Through Ruth's kindness to Naomi, we see her mother-in-law's transformation from being focused on bitterness to recognizing God's blessing and lovingkindness. Through Boaz's kindness, above and beyond the charity and compassion required by law, Naomi was able to find protection and provision, working in his fields.
It is admirable that Ruth did not wallow in self-pity, nor let the bitterness her mother-in-law felt prevent her from taking action to practically provide for them; and how she continually maintained a humble and grateful spirit in the midst of her toil and hard work. It is also neat to see how God providentially worked to lead her to Boaz's field.
And, significantly, we are first introduced to the term "Kinsman-Redeemer", which is what Christ is for the Church - one who has redeemed us from spiritual poverty and slavery to sin.
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