31/05/2026
Sunday at MVAC
What a joy to gather together this morning as a church family across the generations. From children and youth connecting together, to conversations over morning tea in the sunshine on the deck, it was a morning filled with encouragement, faith, friendship, and the reminder that God is at work among His people.
This week we continued our series in Ruth, looking at Ruth 2:1–13 — The Character of God.
Pastor Dean introduced us to two remarkable characters: Ruth and Boaz. He began by asking a question many of us have probably considered: What kind of husband or wife should a young Christian be looking for? Yet as the sermon unfolded, it became clear that the better question is not simply, Who should I marry? but What kind of man or woman does God want me to be?
In Ruth we see a woman of godly character. Ruth is humble, hardworking, diligent, caring, and committed to providing for Naomi. Despite her difficult circumstances, she faithfully gets on with the task before her and entrusts herself to God's care.
In Boaz we meet a man of godly character. His first recorded words are a blessing to his workers: “The Lord be with you.” Boaz honours God not only on the Sabbath but in his everyday life. He is generous, compassionate, protective, prayerful, and attentive to those in need. He creates a workplace marked by kindness rather than selfishness, reflecting God's heart for the poor, the vulnerable, and the outsider.
Dean reminded us that Boaz is more than a good man—he points us to Jesus. Boaz protects and provides for Ruth, but Jesus is the greater Saviour who laid down His life for us, defeated sin and death, and gives us the promise of eternal life and the presence of His Spirit.
The sermon also highlighted one of the key themes running through Ruth: God's sovereign hand. It may appear that Ruth simply happened to choose Boaz's field, and that Boaz just happened to arrive at the right moment, but Scripture reminds us that there is no such thing as luck. God was quietly and faithfully at work, guiding events and people to accomplish His good purposes.
The challenge for all of us was clear: Are we becoming the kind of people whose lives reflect Christ? Are we the kind of men and women who encourage others in their faith, care for those around us, honour God in everyday life, and point people to Jesus?
As we shared stories, encouragement, and morning tea together afterwards, we were reminded again that God's character is seen not only in Ruth and Boaz, but supremely in Christ—and He is continuing to shape His people into His likeness today.
