God's Active Presence

Scripture – Ruth 3:16-18: ¹⁶When Ruth came to her mother-in-law, Naomi asked, “How did it go, my daughter?” Then she told her everything Boaz had done for her ¹⁷and added, “He gave me these six measures of barley, saying, ‘Don’t go back to your mother-in-law empty-handed.’” ¹⁸Then Naomi said, “Wait, my daughter, until you find out what happens. For the man will not rest until the matter is settled today.”

Observation – (Write down what you see in the scripture.) As this story unfolds, Ruth is the central character around which the action takes place. Naomi, however, is the main actor in the story. She sees what’s happening. She knows what’s going on with Boaz. In some ways, it’s like she’s orchestrating the movements of the story. Although in all of this, she has Ruth’s best interest in mind. And it’s clear to her Boaz is a good man, as well. In all of this, I see God at work bringing two people together as part of His greater plan.

Application – (Write how you will be different today because of what you have just read.) I’ll pay attention today to God’s providential movement in life. I’ll watch for ways He moves in my life and in the church’s.

Prayer – (Write out a brief prayer.) Lord Jesus, thank you for being an active presence in my life. Remind me to look for you and trust you to guide me along today.