Beloved Boaz

musings on one my favorite men in the Bible. and why he should be one of yours too!

Happy July friends!! This month, I’m going to explore thoughts, musings, and insights that the Lord has (and is) revealing to me through my work with the book of Ruth. In these weekly essays, we will explore characters in this book and how their hearts yearn for God and ultimately embrace His beautiful plans for their lives.

I pray it will be an opportunity for all of us to take time to slowly let God reveal His still small voice to us as we sit with the goodness and wisdom He so desires to share with us. So, grab a cup of coffee and take a deep breath as we slow down and rest with Ruth. I’m so happy you are here!

This week we are focusing on the masculine virtue displayed by Boaz. I pray this post blesses you!

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As I sat down to pray about how to highlight Boaz in our series this week, I realized that I have written so much about him already! He is definitely a keeper, and someone who has captured my heart and imagination time and time again in prayer and the writing of Love and Loyalty.

So, I am sharing my heart for Boaz this week with you in two special ways:

LECTIO DIVINA/READING:

1. If you are curious about this holy and godly man, I highly recommend reading and praying with:

   1. Chapter 3 of the Book of Ruth! Truly life-giving and nurturing, this Book is a balm to the feminine heart as we see Boaz imitating the heart of Christ.

   2. A Love Like No Other: this essay highlights the beautiful, pure and holy love and loyalty that Boaz displays.

   3. Appreciating the Gifts: this essay ponders how we can lean into learning from Boaz and bless others with our own God-given gifts

   4. Wings of Refuge: essay on how Boaz can inspire us as women to slow down and cherish our husbands, fathers, or other strong men in our lives.

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VISIO DIVINA/PRAYING WITH ART

2. Grab a quiet spot, a pen, and a journal. Open this link to view the artwork titled “Ruth and Boaz” by Thomas Matthews Rooke.

   1. Let the image settle over your mind. What is the first thing you notice?

   2. What thoughts or words or emotions are coming to mind?

   3. Listen to this audio reflection as you sit and pray with the art.

This was a different kind of post, but I had fun making it, and I pray it blesses your heart and soul as you journeyed in prayer and reflection!

In Love and Loyalty,

Alli