READ Ruth 2
Ruth and Naomi return to Bethlehem in hopes of fostering a livelihood.

INSIGHT
When Boaz, a noble and godly man, hears of Ruth’s noble and godly actions, he is
moved with appreciation for the kind of person she is. When he finds her gleaning in his
fields, he bestows kindnesses on her. Ruth asks why he should take notice of her since
she is a foreigner. Boaz replies that it is because of all that she has done for Naomi. The
way we live our everyday lives communicates a “life message” to others. When we live
for the Lord, that message is a beacon of light to others.

PRAYER
Praise the Lord for His sovereignty and for the fact that He works His will regardless of the failures of His children:
Hallelujah!
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good;
His faithful love endures forever.  
Who can declare the Lord’s mighty acts
Or proclaim all the praise due him?  
How happy are those who uphold justice,
Who practice righteousness at all times.
Blessed be the Lord God of Israel,
From everlasting to everlasting.  
Let all the people say, “Amen! ”
Hallelujah! (Psalm 106:1-3, 48).

Pause for praise and thanksgiving. Pray this confession to the Lord as you seek to keep your life free from sin:
Purify me with hyssop, and I will be clean;
Wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.  
Let me hear joy and gladness;
Let the bones you have crushed rejoice.  
Turn your face away from my sins
And blot out all my guilt (Psalm 51:7-9).

Confess any sins that the Holy Spirit brings to your mind. Now pause to pray this
affirmation to the Lord:
Jesus answered, “If anyone loves me,
He will keep my word. My Father will love him,
And we will come to him and make our home with him
(John 14:23).

As you make your requests known to the Lord, pray for:

• The renewing of your mind
• The needs of your extended family
• Whatever else is on your heart

Offer this closing prayer to the Lord:
Bless the Lord, all his armies,
His servants who do his will.  
Bless the Lord, all his works
In all the places where he rules.  
My soul, bless the Lord!
(Psalm 103:21-22).