THE MOTTO “pay it forward” espouses an unselfish, others-oriented virtue that resonates with the biblical teachings that we are to love God, neighbor, and foreigner (Lev 19:18, 33–34; Deut 6:5), and that in serving those in need, we serve the Lord Jesus himself (Matt 25:40, 45). The book of Ruth presents an illustration of such virtue that also offers a window into the synergy between human and divine purposes. It further constitutes an inspirational reminder that the Lord often
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