In Episode 28 of The Greater Call, Mark Immelman is joined by Pastor Rodney Howard-Browne for a powerful conversation about Boaz, one of Scripture’s clearest examples of integrity, strength, generosity, and servant leadership. Boaz was a wealthy landowner, but his legacy was not built on status or possessions. It was built on how he used what God had given him to serve, protect, provide, and redeem. Through his kindness toward Ruth, his respect for his workers, and his willingness to do what was right at personal cost, Boaz became part of the lineage that would lead to King David and ultimately Jesus Christ. With wisdom, boldness, and practical leadership insight, Mark and Pastor Rodney explore how Boaz models a kind of leadership the world desperately needs: strength with humility, success with generosity, and authority used to lift others up. In This Episode, You’ll Discover: 🎙️ Why Boaz is such a powerful model of servant leadership 🎙️ What it means to be a “kinsman redeemer” 🎙️ How Boaz used his wealth and position to bless others 🎙️ Why kindness, compassion, and integrity are marks of true strength 🎙️ How Boaz protected Ruth and honored her dignity 🎙️ Why leaders should be part of the solution, not part of the problem 🎙️ What business leaders can learn from Boaz’s generosity and accountability 🎙️ How humility keeps leaders grounded when influence grows 🎙️ Why character matters more than status, heritage, or position 🎙️ How Boaz’s obedience helped shape the lineage of Jesus Key Themes Kinsman Leadership Boaz stepped into his responsibility with humility and strength. He did not avoid the cost of redemption; he willingly fulfilled his obligation and did what was right. Strength With Compassion The name Boaz points to strength, but his life shows that true strength is not harsh or self-serving. It is steady, kind, protective, and generous. Wealth With Purpose Boaz had resources, but he did not use them only for himself. He created space for others to be blessed, protected, and provided for. Servant Leadership A true leader does not expect to be served first. Boaz used his influence to serve others, demonstrating the kind of leadership that reflects the heart of God. Character Over Status Ruth was a Moabite, a widow, and an outsider. Boaz looked beyond her background and saw her loyalty, diligence, and character. Integrity in the Small Things Boaz’s leadership was revealed in ordinary moments: how he greeted his workers, how he treated Ruth, how he handled responsibility, and how he honored the proper process. Accountability Before God Pastor Rodney reminds listeners that every leader will one day stand before God. Leadership is not just about results—it is about how those results were achieved. Legacy Through Obedience Boaz could not have known the full impact of his actions, but his obedience became part of God’s redemptive story through the lineage of David and Jesus. 🔑 Key Verses Mentioned Ruth 2 — Boaz allows Ruth to glean from his fields Ruth 3 — Ruth approaches Boaz as a kinsman redeemer Ruth 4 — Boaz redeems Ruth and preserves the family line 1 Kings 7 — The pillar named Boaz, meaning “in him is strength” Matthew 1 — Boaz and Ruth appear in the genealogy of Jesus 🔥 Takeaways ➡ True leadership uses influence to serve others ➡ Strength and kindness are not opposites ➡ God can use your resources to meet someone else’s need ➡ Leaders should build cultures of dignity, respect, and accountability ➡ Character matters more than background or status ➡ Do the right thing, even when no one is watching ➡ Wealth and influence come with responsibility ➡ Humility protects leaders from pride and ego ➡ God often uses unlikely people to accomplish extraordinary things ➡ Your obedience today may shape a legacy you cannot yet see 🙌 About Pastor Rodney Howard-Browne Pastor Rodney Howard-Browne is a pastor, evangelist, author, and founder of Revival Ministries International and The River at Tampa Bay Church. Known for his bold faith, global ministry, and passion for evangelism, Pastor Rodney has spent decades preaching the gospel, training leaders, and mobilizing believers to reach people for Christ. In this episode, he joins Mark from Washington, DC, where he and his team were serving during the 250th celebration of America’s birthday, evangelizing, praying with people, and ministering around the city. 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