Devotion:
Read Ruth 4:13-17.
The story of Ruth and Naomi is one of perseverance and faithfulness to God. It reminds us that God’s power redeems desperate situations. His grace unites. God forged an unlikely friendship between two very different women and brought about an unexpected marriage between a peasant girl and a prosperous guardian-redeemer.
God brought great blessing out of tragedy which is an encouragement to us to trust Him. God will be with us in the hard times. The love story between Boaz and Ruth foreshadows the coming of Jesus as the ultimate Guardian-Redeemer. It’s Jesus who gladly rescues broken and hurting, lost and hopeless people.
Ruth was unaware of her purpose in the larger story of redemption. Because of Ruth’s faithful obedience her life and legacy were significant even though she couldn’t see all the results. The same is true for us today. Live in faithfulness to God, knowing that the significance of your life will extend beyond your lifetime.
Personal Worship Option:
Reflect on the quality of your legacy. Does it reflect faithfulness, perseverance, love, and other God-honoring qualities? Spend some time thanking God for His faithfulness.
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