Encouraging Thoughts

*✨ Encouraging thoughts 😁*

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*★ Lessons from the book of Ruth – 3*

*_"A woman who worked diligently"_*

(Ruth 2)

The field of hard work is often where God plants His richest blessings.

When Ruth and Naomi arrived in Bethlehem with nothing, Ruth was the one who took the initiative, saying, “Let me go to the field, and glean ears of corn.” From morning till evening, she laboured, stopping only for a brief rest. Her diligence was seen in her initiative, her consistency, her faithfulness, and her humility in taking even the lowly work of a gleaner.

Ruth’s quiet labor spoke louder than words, and God used it to open doors of blessing. Her diligence led her to the fields of Boaz, who later became her redeemer.

The Bible often highlights how God honours hard work. Joseph worked faithfully as a slave and a prisoner before he was raised to power. David cared for sheep with devotion before God made him king. Even the disciples of Jesus were men who were busy at their work when He called them. God delights to use those who are faithful in little things.

Laziness, on the other hand, closes the door to growth and fruitfulness. Proverbs warns, “The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.” (Proverbs 13:4)

Let us be like Ruth—faithful, humble, and diligent in our daily responsibilities. Let us give our best in studies, work, and service, knowing that God honours diligence done with the right spirit and uses it to accomplish His greater purposes.

*📖 Verse to Remember 📖*

*Colossians 3:23*

_And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men._

*🙏 Prayer 🙏*

Gracious heavenly Father,

We thank Thee for the example of Ruth, who worked with diligence, humility, and faithfulness. Help us not to be idle, but to do every task diligently, seeing it as an opportunity to serve Thee.

In Jesus Christ’s name, we pray, Amen.

Writer ---' Sis Shincy Jonathan ,Australia

Mission Sagacity Volunteer