Devotion:
Read Ruth 1:11-16.
Verse 16 is one of the best statements of loyalty in all of the Bible. Naomi and Ruth portray a beautiful example of loyalty, friendship, and commitment to each other and God. Ruth did not make this commitment lightly. In making this declaration of loyalty to Naomi, Ruth was willing to give up the possibility of security and children in order to care for Naomi.
Ruth was a Moabitess, but that didn’t stop her from worshipping the true God, nor did it stop God from accepting her worship and blessing her greatly. Ruth belonged to a race that was often despised by Israel, she was blessed because of her faithfulness. She became a great-grandmother of King David and a direct ancestor of Jesus. God honors faithfulness/loyalty.
Personal Worship Option:
Think about the people in your world. What do they think of your commitment to them? How would they rate your faithfulness? Does your loyalty ever waver? With whom are you a friend forever? Pray for that person today.
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