Ruth

In verses 16 and 17 of the first chapter Ruth makes a vow to the LORD. Too often I had seen this as a promise made to Naomi but her last statement is a promise made in God's name. Something had happen to Ruth in the years of her marriage to Mahlon and relationship with her mother-in-law. Ruth must have grasped the hope in God that was lacking in the idol worship of Moab. But it was not in Naomi's abundance that Ruth saw the hope of the LORD. Naomi's journey TO Moab seemed more wonderous than her time IN Moab. But her faith was displayed most strongly in the triple losses of her husband and two sons. As Naomi was emptied God was glorified before Ruth. It was a faith that stood strong in sorrow that drew Ruth to Naomi and her God.
It took me about 15 minutes to read Ruth's story.
Stuart