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The Girl's Still Got It: Take a Walk with Ruth and the God Who Rocked Her World
You know Ruth's story. Now meet her in person. And prepare to be changed.
Walk with Ruth as she travels from Moab to Bethlehem, certain of her calling, yet uncertain of her future. Hold Naomi's hand and watch love put the pieces of her broken life back together. And hang out with Boaz, their kinsman-redeemer, who blesses both women and honors God, big time.
With best-selling author Liz Curtis Higgs by your side, you’ll tarry in the corners of their ancient houses, listen to their conversations, and consider every word of every verse until you can say, "I totally get the book of Ruth. And I see what God is trying to teach me through this rags-to-riches redemption story—he has a plan for my life."
Girl, does he ever!
Think of it as time travel without gimmicks, gizmos, or a DeLorean: a novel approach to Bible study that leaps from past to present, gleaning timeless truths that speak to the heart.
Walk with Ruth as she travels from Moab to Bethlehem, certain of her calling, yet uncertain of her future. Hold Naomi's hand and watch love put the pieces of her broken life back together. And hang out with Boaz, their kinsman-redeemer, who blesses both women and honors God, big time.
With best-selling author Liz Curtis Higgs by your side, you’ll tarry in the corners of their ancient houses, listen to their conversations, and consider every word of every verse until you can say, "I totally get the book of Ruth. And I see what God is trying to teach me through this rags-to-riches redemption story—he has a plan for my life."
Girl, does he ever!
Think of it as time travel without gimmicks, gizmos, or a DeLorean: a novel approach to Bible study that leaps from past to present, gleaning timeless truths that speak to the heart.
240 pages, Paperback
First published July 10, 2012
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Liz Curtis Higgs
76 books1,436 followersFormer Bad Girl, grateful for the grace God offers. Happy wife of Bill, one of the Good Guys. Proud mom of two grown-up kids with tender hearts. Lame housekeeper. Marginal cook. Pitiful gardener. Stuff I love? Encouraging my sisters in Christ—across the page, from the platform, online, in person. Unpacking Scripture. Traveling wherever God leads. Listening to His heart. Leaning into His embrace.
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July 9, 2020
Rating: 4 1/2 stars
A sassy fun revisit to the Book of Ruth, read by the author who is a delight. Ms. Higgs connects us to Ruth, Naomi and Boaz by adding to the narrative. She also uses her life story as a Christian to connect us to this famous and amazing story that is timeless and inspiring.
A sassy fun revisit to the Book of Ruth, read by the author who is a delight. Ms. Higgs connects us to Ruth, Naomi and Boaz by adding to the narrative. She also uses her life story as a Christian to connect us to this famous and amazing story that is timeless and inspiring.
October 18, 2017
I posted this review on my blog, Rachel Reading. If you'd like to see more like this, check it out.
I really love Liz Curtis Higgs. Like a lot. "Bad Girls of the Bible" is one of my favorite books and I'm actually planning on leading a life group at my Church about that book. And I really really loved this book, the way she writes, all of it.
The only reason this is getting a three star rating instead of a four star is because of one part of the book. I know, maybe it's harsh, but that one paragraph actually made me skim the rest of the book.
Christians come from all sorts of backgrounds, and have all sorts of beliefs. Convservative, liberal, moderate and everywhere in between. This is why it frustrates me when Christians jump on beliefs and speak about them like it's easy.
Higgs makes a comment about "Why should you choose abortion because it's legal when God's word says another thing?" and "Why choose a same sex partner because you think it will make you happy when it's clearly against God's word". And stuff like that just really really bothers me.
I get how easy it is to make assumptions that all people who follow Christ see social issues the same, especially when you intentionally surround yourself with people who see social issues similarly. I happen to be a progressive feminist pro-choice and pro-marriage equality Christian.
So seeing something so heavy handed, and thrown around like abortion is an EASY choice for a woman, or that people who enter into same-sex relationships choose to be attracted to someone of the same sex is just...aggravating, and not loving. This left me disappointed in this book, and not really wanting to read more in it, sadly.
Other than that, this book has Higgs's typical flair, and relatability that I really loved. I learned a ton about Ruth and Boaz, and had no idea Boaz was my fav Rahab's son. This book is thorough and easy to read, and was so close to four stars from me.
I really love Liz Curtis Higgs. Like a lot. "Bad Girls of the Bible" is one of my favorite books and I'm actually planning on leading a life group at my Church about that book. And I really really loved this book, the way she writes, all of it.
The only reason this is getting a three star rating instead of a four star is because of one part of the book. I know, maybe it's harsh, but that one paragraph actually made me skim the rest of the book.
Christians come from all sorts of backgrounds, and have all sorts of beliefs. Convservative, liberal, moderate and everywhere in between. This is why it frustrates me when Christians jump on beliefs and speak about them like it's easy.
Higgs makes a comment about "Why should you choose abortion because it's legal when God's word says another thing?" and "Why choose a same sex partner because you think it will make you happy when it's clearly against God's word". And stuff like that just really really bothers me.
I get how easy it is to make assumptions that all people who follow Christ see social issues the same, especially when you intentionally surround yourself with people who see social issues similarly. I happen to be a progressive feminist pro-choice and pro-marriage equality Christian.
So seeing something so heavy handed, and thrown around like abortion is an EASY choice for a woman, or that people who enter into same-sex relationships choose to be attracted to someone of the same sex is just...aggravating, and not loving. This left me disappointed in this book, and not really wanting to read more in it, sadly.
Other than that, this book has Higgs's typical flair, and relatability that I really loved. I learned a ton about Ruth and Boaz, and had no idea Boaz was my fav Rahab's son. This book is thorough and easy to read, and was so close to four stars from me.
June 1, 2013
You Just Can’t Find A Better Study On Ruth!!
I always thought the story of Naomi, Ruth and Boaz was a sweet story in the Bible, but Liz Curtis Higgs tells the story like you’ve never heard it before!!! Her writing is fabulous and will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to hear what happens next! This story rivals the best of the murder mysteries as a real page turner.
While Liz unfolds the story of Ruth, you will get glimpses into the history, the culture, the geography, the laws and the customs of the day. Sprinkle humor, drama, mystery, tragedy and comedy into a love story and this is the story of Ruth that Liz Curtis Higgs writes about. Although she goes verse by verse and discusses each detail of the book of Ruth, it is never boring or tedious. Just fascinating!
I read this book as a Bible Study with a group of women and it was a real treasure. Although there are 12 chapters, we completed the study in six weeks by covering two chapters a week which seemed to be a good pace. We supplemented reading the book with the corresponding DVD – which includes a 10 minute recap for each chapter with Liz retelling the highlights of the book. It was a good review before our discussion each week. As part of the finale for our last session, we also reviewed Ruth’s Righteous Rap written and performed by Liz Curtis Higgs on Youtube.com. Check it out. It’s hysterical!
I would highly recommend this book for individual reading... or a small group discussion. It doesn’t require a lot of homework. It’s an entertaining, light read and there are some study guide questions in the back of the book that correspond to each chapter. I wasn’t crazy about some of the study guide questions, but our group seemed to find many of our own questions to discuss each week. There's also a wonderful online blog with Liz answering her own questions and readers contributing their answers. See Liz Curtis Higg's website for more information.
This book is a gem and our group fell in love with Liz Curtis Higgs. We can’t wait for her to write more Bible Study books!
I always thought the story of Naomi, Ruth and Boaz was a sweet story in the Bible, but Liz Curtis Higgs tells the story like you’ve never heard it before!!! Her writing is fabulous and will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to hear what happens next! This story rivals the best of the murder mysteries as a real page turner.
While Liz unfolds the story of Ruth, you will get glimpses into the history, the culture, the geography, the laws and the customs of the day. Sprinkle humor, drama, mystery, tragedy and comedy into a love story and this is the story of Ruth that Liz Curtis Higgs writes about. Although she goes verse by verse and discusses each detail of the book of Ruth, it is never boring or tedious. Just fascinating!
I read this book as a Bible Study with a group of women and it was a real treasure. Although there are 12 chapters, we completed the study in six weeks by covering two chapters a week which seemed to be a good pace. We supplemented reading the book with the corresponding DVD – which includes a 10 minute recap for each chapter with Liz retelling the highlights of the book. It was a good review before our discussion each week. As part of the finale for our last session, we also reviewed Ruth’s Righteous Rap written and performed by Liz Curtis Higgs on Youtube.com. Check it out. It’s hysterical!
I would highly recommend this book for individual reading... or a small group discussion. It doesn’t require a lot of homework. It’s an entertaining, light read and there are some study guide questions in the back of the book that correspond to each chapter. I wasn’t crazy about some of the study guide questions, but our group seemed to find many of our own questions to discuss each week. There's also a wonderful online blog with Liz answering her own questions and readers contributing their answers. See Liz Curtis Higg's website for more information.
This book is a gem and our group fell in love with Liz Curtis Higgs. We can’t wait for her to write more Bible Study books!
August 24, 2020
I've heard Lyz give her presentation on Ruth and can hear her voice come off the page. Her wit, humor, and style are very evident.
Higgs takes you through line by line of all four chapters of Ruth and shows the love and redemptive correlation Boaz and Ruth share as our Lord does to us.
Higgs takes you through line by line of all four chapters of Ruth and shows the love and redemptive correlation Boaz and Ruth share as our Lord does to us.
June 13, 2020
I read Liz Curtis Higgs’ “Bad Girls of the Bible” books years ago, and I remember loving them. Not sure when I purchased this book on Ruth, but I am so glad that I pulled it off the shelf and read it now! Digging deep into the book of Ruth, with the added bonus of Liz’s wonderful sense of humor, made this a perfect early summer/mid global pandemic read! And here’s the deal: I’m actually putting this on the edge of my desk to use as the foundation for a digging even deeper study into the book of Ruth later this summer. Can’t wait!
October 8, 2018
Love Love love this book. I read this while doing a bible study on the book of Ruth. Liz Curtis Higgs is a delightful woman. She is funny and yet really gets the Word across. I can't wait to read another one of her books.
June 12, 2020
Awesome bible study of Book of Ruth
September 25, 2022
I really liked this look at the story of Ruth. Liz does a great job at breaking this story down and helping us to apply it to our everyday lives.
April 25, 2017
Great study on the book of Ruth. So easy to read, fun, light hearted. This would be great for a book club or a small bible study group, or just to do on your own. I loved the thought provoking questions and the scriptures to glean answers to them.
October 12, 2018
Great read & study. Higgs captures the culture as well as God’s great love for us. Even through the tough times, the girl’s still got it, because God has us.
July 22, 2019
Truly enjoyed this audiobook narrated by the author. Luz is delightful! And the content is fantastic; a narrative style verse by verse through the book of Ruth.
September 12, 2012
(The review of this book I posted on my blog is full of links to resources, including a video trailer and a link to read the first chapter free. The following is a summary of that review.)
It's hard to determine exactly how to classify this book. It presents like a Bible study or daily devotional, with verse-by-verse commentary. In-depth background information about Ruth and Naomi's respective cultures, the traditions and norms of that day, the political and natural environment, and many other tidbits make the book a serious study tool. A map, discussion questions, and a study guide at the end round this out as a solid book for individual or group use.
At the same time, Liz Curtis Higgs sprinkles her original, often humorous, voice throughout a narrative retelling of this dramatic tale of desperation, loyalty, and love, making it read like a historical novel. The story really comes alive as we get to know the characters and read between the lines of what we know from the biblical account of Ruth.
Throughout the book, the focus is on how this story applies to the reader's life. Each chapter includes questions in the text that lead to self-reflection, as well as short stories of modern-day women applying principles gleaned from this story.
Most readers tend to prefer either fiction or nonfiction when dealing with Bible stories, but this book appeals to both. I was drawn into the plot and the possibilities of how it all could have happened, but also felt I had a much deeper understanding of the book of Ruth and how it applies to my life today.
**I received this book free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group, in exchange for an honest review.
Merged review:
(The review of this book I posted on my blog is full of links to resources, including a video trailer and a link to read the first chapter free. The following is a summary of that review.)
It's hard to determine exactly how to classify this book. It presents like a Bible study or daily devotional, with verse-by-verse commentary. In-depth background information about Ruth and Naomi's respective cultures, the traditions and norms of that day, the political and natural environment, and many other tidbits make the book a serious study tool. A map, discussion questions, and a study guide at the end round this out as a solid book for individual or group use.
At the same time, Liz Curtis Higgs sprinkles her original, often humorous, voice throughout a narrative retelling of this dramatic tale of desperation, loyalty, and love, making it read like a historical novel. The story really comes alive as we get to know the characters and read between the lines of what we know from the biblical account of Ruth.
Throughout the book, the focus is on how this story applies to the reader's life. Each chapter includes questions in the text that lead to self-reflection, as well as short stories of modern-day women applying principles gleaned from this story.
Most readers tend to prefer either fiction or nonfiction when dealing with Bible stories, but this book appeals to both. I was drawn into the plot and the possibilities of how it all could have happened, but also felt I had a much deeper understanding of the book of Ruth and how it applies to my life today.
**I received this book free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group, in exchange for an honest review.
It's hard to determine exactly how to classify this book. It presents like a Bible study or daily devotional, with verse-by-verse commentary. In-depth background information about Ruth and Naomi's respective cultures, the traditions and norms of that day, the political and natural environment, and many other tidbits make the book a serious study tool. A map, discussion questions, and a study guide at the end round this out as a solid book for individual or group use.
At the same time, Liz Curtis Higgs sprinkles her original, often humorous, voice throughout a narrative retelling of this dramatic tale of desperation, loyalty, and love, making it read like a historical novel. The story really comes alive as we get to know the characters and read between the lines of what we know from the biblical account of Ruth.
Throughout the book, the focus is on how this story applies to the reader's life. Each chapter includes questions in the text that lead to self-reflection, as well as short stories of modern-day women applying principles gleaned from this story.
Most readers tend to prefer either fiction or nonfiction when dealing with Bible stories, but this book appeals to both. I was drawn into the plot and the possibilities of how it all could have happened, but also felt I had a much deeper understanding of the book of Ruth and how it applies to my life today.
**I received this book free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group, in exchange for an honest review.
Merged review:
(The review of this book I posted on my blog is full of links to resources, including a video trailer and a link to read the first chapter free. The following is a summary of that review.)
It's hard to determine exactly how to classify this book. It presents like a Bible study or daily devotional, with verse-by-verse commentary. In-depth background information about Ruth and Naomi's respective cultures, the traditions and norms of that day, the political and natural environment, and many other tidbits make the book a serious study tool. A map, discussion questions, and a study guide at the end round this out as a solid book for individual or group use.
At the same time, Liz Curtis Higgs sprinkles her original, often humorous, voice throughout a narrative retelling of this dramatic tale of desperation, loyalty, and love, making it read like a historical novel. The story really comes alive as we get to know the characters and read between the lines of what we know from the biblical account of Ruth.
Throughout the book, the focus is on how this story applies to the reader's life. Each chapter includes questions in the text that lead to self-reflection, as well as short stories of modern-day women applying principles gleaned from this story.
Most readers tend to prefer either fiction or nonfiction when dealing with Bible stories, but this book appeals to both. I was drawn into the plot and the possibilities of how it all could have happened, but also felt I had a much deeper understanding of the book of Ruth and how it applies to my life today.
**I received this book free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group, in exchange for an honest review.
January 31, 2013
Never in a million years would I have thought an in-depth line by line study of a book of the Bible would be so intriguing, suspenseful, romantic, and inspiring. Yet, Liz Curtis Higgs' manages this feat and then some in her work of nonfiction, The Girl's Still Got It. I looked forward to dental appointments with glee, dance classes with anticipation, and children's bedtimes with relief so that I could steal some time alone with this work of writing. Having read the book of Ruth before, this time I was awakened to the richness of the language, precise word choices, and the eloquence of simple storytelling. Calling the hub at work, I recited Biblical verses with endearing emphasis, "I will do for you all you ask," (Ruth 3:11), and "Spread the corner of your garment over me . . ." (Ruth 3:9). Writing a sweet nothing in his valentine this year is going to be, figuratively speaking, a piece of cake due to Higgs' influence. In addition to making Ruth's story relevant in the 21st century through down-to-earth explanation, Higgs' also concludes each chapter with a blurb from a present-day woman who relates her own story to that of Ruth.
For the purposes of book club, one may take a cue from Ruth 1:6, "When she had heard in Moab that the Lord had come to the aid of his people by providing food for them . . ." In Higgs' explication, the reader learns ". . . the people of Judah are discovering plump grapes on the vines, clusters of olives nestled in the trees . . ." (29). Thus, it makes sense to offer both red and green grapes during discussion as well as a variety of olives- pitted, stuffed, marinated, etc.- in order to reenact the bounty the people of Judah were discovering at the time. While munching, discussion may be facilitated by Higgs generous offering of discussion questions for the purposes of book club as well as more detailed questions for a more frequent atmosphere of book study. In addition, in lieu of a verbal lashing of the male protagonist, embrace your inner Cupids and share your own personal Boaz stories with one another as a finale to discussion.
For the purposes of book club, one may take a cue from Ruth 1:6, "When she had heard in Moab that the Lord had come to the aid of his people by providing food for them . . ." In Higgs' explication, the reader learns ". . . the people of Judah are discovering plump grapes on the vines, clusters of olives nestled in the trees . . ." (29). Thus, it makes sense to offer both red and green grapes during discussion as well as a variety of olives- pitted, stuffed, marinated, etc.- in order to reenact the bounty the people of Judah were discovering at the time. While munching, discussion may be facilitated by Higgs generous offering of discussion questions for the purposes of book club as well as more detailed questions for a more frequent atmosphere of book study. In addition, in lieu of a verbal lashing of the male protagonist, embrace your inner Cupids and share your own personal Boaz stories with one another as a finale to discussion.
July 6, 2012
The Girl’s Still Got It by Liz Curtis Higgs
This well researched verse by verse study of the book of Ruth is a refreshing new look at the story. The story is well-known and often quoted and because it is so familiar we may think there is nothing new we can learn from it. In her down to earth style Higgs takes this ancient story and with insight and vision gives today’s reader not only a look at life then but gives her a contemporary understanding of it.
In this study we learn that there is more to love than good feelings; there is sacrifice, loss, hard work, determination, obedience, trust, and a lot of humility. We learn about how Ruth’s love for Naomi takes Naomi from bitterness to gratitude and hope. We learn about selflessness and the need to not only hold on but to let go. Boaz teaches us about patience, respect, and prudence.
Two things that I especially liked about this book were the word studies and the use of many bible translations. By delving deeper into the Hebrew words the text became clearer and gave better comprehension to the meaning. Using many bible translations helps in the understanding of the significance and intent of the verses. These two tools certainly gave me a clearer picture of the story and its lessons.
At the end of each chapter there is a short comment by a “Ruth In Real Life”. They are interesting and give perspective about the chapter from women today. There are Discussion Questions and a Study Guide included. Both are thought provoking.
And not to be missed at the very back of the book...
Righteous Ruth Rap.
I received this book free of charge from WaterBrook Multnomah in exchange for this review.
This well researched verse by verse study of the book of Ruth is a refreshing new look at the story. The story is well-known and often quoted and because it is so familiar we may think there is nothing new we can learn from it. In her down to earth style Higgs takes this ancient story and with insight and vision gives today’s reader not only a look at life then but gives her a contemporary understanding of it.
In this study we learn that there is more to love than good feelings; there is sacrifice, loss, hard work, determination, obedience, trust, and a lot of humility. We learn about how Ruth’s love for Naomi takes Naomi from bitterness to gratitude and hope. We learn about selflessness and the need to not only hold on but to let go. Boaz teaches us about patience, respect, and prudence.
Two things that I especially liked about this book were the word studies and the use of many bible translations. By delving deeper into the Hebrew words the text became clearer and gave better comprehension to the meaning. Using many bible translations helps in the understanding of the significance and intent of the verses. These two tools certainly gave me a clearer picture of the story and its lessons.
At the end of each chapter there is a short comment by a “Ruth In Real Life”. They are interesting and give perspective about the chapter from women today. There are Discussion Questions and a Study Guide included. Both are thought provoking.
And not to be missed at the very back of the book...
Righteous Ruth Rap.
I received this book free of charge from WaterBrook Multnomah in exchange for this review.
January 16, 2013
Liz did an amazing job explaining the book of Ruth in an engaging way. She gives us more background information and described their emotions and circumstances accurately. Although I read Ruth many times since it's one of my favorite books in the Bible, I was very enlightened by her explanations. I feel like I learned more of why Ruth is truly a woman of faith and how I could imitate her obedience and trust in God. I enjoyed the "Ruth in Real Life" sections in the end of his chapter, telling us how real women learned from Ruth and their experiences with their mother-in-laws, meeting their Boaz, etc. I was also touched by how Liz shared vulnerably about her brokenness, what she calls her former bad life, and how she met a Boaz who really accepted and love her for who she is. Most importantly, she points everything back to God - his redemption, grace, and amazing love for us.
Favorite Quote (P.133): "And isn't it grand how he always brings the Lord on board? ... Boaz urges Ruth to trust him and invokes the Lord's name just as Ruth did when she made her pledge to Naomi. By taking an oath, which was not done lightly in Israel of old, Boaz means to dispel any lingering doubts or fears. He's not only asking Ruth to stay. He's asking Ruth to rest, both physically and spiritually, trusting God to take care of things."
Favorite Quote (P.133): "And isn't it grand how he always brings the Lord on board? ... Boaz urges Ruth to trust him and invokes the Lord's name just as Ruth did when she made her pledge to Naomi. By taking an oath, which was not done lightly in Israel of old, Boaz means to dispel any lingering doubts or fears. He's not only asking Ruth to stay. He's asking Ruth to rest, both physically and spiritually, trusting God to take care of things."
October 29, 2012
***As only this dynamic, humorous bible teacher, Lis Curtis Hughes can...***
Delightful writer, Bible teacher and witty conference speaker Liz Higgs, takes readers on a “high-spirited walk through the book of Ruth,” in her new release, “The Girl’s Still Got It.” There readers find Naomi and her widowed daughter-in-law, Ruth in a “rags to riches redemption story.” Liz mischievously calls the pair, “leading ladies of the Old Testament” in her first nonfiction work in five years. The devotional focus is Christ, mankind’s “kinsman redeemer” portrayed by Boaz who became Ruth’s “kinsman redeemer.”
In this verse-by-verse bible study from the book of Ruth readers learn no matter who you are where you come from, in spite of anything you might have done or not done, God loves you and has a plan and purpose for your life.
Twelve chapters with hilarious titles such as “A Wow of a Vow…Sitting Tight for Mr. Right” and “Our Hero Makes His Move,” take readers 3,000 years back in time. There they join Ruth and Naomi as they travel to Bethlehem into what Ruth believes is an uncertain future. However, “…God knows how her story is going to unfold…” and it’s anything but uncertain.
Liz’s informative and easy-to-read devotional…Full Review: http://tinyurl.com/8raaqgc
Delightful writer, Bible teacher and witty conference speaker Liz Higgs, takes readers on a “high-spirited walk through the book of Ruth,” in her new release, “The Girl’s Still Got It.” There readers find Naomi and her widowed daughter-in-law, Ruth in a “rags to riches redemption story.” Liz mischievously calls the pair, “leading ladies of the Old Testament” in her first nonfiction work in five years. The devotional focus is Christ, mankind’s “kinsman redeemer” portrayed by Boaz who became Ruth’s “kinsman redeemer.”
In this verse-by-verse bible study from the book of Ruth readers learn no matter who you are where you come from, in spite of anything you might have done or not done, God loves you and has a plan and purpose for your life.
Twelve chapters with hilarious titles such as “A Wow of a Vow…Sitting Tight for Mr. Right” and “Our Hero Makes His Move,” take readers 3,000 years back in time. There they join Ruth and Naomi as they travel to Bethlehem into what Ruth believes is an uncertain future. However, “…God knows how her story is going to unfold…” and it’s anything but uncertain.
Liz’s informative and easy-to-read devotional…Full Review: http://tinyurl.com/8raaqgc
May 25, 2012
Have you every wondered how you "fit" within the stories of the bible?
Dive in and spend some quality time learning about God's steadfast love and why women are valued in his eyes. Study the Book of Ruth in depth in a way that has not been researched or documented. Easy to read format to digest verses and explanations that can be read in short reading times or in larger chunks. Each chapter in Ruth is broken up into segments that expertly blend ancient times with modern stories. Also has an extensive thought provoking study guide with discussion questions and chapter bible study.
Mrs. Higgs brings the reader this must read interpretation, modern and down to earth dialogue sprinkled generously with original humor as only she can deliver it! Spend quality time getting to know Ruth and Naomi and find out why this girl's still got it!
I highly recommend this well written and entertaining volume. It certainly changed the way I view the Book of Ruth and my life in general. I received this book for free from Waterbrook Multnomah Publishing Group for my review
Dive in and spend some quality time learning about God's steadfast love and why women are valued in his eyes. Study the Book of Ruth in depth in a way that has not been researched or documented. Easy to read format to digest verses and explanations that can be read in short reading times or in larger chunks. Each chapter in Ruth is broken up into segments that expertly blend ancient times with modern stories. Also has an extensive thought provoking study guide with discussion questions and chapter bible study.
Mrs. Higgs brings the reader this must read interpretation, modern and down to earth dialogue sprinkled generously with original humor as only she can deliver it! Spend quality time getting to know Ruth and Naomi and find out why this girl's still got it!
I highly recommend this well written and entertaining volume. It certainly changed the way I view the Book of Ruth and my life in general. I received this book for free from Waterbrook Multnomah Publishing Group for my review
December 25, 2012
This is a great book about the story and life of Ruth in the Bible. I chose this book because I thought that it was a historical fiction. It turned out that the book was more historical than fiction. However, that fact turned out not to be a bad thing.
I knew a lot about the book of Ruth previously, but Mrs.Higgs brought out lots of points that I had never learned, or at least needed to be reminded about.
One of the most striking points that she makes in this book was the initiation of Ruth's "marriage proposal" to Boaz. Ruth's story is really the story of grace, and Boaz is a symbol of God's grace and love for his people. Isn't it interesting that just like Ruth came to Boaz to beg for his mercy, God also leaves that choice to us. He is waiting and ready to bestow his grace on us, but we have to come to Him and ask...just like Ruth asked Boaz.
This book would be great for an individual study on the book of Ruth, but it would be an awesome book for a ladie's group. There are study questions in the back of the book
I knew a lot about the book of Ruth previously, but Mrs.Higgs brought out lots of points that I had never learned, or at least needed to be reminded about.
One of the most striking points that she makes in this book was the initiation of Ruth's "marriage proposal" to Boaz. Ruth's story is really the story of grace, and Boaz is a symbol of God's grace and love for his people. Isn't it interesting that just like Ruth came to Boaz to beg for his mercy, God also leaves that choice to us. He is waiting and ready to bestow his grace on us, but we have to come to Him and ask...just like Ruth asked Boaz.
This book would be great for an individual study on the book of Ruth, but it would be an awesome book for a ladie's group. There are study questions in the back of the book
November 10, 2012
AMAZING!!!!
A couple years ago I heard Liz Curtis Higgs speak at a California Christian retreat. She was amazing, a rare combination of hysterically funny, deep and a Biblically sound teacher. I had trouble finding any of her non-fiction books at bookstores and I didn't want to order any. I was finally able to make a trip to a Christian bookstore where I found this book and snatched it up.
Ruth is one of my favorite books in the Bible to study, it seems so simple yet is so profound. Higgs does a wonderful job of breaking this amazing story bit by bit. Her style is very conversational, I felt as though she was speaking directly to me and explaining it in person. Her style is very casual yet very well researched. I love how for each passage she gave multiple Bible translations so the reader fully understands. I am definitely going to recommend this book to friends and family.
A couple years ago I heard Liz Curtis Higgs speak at a California Christian retreat. She was amazing, a rare combination of hysterically funny, deep and a Biblically sound teacher. I had trouble finding any of her non-fiction books at bookstores and I didn't want to order any. I was finally able to make a trip to a Christian bookstore where I found this book and snatched it up.
Ruth is one of my favorite books in the Bible to study, it seems so simple yet is so profound. Higgs does a wonderful job of breaking this amazing story bit by bit. Her style is very conversational, I felt as though she was speaking directly to me and explaining it in person. Her style is very casual yet very well researched. I love how for each passage she gave multiple Bible translations so the reader fully understands. I am definitely going to recommend this book to friends and family.
April 21, 2014
When I started this book by the fine serious Biblical researcher I thought it would be great. Our small group used it with the DVD and the further we got into the book and study the less we liked it. Way too much conjuncture on Ruth's mental and romantic state. Almost like women's gossip. The Bible was there and the details which enriched your appreciation of gleaning, being an outsider, old laws. I only liked it a little and found it too be too emotional. Liz Curtis Higgs has written many fine books and is well thought of as a speaker and author. This isn't one of her better books
January 5, 2021
I've always loved Ruth's journey, but I never knew her story could be told so joyfully and wisely. I absolutely love this book and have definately become Higgs' fan. Ruth is not the submissive Milquetoast many people think, but an empowered woman who, along with Naomi, are wonderful, faithful examples for the rest of us to live up to. I will be recommending this book.
November 8, 2017
I was disappointed in this book. It is more of a commentary than a retelling of the beloved Bible story of Ruth. Every word, almost, is commented on from several different sources. I appreciate commentaries but this was just plain boring.
November 3, 2013
Awesome! Loved the way Ms. Higgs puts you in the picture and makes you feel as if you are truly witnessing everything.
July 6, 2024
3.99 Stars
Liz Curtis Higgs is a delightful, relatable author who knows how to bring characters in the Bible to life, surrounding them with the culture and customs, laws, and geography of the times, all with a frequently humorous touch. She keeps the story going, not just with Bible quotes, but with her ability to create some mystery and drama as well. Warning: there is one part of the book when her personal comments are a little heavy handed on today’s controversial social/moral issues, and may turn some readers off. The comments didn’t directly have anything to do with the story. But keep reading. It’s worth it. The reader definitely will come through with a new perception of Naomi and Ruth, and even Boaz’s.
The Book of Ruth is both a heavenly and earthly love story, and a rags to riches tale of redemption. As famous as Boaz’s and Ruth’s love story is, I am sort of wondering why this isn’t called the book of Naomi because she is the one that changes the most. I was also taken by how brave (brazen?) subservient Ruth ended up being. I loved Higg’s repeated call for us to ask ourselves, who is your Boaz, your kinsman/redeemer, male or female, real kinsman or someone else in your life? Sometimes Higgs gets a little tickled with her own sense of humor, so it got old when she repeatedly referred to Naomi’s sons as Wimpy and Grumpy. It became a bit disrespectful. Hence, my less than 4 star rating for that and for getting off track with her social issues.
That said, I still enjoy Higgs as an author and am looking forward to reading her “Bad Girls of the Bible. In the mainly patriarchal Bible, it’s wonderful to read more books about the contributions of the women and the wisdom and lessons they imparted that still apply today.
April 3, 2019
Even the title is encouraging, isn't it?
What a privilege to read this book early and share my thoughts. I've long admired Ruth; and, so has Liz Curtis Higgs. What girl, for we're all girls inside, hasn't longed for a redeemer, a benefactor to save the day? Crazy about us? All the better. We all need someone to save us from ourselves, our circumstances, our habits, and our future.
The Girl's Still Got It is the nonfiction retelling of one of the most beautiful stories of love and redemption ever. I mean ever.
Taken directly from the Book of Ruth, Mrs. Higgs uses fourteen versions of The Word, to create a word picture of the amazing story of Naomi, Ruth the Moabitess, and Boaz. The drama of the situation is beautifully and skillfully related as we climb into Mrs. Higgs' time machine and travel back to the time of the Judges. Careful research and the art of the storyteller combine to make this a book that I will read again.
Facing life as a widow, Ruth gave up everything to go with Naomi, her mother-in-law, to Bethlehem. She showed herself true to Naomi and to the God of Israel with hard work and absolute devotion to Naomi. Naomi and Ruth develop through the pages of the Book of Ruth as God changes their hearts and circumstances.
A longing for a kinsman redeemer grew within me as I read of Boaz, Ruth's redeemer. Tenderness, mercy, kindness, self-confident, protective, all the things we long for are all wrapped up in Boaz and in our ultimate Kinsman Redeemer, Jesus.
The Girl's Still Got It gets 5 stars from this girl.
Go Liz!
I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group in exchange for this review.
What a privilege to read this book early and share my thoughts. I've long admired Ruth; and, so has Liz Curtis Higgs. What girl, for we're all girls inside, hasn't longed for a redeemer, a benefactor to save the day? Crazy about us? All the better. We all need someone to save us from ourselves, our circumstances, our habits, and our future.
The Girl's Still Got It is the nonfiction retelling of one of the most beautiful stories of love and redemption ever. I mean ever.
Taken directly from the Book of Ruth, Mrs. Higgs uses fourteen versions of The Word, to create a word picture of the amazing story of Naomi, Ruth the Moabitess, and Boaz. The drama of the situation is beautifully and skillfully related as we climb into Mrs. Higgs' time machine and travel back to the time of the Judges. Careful research and the art of the storyteller combine to make this a book that I will read again.
Facing life as a widow, Ruth gave up everything to go with Naomi, her mother-in-law, to Bethlehem. She showed herself true to Naomi and to the God of Israel with hard work and absolute devotion to Naomi. Naomi and Ruth develop through the pages of the Book of Ruth as God changes their hearts and circumstances.
A longing for a kinsman redeemer grew within me as I read of Boaz, Ruth's redeemer. Tenderness, mercy, kindness, self-confident, protective, all the things we long for are all wrapped up in Boaz and in our ultimate Kinsman Redeemer, Jesus.
The Girl's Still Got It gets 5 stars from this girl.
Go Liz!
I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group in exchange for this review.
May 20, 2017
Ruth, a beloved Bible character is the subject of this book by Liz Curtis Higgs. Ruth was a Moabitis who not only lost her father-in-law, but her husband as well. Death caused a great chasm in the family, but when Naomi determines to return home, Ruth goes with her. What changes await!
In this story of faith, family, and determination; Mrs. Higgs encourages her readers to step into Ruth's shoes. We walk along side, seeing her emotion, feeling her pain. But we also see how much she not only feels love for Naomi, but how she grows to love the God of Israel. We see her work hard and fall in love. What's she still got? The book is well worth reading to find the answer!
I love this book and highly recommend it. Ruth is still a great example of the virtuous woman and I enjoy reading books that put me in the time and place she lived. I really love is part of the title, "Take a Walk with Ruth and the God Who Rocked Her World." Pick it up, you won't regret it!
In this story of faith, family, and determination; Mrs. Higgs encourages her readers to step into Ruth's shoes. We walk along side, seeing her emotion, feeling her pain. But we also see how much she not only feels love for Naomi, but how she grows to love the God of Israel. We see her work hard and fall in love. What's she still got? The book is well worth reading to find the answer!
I love this book and highly recommend it. Ruth is still a great example of the virtuous woman and I enjoy reading books that put me in the time and place she lived. I really love is part of the title, "Take a Walk with Ruth and the God Who Rocked Her World." Pick it up, you won't regret it!
January 6, 2025
This book is powerful and heartfelt ❤️
If you want to learn to trust God and want a great female roll model, Ruth and by extension, Naomi are it. I love how Mrs. Higgs retells the story from the book of Ruth with scripture to back up everything as well as scholars and other Christian authors. She tells it like you are there invisible, watching it all happen. It's great and brings this book of the Bible to life in a way it has never been for me, at least.
If you are a widow, like me, and want to see God's hand in healing a broken heart and helping her to trust, live and grow again, then this may be the book for you. I've laughed and cried throughout this book, and it has helped me in my healing walk. Widowhood is no joke, and learning how God walks with us and will bless us through others and, by his hand, is incredible. I highly recommend this book 📖
If you want to learn to trust God and want a great female roll model, Ruth and by extension, Naomi are it. I love how Mrs. Higgs retells the story from the book of Ruth with scripture to back up everything as well as scholars and other Christian authors. She tells it like you are there invisible, watching it all happen. It's great and brings this book of the Bible to life in a way it has never been for me, at least.
If you are a widow, like me, and want to see God's hand in healing a broken heart and helping her to trust, live and grow again, then this may be the book for you. I've laughed and cried throughout this book, and it has helped me in my healing walk. Widowhood is no joke, and learning how God walks with us and will bless us through others and, by his hand, is incredible. I highly recommend this book 📖
February 29, 2020
As a F.B.G. (Former Bad Girl) I could relate, & appreciate!
OK, I don’t usually review books that I read for personal spiritual growth. But, I loved reading this! The Book of Ruth, in the Old Testament of the Bible, is explained, and made relevant! I appreciated the Authors’ point of view as said ‘F.B.G.’ (been there, done that). Have you ever heard, “Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people, and your God my God”? It is taken from from the book of Ruth, chapter 1, verse 16 (written as Ruth 1:16). This is beautifully written, with lots of scripture, research, and love!
I feel as if I need to re-examine my relationship with my Mother-in-Law, and realize how important she should be in my life!!
OK, I don’t usually review books that I read for personal spiritual growth. But, I loved reading this! The Book of Ruth, in the Old Testament of the Bible, is explained, and made relevant! I appreciated the Authors’ point of view as said ‘F.B.G.’ (been there, done that). Have you ever heard, “Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people, and your God my God”? It is taken from from the book of Ruth, chapter 1, verse 16 (written as Ruth 1:16). This is beautifully written, with lots of scripture, research, and love!
I feel as if I need to re-examine my relationship with my Mother-in-Law, and realize how important she should be in my life!!
December 7, 2022
Higgs says that many lessons may be learned from the "bad girls" of the Bible (is that every woman in the Bible?), and reassures you that she'll do the research for you. However, she argues that much may be learned about Jesus, not yet born, from the Book of Ruth, and gives as an example of G-d's mercy his turning Lot's wife into a pillar of salt because she turned away from G-d. In reality she turned _towards_ nuclear-type destruction and wrath and away from the small town Zoar. Higgs manages to sound like she's bragging both when she says she was a bad girl for a few decades (was she more like a bank robber or a chronic jaywalker? She leaves it up to you to guess), and also when she says that now she's returned to Jesus, knows the absolute truth, and is at the center of God's will. She praises the Book of Ruth in ways that repeatedly make the rest of the Bible sound bad, such as, unlike most of the Bible, the female lead characters have names ("The number of nameless woman in Scripture is legion.") and personal autonomy (they get things done rather than waiting around or, "playing the passive-aggressive card"; despite the subtitle which sounds like a dirty pun: 'Take a Walk with Ruth and the God Who Rocked Her World'). She doesn't sound so much like a preacher as a corny motivational speaker, and I wouldn't trust her research into questions she already knows the answers to.
October 18, 2018
I went to a concert recently where a songwriter talked about the Hebrew word hesed, which means loving-kindness, grace, etc. I'm glad I knew the word because it was mentioned several times in this book.
Liz is easy to relate to and her writing well-researched. I had no idea so much had been written about Ruth, some of which isn't available on Kindle, but Liz seems to have scoured all of it for this book. My only criticism would be the layout: I wish the study guide and notes relating to it had been at the end of the chapters, instead of at the back.
Liz is easy to relate to and her writing well-researched. I had no idea so much had been written about Ruth, some of which isn't available on Kindle, but Liz seems to have scoured all of it for this book. My only criticism would be the layout: I wish the study guide and notes relating to it had been at the end of the chapters, instead of at the back.
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