Why study Bible books written thousands of years ago? We study them for many practical reasons:

In life, loss is a reality. Ruth experienced it as a young wife and Esther faced potential loss while in exile in Babylon. We learn valuable lessons about loss from these books.

Naomi, Ruth’s mother- in-law was bitter regarding her loss. Yet, according to the text, Ruth was not. Why the difference?

Ruth and Esther took action; they didn’t sit and complain about life. They both did what they could, and God did the rest.

God brought Boaz into Ruth’s life when she least expected it. God gives his best to those who trust in him!