“And she went, and came, and gleaned in the field after the reapers: and her hap to light on a part of the field belonging unto Boaz, who was the kindred of Elimelech” (Ruth 2:3).
Ruth was industrious, willing to take whatever work was out there for her to do. That
showed her humility as she went to ask permission to glean in the fields. Ruth did not go out to seek out any particular fields. That was not her intention. She just needed a job. It was no coincidence that Ruth just happened to end up working in the fields of a man named Boaz.
Though she wasn’t aware at the time, Boaz was kin to Naomi’s husband, Elimelech. As the story unfolds, we can see the hand of God. I’d like to think it was love at first sight. Boaz
inquired of his laborers about his new worker. He was impressed by her beauty and work ethic. He looked after her and was protective.
Tomorrow we will learn about Boaz’s conversation with Ruth regarding her past. In other
words, her good reputation proceeded her.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray for women, recently widowed, in your church or community. Ask God to guide them as they face a new life with new challenges and new opportunities.
