The book of Ruth ends with a joyful climax—Boaz marries Ruth, and God blesses them with a son, Obed. This child brings renewed life to Naomi and secures Ruth’s place in the lineage of King David and ultimately Jesus Christ. The story begins in sorrow but ends in redemption, illustrating God’s providence, grace, and faithfulness. Boaz’s role as kinsman-redeemer foreshadows Christ, who voluntarily redeemed us at great cost. Just as Ruth’s life was transformed, our lives are changed through Christ’s love. For those in God’s family, the story truly ends with “happily ever after”—forever.
And They Lived Happily Ever After
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