4 (08:02):
I am your servant, Ruth, she whispered, Please spread.
Speaker 1 (08:06):
Your wings over me as a kinsman redeemer.
Speaker 2 (08:09):
Her heart was beating fast and her hands sweat slightly
out of nervousness. Boaz was known as a kinsman redeemer.
In those days, Kinsmen redeemers could marry a widow in
place of a deceased relative in order to take care
of her. Ruth was truly asking if Boaz would want
to become her husband. Boas's smile could be seen in
(08:30):
the dim candlelight.
Speaker 4 (08:31):
Do not fear her, and take heart, because everyone knows
you are worthy and a beautiful woman.
Speaker 2 (08:36):
Boaz replied it could not be seen in the night,
but Ruth was blushing. Boaz took her hand and said.
Speaker 1 (08:45):
I will redeem you, Ruth.
Speaker 2 (08:46):
The two of them smiled at each other, with only
a dim candle and the crescent moon shining on their faces.
Ruth lay there at his feet until morning. Boaz sent
her off with more barley for her and now and
then Ruth left early so no one would see her,
lest Boaz lose his honor. With the permission of the
other kinsman redeemer, Ruth and Boaz were wed within months,
(09:11):
and their love blossomed along with springtime flowers. The love
bore a son, Obed. Obed would bear a son named Jesse,
and Jesse would be the father of a young shepherd
boy named David, the future King of Israel.
Speaker 3 (09:29):
Dozens of books could be written to capture the love
story of Ruth and Boaz. Their union came at the
perfect time for Ruth, who couldn't be on the threshing
floor forever. She and Naomi needed the kinsman redeemer. Now
what is a kinsman redeemer? You ask? The Law of
Moses gives us insight into this noble position. The term
(09:52):
kinsman redeemer is derived from the Hebrew term goal. The
concept is part of Israel's family law and has said
several implications. The first is land redemption. An ancient Israel,
land was considered a vital part of a person's identity
and heritage. If a person fell into severe poverty, they
(10:14):
might have to sell their land. A kinsman redeemer could
intervene to buy back or redeem the land and keep
it within the family, as prescribed in Leviticus chapter twenty five,
verse twenty five. If one of your fellow Israelites becomes
poor and sells some of their property, their nearest relative
is to come and redeem what they have sold. Secondly,
(10:37):
a kinsman redeemer was an avenger of blood. This means
they had the right to pursue and kill someone who
had killed their relative, thus avenging the relative's blood. As
per Numbers Chapter thirty five nineteen, kinsman redeemers had to
be brave, with strong convictions and an ability to enact justice.
(10:58):
The third role of a kinsman redeemer was redemption of slavery.
If an Israelite became so poor that he had to
sell himself into slavery, a relative could redeem him by
buying him back. We know this from Leviticus chapter twenty five,
Verses forty seven through forty nine. The final role of
(11:18):
a kinsman redeemer was something called leverette marriage. If a
man died without having a son, his brother or nearest
male relative was to marry the widow and produce a
son who would carry on the dead man's name, ensuring
that his lineage would not die out. See Deuteronomy chapter
twenty five, Verses five and six. This is what Boaz
(11:42):
provided for Ruth. The ultimate goal of the kinsman redeemer
was to protect and provide for the vulnerable members of
their family. Yet we see the kinsman redeemer as something
even greater, the picture of a greater redeemer and foreshadowing
of Christ. Let's enter into the story of Christ now
(12:03):
where Jesus visits a widow bereathed of her son.
Speaker 2 (12:09):
Jesus embarked on a journey to the humble town of Naine,
a large crowd of followers trailing behind him As he
made his entrance into the obscure town. Observers watched in
puzzled fascination. Nae was a town forgotten by time, insignificant
and irredeemable. What good could happen in Namee? Upon his arrival,
(12:31):
Jesus was met with a solemn procession. Emerging from the
town's gates. Adorned in mourning garments, the townspeople bore a
young man on a bed, the only son of a widow.
His life went too soon, leaving his widowed mother with
no one to care for her. Jesus's compassionate gaze fell
upon the bereaved woman. Her grief was a sad sight,
(12:53):
one that stirred deep wells of compassion within him. Jesus
approached and cradled the woman in his arms after in
comfort amidst her sorrow. His disciples looked in silence, puzzled
as to what Jesus would do next.
Speaker 1 (13:06):
Do not weep?
Speaker 2 (13:07):
He console. His voice was deep and comforting. Drawing himself
away from the grieving woman, Jesus approached the pallbearers. His
hands came to rest on the cold body of the
young man.
Speaker 1 (13:19):
Young man, he murmured, I command you Horis.
Speaker 2 (13:23):
Immediately the young man's chest began to rise and fall
with the rhythm of life. A shiver of holy awe
spread amongst the onlookers as they witnessed the once lifeless
young man rise and stride towards his mother. She collapsed
into his embrace, the tears of grief transforming into rivers
of ecstatic joy. With a gentle smile playing on his lips.
(13:46):
Jesus watched their joyous reunion. Then, beckoning to his disciples,
he led them away from name. Jesus looked upon the
widow with compassion and love. The revival of her son
meant redemption from life of struggle and heartache. Yet he
knew that there was a greater redemption needed. The entire
world needed a resurrection from death, redemption from sin, darkness,
(14:11):
and despair.
Speaker 3 (14:14):
The widow in this story found herself in a similar
situation to Naomi and Ruth. Bereaved and without a husband
or a son as a covering. This childless widow would
have been doomed to a life of servitude or worse.
That's just how it was back then. However, Jesus redeemed
her by bringing her son back to life, and he
(14:39):
does the same thing to you and I. If we
look again at the role of a kinsman redeemer, we
see that Jesus fulfills all of those things for us.
When we were indebted to sin, Jesus paid the penalty
through his blood. Jesus is our avenger and the protector
of our souls. And when we were slaves to our sins,
(15:02):
Jesus paid for us and made us free. And finally,
when we were loveless and without any hope, Jesus gave
us a promise of redemption. He calls us his bride.
Because we, like Ruth, have been redeemed in all these ways,
we are confident that Jesus is the ultimate kinsman redeemer.
(15:26):
Jesus is the greater Boaz. Boaz has even more significance
than his role as a kinsman redeemer. Though he and
Ruth bore a son named Obed. Obed was the father
of a herder in Bethlehem named Jesse. Jesse's youngest son
would grow up to be a shepherd, a poet, a musician,
(15:47):
a giant slayer, a commander, an exile, and a king.
So join us next time for the long awaited episode.
Jesus is the Greater David
Host
Zak Shellabarger
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