My precious child of God, I greet you in the mighty name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Today, we are meditating on Ruth 2:12, which says, "May the Lord repay you for what you have done. May you be richly rewarded by the Lord, the God of Israel."

Ruth was a Moabite woman, raised in the ways of her people, following the god of the Moabites. However, after marrying into an Israelite family, she encountered a woman of great faith, her mother-in-law, Naomi. Naomi was a woman of God, devoted to following His ways. She loved her daughters-in-law dearly, and Ruth was deeply drawn to that love. Because of Naomi’s faith and devotion, Ruth also began following the God of Israel. At the time, their situation was dire. They were extremely poor, with nothing to eat. Yet, despite their struggles, Ruth diligently sought the Lord, standing steadfast in faith alongside Naomi. The Lord saw her heart and was pleased with her. As we read in Ruth 2:12, she came under the wings of the Almighty God of Israel and found refuge in Him.

My friend, what about you? Have you accepted the God of Israel into your life? Is He your Saviour? Ruth, though a Moabite, sought the Lord wholeheartedly, and because of her faith, she was blessed abundantly. God lifted her out of poverty and made her the wife of a wealthy man, Boaz. From having nothing, she was given everything. Her life was transformed! Even today, if you feel empty, lost, or without blessings, you may find yourself crying, "I have nothing - no peace, no joy, no hope." But come under the shelter of the God of Israel! He lovingly calls out to you, "Come unto Me, and I will bless you." The same God who blessed Ruth will bless you, too. From nothing, He can give you everything! That is His promise. 

As we read in Proverbs 10:22, "The blessing of the Lord makes one rich, and He adds no sorrow with it." My friend, have you accepted this God of Israel? He gave His life on the cross just for you. Come to the cross today. Accept Jesus as your Saviour, and He will give you a new heart and a new life!

PRAYER:
Heavenly Father, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude. Thank You for calling me under Your wings of refuge and love. Just as You blessed Ruth, I trust You to transform my life. When I feel empty, remind me that You are my provider. Help me to seek You diligently, just as Ruth did. Lord, I surrender my worries and burdens into Your mighty hands. Let Your blessings overflow in my life, bringing joy and abundance. Thank You for Your cross, Your love, and Your unending grace. I accept You, Jesus, as my Lord and Saviour, fully trusting that You will grant me a new life.  In Jesus’ mighty name, I pray, Amen.