Three Tombstones in a Washpot: Lessons from Ruth in a World of Compromise
In the quiet pages of the Old Testament , nestled between the chaos of Judges and the grandeur of Samuel , lies the book of Ruth —a story that begins not with triumph, but with tragedy. Today, as we reflect on Ruth 1:1-7 , I invite you to journey with me into this ancient narrative, colored vividly by the unyielding truths of God's Word. Titled "Three Tombstones in a Washpot," this exploration draws from Psalm 60:8 , where God declares Moab as His washpot—a humble, even humiliating vessel for cleansing. In this spiritual basin, we uncover the graves of Elimelek , Mahlon , and Kilion , stark reminders of what happens when God's people stray from His sovereign path. As Christians committed to the inerrant Bible , let's unpack these verses, drawing parallels to our modern world of moral famine and calling us back to unwavering obedience. The Setting: A Famine in the House of Bread Imagine the irony: Bethlehem , the "house of bread," starved of sustenance...