Ruth 2:4-7
4 And behold, Boaz came from Bethlehem. And he said to the reapers, “The Lord be with you!” And they answered, “The Lord bless you.” 5 Then Boaz said to his young man who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?”6 And the servant who was in charge of the reapers answered, “She is the young Moabite woman, who came back with Naomi from the country of Moab. 7 She said, ‘Please let me glean and gather among the sheaves after the reapers.’ So she came, and she has continued from early morning until now, except for a short rest.”
Leviticus 19:9-10 Love Your Neighbor as Yourself
9 “When you reap the harvest of your land, you shall not reap your field right up to its edge, neither shall you gather the gleanings after your harvest. 10 And you shall not strip your vineyard bare, neither shall you gather the fallen grapes of your vineyard. You shall leave them for the poor and for the sojourner: I am the Lord your God.
SOAP:: Ruth 2:7
God sees our every need and always provides for us. Here the Lord brought hard-working Ruth to the attention of a powerful, wealthy man named Boaz. When we have abundance, we are often used by God to help those who are lacking. Boaz extended kindness to Ruth, rather than hoarding his wealth. The simple obedience of Ruth and Boaz on this ordinary day made room for the extraordinary work that God wanted to accomplish in their lives. When we serve in simple ways, God takes notice.
If you are experiencing lack right now, keep faithfully tending your field. God will provide for you in unexpected ways. If you are surrounded by abundance, ask God to open your eyes to those around you who may need your help. Don’t hoard God’s blessings from those in need. Purpose to extend His kindness to others.
Lord, thank You for providing for our every need. Help us to work hard in the field You have planted us in and take note of the hurting who need our help. Amen.
Our God is faithful. He blesses us with what we need. Sometimes what we need are the most simplest in life-food or shelter. Other times it may be direction, comfort in loss, and clarity of decisions. God wants us to rest in Him and rely on Him for everything….there is nothing too big or too small. Ask with a humble heart and He provides. Thank you Lord for always being there, even though I dont deserve it. Your grace abounds!