Andy Crouch: Radical Loyalty In Our Fractured World
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Finding the Biblical Ruth and Boaz In Today’s Culture of Confusion
What does an ancient love story have to say about modern chaos? Host Curtis Chang and Good Faith contributor Andy Crouch dive into the Book of Ruth to uncover radical lessons on redemption, loyalty, and faithfulness that challenge today’s culture of individualism and spiritual mobility. From Naomi’s grief to Ruth’s fierce commitment and Boaz’s redemptive actions, Andy and Curtis explore how acts of devotion can disrupt systems of power and reshape community. Discover how an old story can offer fresh vision for navigating displacement, hospitality, and purpose in our fractured world.
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Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Book of Ruth (ESV)
- Rachael Starke’s Boys will be Boaz (TGC article)
- Judges 19-20 (ESV) - the Levite’s concubine
- N.T. Wright explains Scripture as narrative (video)
- Understanding the Hebrew word hesed
- Understanding gleaning in the story of Ruth
- The role of and the ultimate kinsman-redeemer
More From Andy Crouch:
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