What is the meaning of Ruth 3:5? I will Ruth’s opening words show decisive, personal commitment. This is more than polite agreement; it is an act of the will. • In Genesis 22:3 Abraham rose early to obey—no delay, no debate. • Isaiah echoed the same readiness: “Here am I. Send me!” (Isaiah 6:8). • Jesus teaches, “If anyone desires to come after Me, he must deny himself” (Matthew 16:24). Ruth steps forward with that same wholehearted resolve. do everything Her promise is comprehensive. Partial obedience was not on the table. • Moses urged Israel, “Be careful to do as the LORD your God has commanded you; do not turn aside to the right or to the left” (Deuteronomy 5:32). • James reminds us that faith without works is dead (James 2:17). • Paul writes, “Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord” (Colossians 3:23). Ruth’s words mirror the call to follow through in every detail, trusting God to honor complete obedience. you say Naomi speaks; Ruth listens. This highlights humble submission to godly counsel. • Proverbs 12:15 notes that “the wise listen to counsel.” • Hebrews 13:17 urges believers to obey their leaders so that spiritual oversight is a joy, not a burden. • Jesus Himself submitted to Joseph and Mary as a youth (Luke 2:51). Ruth recognizes God’s guidance coming through Naomi, so she places herself under that authority without hesitation. Ruth answered The narrative pauses to record her response. Scripture values spoken faith—it seals intent. • “I believed; therefore I have spoken” (2 Colossians 4:13) reflects this principle. • In Romans 10:10 confession with the mouth accompanies belief in the heart. Ruth’s answer turns private resolve into public commitment, setting the stage for God’s providence at the threshing floor. summary Ruth 3:5 captures the heart of obedient, faith-filled discipleship: decisive commitment (I will), wholehearted scope (do everything), humble submission (you say), and verbalized faith (Ruth answered). Her simple sentence models the attitude God honors and uses to unfold His redemptive plan, both for Ruth and for every believer who follows in her footsteps. |
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