Rut 2:10 | MHM | STEP | v. 10–13 : Ruth was very thankful for Boaz’s kindness. She bowed down in respect and asked, Why have I found grace in your eyes, since I am a stranger? (Ruth 2:10 ). Boaz replied that he had heard of all she had done for Naomi and how she had left her own country to follow the God of Israel. He prayed, The Lord recompense your work, and a full reward be given you by the Lord , under whose wings you have come to trust (Ruth 2:12 ). Ruth humbly thanked him and asked for his continued favor, saying that his words had comforted her. This shows how much good can be done by a kind word or friendly encouragement.

‏ Ruth 2:10

v. 10–13: Ruth was very thankful for Boaz’s kindness. She bowed down in respect and asked, Why have I found grace in your eyes, since I am a stranger? (Ruth 2:10 ^a). Boaz replied that he had heard of all she had done for Naomi and how she had left her own country to follow the God of Israel. He prayed, The Lord recompense your work, and a full reward be given you by the Lord, under whose wings you have come to trust (Ruth 2:12 ^b). Ruth humbly thanked him and asked for his continued favor, saying that his words had comforted her. This shows how much good can be done by a kind word or friendly encouragement.