Bible Verse: Ruth 2:7

She said, ‘Please let me glean and gather among the sheaves behind the harvesters.’ She came into the field and has remained here from morning till now, except for a short rest in the shelter.

Ruth is portrayed as a diligent worker, tirelessly gleaning in the fields from morning until evening, despite trailing behind the harvesters. Her primary concern is providing for herself and Naomi, displaying admirable dedication. It is during this time that Boaz takes notice of her, recognizing her hard work and virtue, he finds favor in her. Aware of Ruth’s devotion to her mother-in-law Naomi, who is his relative by marriage, Boaz extends kindness towards Ruth. He ensures she has an abundance to eat and instructs his workers to intentionally leave extra grain for her to gather. Ruth diligently gathers all she can and shares the bounty with Naomi, recounting her encounter with Boaz. Throughout the harvest season, Ruth perseveres at her work in the fields until the harvest was completed.

The Lesson: Ruth’s hard work and diligence demonstrate the lessons of perseverance and dedication in the face of adversity. Despite facing challenges and working in difficult circumstances she doesn’t give up. Her willingness to do her best, even when the tasks seemed difficult, inspires us to approach our own work with a similar sense of determination and persistence. Ruth’s story teaches us that with hard work and diligence, we can overcome obstacles and be successful in whatever we do.