Question

1. in a few sentences, explain how ruth became a believer in the true god through his providential working in her life.

Explanation:

Ruth, a Moabite, lost her husband. She chose to stay with her mother - in - law Naomi, saying “Where you go I will go...”. She followed Naomi to Bethlehem, embraced the Israelite faith, and through her loyalty and hard work (like gleaning in the fields), she became part of the lineage of David, showing her belief in God's providence as she trusted in His plan for her life.

Answer:

Ruth, a Moabite widow, chose to follow her mother - in - law Naomi to Bethlehem, left her Moabite roots, embraced the Israelite faith. By loyally staying with Naomi, working hard (e.g., gleaning), and trusting in God's plan, she became a believer, as seen in her commitment to Naomi and her new faith community, with God's providence guiding her life's path.