She’s one of two women after whom a book is named and she is the only woman in the Bible specifically said to be virtuous… stream Wednedsay Bible Club – 7PM, Copyright Bible Believers Baptist Church - All Rights Reserved, Ruth’s character prepared her to do right. “And now, my daughter, do not fear. Quotes about virtuous woman “A virtuous woman isn’t ruled by her passions-she passionately pursues an incomparable God.” “A woman’s heart should be so hidden in God that a man has to seek Him just to find her.” “As a ‘Godly Woman in Progress’ are you choosing to keep your heart with all vigilance, realizing that from it flows the springs of life?” In Ruth 3:11 Boaz exclaims that Ruth is known as virtuous. 1 Peter 3:4 The Bible says such a woman is the sight of God of great price. He spoke honourably of her as a virtuous woman, made her a promise, and as soon as the morning arrived, sent her away with a present to her mother-in-law. << Just as Ruth, a virtuous woman, was clearly “the crown of her husband” (Proverbs 12:4), so the followers of Jesus need to be morally beautiful, like a crown made worthy to adorn the king’s head. The Proverbs 31 Woman is presented as a model of the virtuous or godly woman. It was Ruth's right, as a widow, to glean in the corner of the field. Her Husband Safely Trusts Her The first of the many characteristics of a virtuous woman tells us that her husband safely trusts her. What do you think that means? stream Ruth isn’t virtuous because she has a job and brings home some extra money to help the house hold. As the commentary continues: All Bethlehem knew that Ruth was a virtuous woman, for remaining a widow was one of the greatest proofs of purity to Jews. Perhaps most significantly, Proverbs 31:26 describes the virtuous wife with these words: "She opens her mouth with wisdom, and on her tongue is the law of kindness." 0000004739 00000 n However, when considering her former culture, it becomes possible to question her motives and actions. Pastor Wells lifts up this Moabitess whose name is listed in the genealogy of Jesus! Boaz frequently called Ruth "my daughter," and of course, he was the one who originally described her as "a virtuous woman." Today, we will look at the character of a virtuous woman. As I studied the book of Ruth these past few weeks, I wanted to place myself in the shoes of Ruth. Ruth may not have been aware of the law concerning widows and the harvest (Deuteronomy 24:19). /O 14 I was reminded of the verse in Proverbs 31—Who can find a virtuous woman? Rth 3:11 And now, my daughter, fear not; I will do to thee all that thou requirest: for all the city of my people doth know that thou art a virtuous woman. A characteristic that we are called to show to the people around us. Let us try to follow Ruth’s example of hard work, diligence and /T 12664 >> Posted by The Jordan Valley on December 2, 2020. Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz are presented as exemplars for us to follow, models of virtue and valor. Rather, it was an act of selflessness and sacrifice. (31:15) Wow! 12 15 Boaz says that the whole city knows that she is a virtuous woman. Ruth was a virtuous young widow, so upright in character that her love story is one of the favorite accounts in the entire Bible. >> << Boaz clearly found a virtuous woman in Ruth. A virtuous woman is one of a kind The Bible says she is hard to find. ... as she felt God had made her life bitter. For her worth is far above rubies.” (NKJV) My study Bible referenced Ruth 3:11 in the notes, so my fingers flew over to Ruth to find what God had to say next. She goes great lengths to find the best food she can and put it on the table. And Ruth was a young, most likely very beautiful woman. /Size 27 Like David shows us that it is possible to be a “man after God’s heart”, Ruth teaches us that becoming a woman of noble character is attainable through His grace. Her husband knows she’s a precious gem indeed, He knows that she is willing to please. x��\Ks�8����5{�S%q ��c���x⭌2���!� E(|X�� ����2v'�D6E�����_7�-��A��_������ӓw��/�,?�_�vd�˫�ӓ_caGܽڞ��]g9E�:��rz�ږ;x:��Eq�^�y��҅R��pg�5s���ljZ���&y~��q[1WM��N�j"+�j@������o? Ruth 3:1-13 A Virtuous Woman CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO. Wednesday Evening – 7PM The young person has made the _____ from being the simple one to being an immoral man. Ruth 3:11 Boaz said unto Ruth the city of my people know thou art a virtuous woman. The conduct of Boaz calls for the highest praise. There are a few, maybe a very few, virtuous women to be found, and Boaz has found one in today’s verse in the book of Ruth in chapter three and verse eleven where we read: And now, my daughter, fear not; I will do to you all that you require: for all the city of my people know that you are a virtuous woman. Ruth, along with her mother-in-law, Naomi, returned to the land of Boaz, to the town Bethlehem (meaning the House of Bread), and Ruth was known, by the people of the city as an eshet chayil, or virtuous woman. She was the wife of a city elder (like Ruth) and a respected figure in her own right (like Deborah and Anna, the Prophetess). Let’s look at verse 10: “Who can find a virtuous wife? But God’s portrait of her is surprisingly different.Let's see the Bible's meaning of a "virtuous woman." ... A virtuous woman's words are an outcome of her _____ with God. There are many qualities which Ruth demonstrated which earnt her such an honourable reputation, qualities which are so similar to those described in Proverbs 31:10-31. A VIRTUOUS WOMAN is about Ruby Pitt Woodrow, who was only 20 when she met and married Jack stokes. << Pastor Wells lifts up this Moabitess whose name is listed in the genealogy of Jesus! She is a homemaker. Her husband Boaz said, “All the people of my town know that you are a virtuous woman” (Ruth … Boaz learned of her reputation and was duly impressed with the devotion she showed to her mother-in-law. � 14 0 obj 5. It is the same term used to describe Davids’ mighty men who fought for him against the army of Saul, of Gideon who is described in the book of Judges as serving God valiantly, and even of the virtuous woman described in the 31st proverb. Ruth and Orpah were the same except one was stedfast. It also describes the integration of a non-Israelite woman into the fold of Israel. What makes Ruth spiritual is that she is DOING the things she knows to do. I’ve been studying the Proverbs 31 woman more lately. /Info 11 0 R “Why” is a question you have to answer if you haven’t had to answer it yet. 31:10 KJV) The Hebrew terms for virtuous woman are “eshet chayil. While living in the land of the Maobites, Elimelek and Naomi married off their sons to the girls of the land. This is because Ruth is not responding to any direct command of God, she is following what she knows is right as Romans 2:14-15 describes the situation with Gentiles. I have just finished a book written by another woman named Ruth—Ruth Mast. Read 1 Timothy 5:4 and Proverbs 31:27. /Length 3269 /L 13028 Ruth has always been one of my favorite women in the Bible. You can not put a price tag on a godly woman! Ruth is not considering benefits to herself. Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. A Virtuous Woman by Ruth Mast Whether you are a teenager, a young mother, a single or widowed sister, this book provides encouragement and practical spiritual direction. But God’s portrait of her is surprisingly different.Let's see the Bible's meaning of a "virtuous woman." Today, we will look at the character of a virtuous woman. /Pages 10 0 R Ruth, the widowed woman from Moab, became the grandmother of Jesse and the great-grandmother of King David, the most well-known of Israel’s kings. Both Ruth and Proverbs 31 depict this virtuous woman of faith who feared the Lord. After her husband dies, Ruth leaves her home to go to Bethlehem with her mother-in-law, Naomi. And Ruth was a young, most likely very beautiful woman. They marry and have a child. B. Proverbs 12:4, 31:10-31, and Ruth 3:11. ... One such example is Ruth. /E 7693 0000005690 00000 n Sunday Preaching – 11AM Service Times: This means she was an ancestor of Jesus Christ! Ruth’s example can serve as an encouragement to us that becoming a godly, virtuous woman IS possible even in such a corrupt world. 3. her willingness to work hard. Perhaps most significantly, Proverbs 31:26 describes the virtuous wife with these words: "She opens her mouth with wisdom, and on her tongue is the law of kindness." SuperStock / Getty Images. Boaz said that Ruth was a virtuous woman – she is the only woman in the Bible about whom this was said. ii. Interesting enough Ruth is absent from the Hebrews 11 role. Please name the other requirements. Her Husband Safely Trusts Her The first of the many characteristics of a virtuous woman tells us that her husband safely trusts her. However, when considering her former culture, it becomes possible to question her motives and actions. Sunday School – 10AM 13 0 obj Posted on March 16, 2020 June 27, 2020 by Dythanne Chloe Garcia. Proverbs 31:28-29. >> 12 0 obj What is a Virtuous Woman? It is a conversion story, telling how Ruth set aside her former ways in favor of the new and higher spiritual laws of Jehovah. Nevertheless, Ruth is commended for doing what she has done. 0000007412 00000 n And then Boaz makes a statement to her, that steals my heart. Godly p.s. Both were raised the same, from the same place, married the same, and had a desire to do right, but one ended up doing right. “And now, my daughter, fear not; I will do to thee all that thou requirest: for all the city of my people doth know that thou art a virtuous woman.” Ruth 3:11. /ID [<28bf4e5e4e758a4164004e56fffa0108><28bf4e5e4e758a4164004e56fffa0108>] xref The book of Ruth records the life of a virtuous woman whose name has been recorded in the honor roll of faith. >> The virtuous woman, as the man’s helper (Gen. 2:18-22), helps her husband to provide food for the house. It was Ruth's right, as a widow, to glean in the corner of the field. He was her second husband, after she had been married to an abusive drifter named John Woodrow, who she met on her father's farm. Vvs. God blessed her faith and protected her from experiencing the lonely future her mother-in-law had feared for her. When Ruth made herself known to Boaz, it was not to fulfill her own attraction or need for a husband. A. Ruth was a virtuous woman because of her: 1. faithfulness to God. Ruth cares for her mother-in-law Naomi That young woman had a reputation among the children of Israel as being a Virtuous woman. This is the statement that made Ruth a great woman, a virtuous woman (Ruth 3:11), and Boaz said of her: “The LORD recompense thy work, and a full reward be given thee of the LORD God of Israel, under whose wings thou art come to trust (Ruth 2:12). Her children treat her with honor and respect, They know that she always does her best. /CropBox [0 0 612 792] /Resources << /Length 164 Yes! 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