Unexpected Kindness

By Pastor Aaron, November 08, 2026

Ruth 2:1-23

Now Naomi had a relative on her husband’s side, a man of standing from the clan of Elimelek, whose name was Boaz. Ruth 2:1

An Ordinary Day

And Ruth the Moabite said to Naomi, “Let me go to the fields and pick up the leftover grain behind anyone in whose eyes I find favor.” Ruth 2:2

is the practice of gathering leftover grain or other crops from a field after the main harvesters have passed through.

Kindness

At this, she bowed down with her face to the ground. She asked him, “Why have I found such favor in your eyes that you notice me—a foreigner?” Ruth 2:10

How priceless is your unfailing love, O God! People take refuge in the shadow of your wings. Psalm 36:7

Than Just Enough

Hesed (חֶסֶד): A Hebrew word describing a , faithful love expressed through kindness, loyalty, and commitment.

"The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love." Galatians 5:6

A Story of .

“He has not stopped showing his kindness to the living and the dead.” Ruth 2:20

In Jesus Christ, we receive the of God's grace and love.

Reflection Questions

Where do I recognize God's grace at work in my life?

How might God want to reveal his grace through my life?

Journal a prayer: