Ruth 1:18

When she saw that she was determined to go with her, she stopped speaking to her. 

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come Your will be done. It is not always easy or comfortable Father to surrender to Your good and perfect will, even when we believe you do us no harm. I am reminded of Jesus words when He went again a second time to pray, "O My Father, if this cup cannot pass away from Me unless I drink it, Your will be done." Father, I pray for those who are facing various conflicts with loved ones. It is so difficult to change the minds of ones who are determined to do something, especially when we do not know the outcome. Was Naomi just relinquishing giving in to the notion her words held no value. Forgive us for thinking we know best in someone else's life before seeking You in prayer and trusting You with the outcome. We fight so hard for what we think is best for others, that accepting the feelings we have lost the fight is at times even harder. And again, I'm reminded of Jesus withdrawing to kneel and pray, saying "Father, if it is Your will, take this cup away from Me, nevertheless not My will, but Yours be done." Father, I believe You will send Your Holy Spirit to strengthen Your children who are being pressed, stretched and tested. Calmness and confidence will make us strong; may we wait for Your help, wisdom and courage. You have instructed us even though quiet can be a struggle it is a good virtue to have. For there is a time to keep silent and a time to speak. For even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues. May we remember when they won't be persuaded, we cease speaking and rest in the knowledge the will of You Lord be done. You have declared our thoughts are not Your thoughts neither are our ways Your ways. As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are Yours Father. Thank You for loving us through all our trials and tribulations. Forever grateful, Amen. 

Matthew 6:10, Matthew 26:42, Luke 22:42-43, Isaiah 30:15, Ecclesiastes 3:7, Proverbs 17:27-28, Acts 21:14 and Isaiah 55:8-9

Ruth 1:16

But Ruth said: "Entreat me not to leave you, or to turn back from following after you; for wherever you go, I will go; and wherever you lodge, I will lodge; your people shall be my people, and your God my God. 

Jesus, You have instructed Your followers to let them alone, those who our heavenly Father has not planted for they will be uprooted. They are blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind leads the blind, both will fall into a ditch. Yet my heart cries out to You to be merciful and gracious to call with Your loving kindness those who are being deceived by false leaders. Grant us keen discernment to know those who truly worship You the one true living God. There are many false Christ and anti-Christs in our midst even in Your house of worship. Protect those who are sincere and seeking truth, testing the spirit to see if there is a twisting of scripture. Guard our hearts. Lord, I pray for those caught up in false religions, pagan practices and idol worship to understand their instructors are causing them to err and sin against You Almighty. May they receive revelation that being led by such will lead to their destruction. You Jesus have come to give life and life more abundantly. Open the blind eyes to see the ones they are following after who think they are superior and consider themselves guides, lights, instructors and teachers are the exact ones You will judge for their deceptive actions and motives. Call to our lost loved ones beckoning them to come follow You Jesus. May You hear from heaven multitudes respond, 'Where You go, I will go, where You lodge, I will lodge, Your people will be my people and You are my God forever more." Amen.

Matthew 15:13-14, Isaiah 9:16, Proverbs 4:23, John 10:10 and Romans 2:17-22

Ruth 1:14

Then they lifted up their voices and wept again; and Orpah kissed her mother-in-law, but Ruth clung to her. 

Heavenly Father as I ponder the word in Proverbs "A Friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity." I ask myself do I laud faithfulness to You and to others? There is a fickleness that runs through our society that deeply contrast those who are true friends. Ones who are constant are to be cherished. And how much greater to have a brother or sister who helps in times of stress. I desire to be just that but know in many ways and far too often fall short. I am reminded through my short comings there is One who sticks closer than a brother, my Lord and Savior and who is Your precious Son Jesus. So is it simply to have a friend one must themselves be friendly? I think not, for Christ example is to die to ourselves, for there is no greater love that one could give than to lay down their life for their friends. I praise and thank You Jesus for doing just that. As we go forth serving others, watching and learning from Your example You call us companions. It is so humbling a thought that the King of the universe would speak such kindness to our wretched souls. Oh, that we should desire to be as Ruth and cling to You always and forever. I pray we go forth this day loving one another and in doing we bring honor and glory to You, Amen.

Proverbs 17:17, Proverbs 18:24 and John 15:9-17

Psalm 30:5

For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning. 

I will extol You, O LORD, for You have lifted me up, and have not let my foes rejoice over me, O LORD my God I cried out to You, and You healed me, thank You. O LORD You brought my soul up from the grave; You have kept me alive, that I should not go down to the pit. On this day I shall sing praises to You with the saints. With Your children I give thanks at the remembrance of Your Holy name Jesus. Your lovingkindness and tender mercies override Your anger that is for a moment. I thank You for giving me life and life more abundant and freer. My weeping has been many nights but certainly joy does come in the morning, great is Your faithfulness, Lord unto me. Father, I pray for those who are grieving, carrying heavy sorrows to experience Your goodness and peace as You turn their mourning to dancing, as I testify You have done it for me. I pray as the people of this world turn and put their trust in You, they will be greeted with deliverance. I thank You that you bow down Your ear to those who cry out to You the great I Am for healing, hope and wholeness Your amazing grace will resound in their lives bringing much needed hope and restoration. Lord, You hate useless idols so I pray for conviction in idolators heart and a swift, complete removal of such offenses. Redeem us O Lord God of truth. This is the day You have made let us rejoice and be glad in it. Amen. 

Proverbs 14:7

Leave the presence of a fool, for there you do not meet words of knowledge. 

Heavenly Father this Proverb doesn't need much explaining so straight forward and yet at times can be so challenging to place into action. Such a powerful reminder to walk away from conversations that can very quickly turn for the worst. Grant me keen discerning ears to hear the lack of piety and to know the sound of corrupted speech. To keep company with this type of folly is dangerous and nothing good can be gained from it. Father, I pray Your Holy Spirit brings a strong resolve deep within me not to engage with those who bear false witness, scoff at truth, lie and have foolish talk, for there is a way that seems right to man but in the end lead to death. I thank You for Your word that is truth and blesses me to have life and life everlasting. I desire to be a wise person and build my house and refrain from foolishly tearing it down with my own hands. I pray to devise good and there I will meet with Your steadfast love and faithfulness. To draw near to You and You will draw near to me. Thank You for blessing me with a awe fear of You for it is the fountain of life. May my heart ponder how to answer the mouth of the wicked that pours out evil things. Thank You for Your promise that "The fear of the LORD is instruction in wisdom, and humility comes before honor. Thank You Lord for loving me so much not being satisfied to leave me the way You found me. I love You Jesus, Amen. 

Isaiah 48:17

Thus says the LORD, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; "I am the: LORD your God, who teaches you to profit, who leads you the way you should go."

Sing, O heavens! Be joyful, O earth! And break out in singing, O mountains! For the LORD has comforted His people and has mercy on His afflicted. Heavenly Father for some who are still deep in affliction it is challenging to see the light at the end of the tunnel, but Your grace is a daily reminder Your strength is made perfect in weakness. That we should behold Your eye is on those who fear You, on those who hope in Your mercy. You deliver our souls from death and keep us alive in famine. May our hearts rejoice in You because we trust in Your holy name Jesus. You are our help and shield. You have promised You will instruct and teach us in the way we should go, may we have keen ears to hear. Many sorrows shall be to the wicked, but we thank You for Your word that says those who trust You, mercy shall surround us, thank You Lord. We are so blessed because our transgressions are forgiven through the cross of Calvery where our sins are covered and washed in Your precious blood. You Lord are our hiding place, thank You for preserving Your children in times of trouble, for surrounding us with songs of deliverance, selah.

Isaiah 49:13, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Psalm 33:18-21 and Psalm 32

Isaiah 45:6-7

That there is none beside Me. I am the LORD, and there is no other; I form the light and create darkness, I make peace and create calamity; I, the LORD, do all these things.'

Heavenly and Holy Father, I come before You in Jesus name with tears. I have no words to express the sadness, no fancy petitions, nor words of wisdom just a plea for You to send Your Spirit and bring peace. Comfort Your people who are grieving, hurting and questioning, asking the "why God". I pray for Your mercy and grace as You have promised it is new every day, and we desperately need an extra measure now. Father strengthen Your children to remain steadfast and true as the world shakes with tribulations and may there be a great harvesting of soul for Your kingdom in this hour. Your exposing of lies is not always easy to see but is essential for cleansing. May Your sons and daughters be blessed keeping their gaze firm on You not looking to the left or the right as You lovingly keep the narrow road straight before us. Use us Father to bring forth hope and healing as we boldly with confidence share the love of Jesus. Forgive us Father for all the sins we have committed against You, laughing, mocking and scorning Your great name. Forgive us for allowing sexual immorality, debauchery, idolatry, materialism and pride to flood Your Holy Church. As we humble ourselves before You, we thank You that You will lift us up. "Rain down, you heavens, from above, and let the skies pour down righteousness; let the earth open and let them bring forth salvation and let the righteousness spring up together. For You are the LORD and have created it. Woe to him who strives with his Maker!" Lord Jesus have mercy on us all, Amen.

Isaiah 45