Ḥesed: The Covenant Kindness That Changes Everything. If the Book of Ruth has a heartbeat, it is ḥesed (חֶסֶד). This Hebrew word—translated as “lovingkindness,” “steadfast love,” or “mercy”—is far more than emotion. It is the covenant DNA of God’s character, the glue of grace that holds every act of redemption from Genesis to Revelation.

Forgiveness: Commanded, Costly, and Christlike. Forgiveness is one of the most misunderstood and under-practiced commands in the Christian life. It’s not optional. It’s not easy. And it’s not cheap. Forgiveness is central to the gospel itself—and therefore, non-negotiable for anyone claiming to follow Jesus.