SECOND THURSDAY OF ADVENT
SCRIPTURE READING: Ruth 1: 1-18
Ruth’s
story is one of loyalty, love, and redemption. After the death of her
husband, Ruth, a Moabite woman, chose to stay with her mother-in-law Naomi,
saying, “Where you go, I will go; where you stay, I will stay. Your
people will be my people, and your God my God” (Ruth 1:16). Her
faithfulness led her to a new life in Bethlehem, where she gleaned grain in the
fields to provide for herself and Naomi.
Through
God’s providence, Ruth met Boaz, a kind and generous man who became her
kinsman-redeemer by marrying her and restoring her family’s future. Ruth became
the great-grandmother of King David, placing her in the genealogy of Jesus
Christ. This shows that God includes all people—regardless of background—in His
plan of salvation.
Ruth’s
story teaches us about faithfulness, kindness, and God’s provision. Her
journey from loss to blessing reminds us that God works through our struggles
to bring about His redemptive purposes.
PRAYER:
Heavenly
Father, thank You for the example of Ruth, who showed loyalty, kindness, and
faith. Help us to trust in Your provision and remain faithful to You and those
we love. May we always recognize Your guiding hand in our lives. Amen.
