2:3-9 God’s Plan for Provision Boaz’s order to let Ruth glean wheat from his fields displayed his honorable and generous character. He also acted in obedience to God’s command in Deuteronomy 24:19, “When you are harvesting your crops . . . leave [some] for the foreigners, orphans, and widows. . . . God will bless you.” The Lord’s plans are always merciful toward those in desperate need.
2:19-20 Family Support Often in our suffering, we withdraw from those around us, particularly our family. And sometimes families can be uncaring. However, as we see in the example of Ruth and Boaz, family members can also be amazing agents of God’s love and support. Consider gently reaching out to your family in your suffering. They may be waiting, unsure of how to help and looking for you to provide them with directions.