Today is the Day

"Boaz wanted Ruth. The writer allows no question about that. He wanted to call the rabbi, exchange vows, and take her to bed. If I were writing a steamy novel, I would describe in lurid detail his sexual attraction to Ruth. 

"The description would be accurate. But his passion, though including physical desire, is deeper, richer, more enduringly passionate than fleeting, easily satisfied lust. The inspired writer tells the story of a man who strongly desires a woman. The picture of Christ is hard to miss."

 ~ Larry Crabb; Shattered Dreams

There are people we learn about from Scripture with whom we seem to have a connection. For me one of these men is the apostle Paul.  Part of that connection can be attributed to the fact that I was named after the apostle who was from the tribe of Benjamin.  I also believe we are somewhat kindred spirits, sharing a love of intellectual things and yet having a passion to share Truth in a way which connects with everyone.