The Quiet Place

As I sit here considering the life of Ruth, I feel a strong desire to have the heart of Ruth. One that is loyal, fearless, and careful to heed the advice of Naomi. One thing Ruth didn’t do was leave Naomi despite Naomi’s arguments. Ruth’s answer was to remain loyal to Naomi. She looks sweetly at her grieving mom-in-law and whispers, “ Your people will be my people and your God will be my God .” I n the face of her own great loss, she had every excuse to abandon Naomi, and no one would have faulted her. Yet, she laid down her pride, wants, and desires to ensure Naomi was taken care of and she chose to follow our amazing God. Naomi said to Ruth her daughter-in-law, “ It will be good for you, my daughter, to go with the women who work for him, because in someone else’s field you might be harmed .” Ruth, knowing that she was dependent on the kindness of Naomi’s distant relative Boaz, Ruth’s desire to work in his fields is confirmed by Naomi. Ruth knew enough to know she didn’t kno...

Founders Note: Today on the blog we have are monthly contributor Meg sharing her heart on this month's theme Ruth. You can learn more about Meg and her blog on the about page.  Many times we read through stories in the Scripture and we tend to gloss over them or maybe think “oh that was a nice story.” But do you realize that each and every word in Scripture has a purpose? Each story is pointing toward the Redeemer… toward the perfect plan of Jesus Christ. That’s just what the book of Ruth is. A story that some can look over and not really grasp the full meaning of. Or maybe even get caught up on what exactly she did at Boaz’s feet the night she laid on the threshing floor with his covering.   Side note: I don’t believe she did anything seductive.   One study I read said that it was common in that time for servants to lie at their master’s feet and share coverings. I think this was her asking for him to be her redeemer. Ok… back to the ov...

RelayRides  recently contacted us and wanted us to share our travel essentials. RelayRides is a peer to peer sharing car rental service that takes community into account when renting cars. You can also get airport car rentals as an option for people coming and going from the airport. So be sure to check out that as well on their site. Below are a few of my travel essentials and some things that I am always sure to bring with me when traveling. It was hard to only pick a few things, but I would love to hear what your travel essentials are. Whether your traveling for the Holidays or not, there are always things that you are sure to bring with you! 1. VERA BRADLEY SUITCASE |  I love having a colorful bag that I can use for travel and it's not too heavy which is good. 2. I PHONE +CHARGER |  This is an essential for texting, phone calls, and keeping up with social media. 3. I-PAD +CHARGER |  For reading on my kindle app, playing games..etc. 4. HEADPHO...

A verse close to my heart the past couple of weeks has been this... "Never will I leave you, Never will I forsake you" Hebrews 13:5 (For Context Read Hebrews 13:1-19) Today I want to document God's faithfulness to me yet again. Last week I walked in obedience by giving my top 10% to the Lord and he has not left me unrewarded, my God has provided for me yet again. His Faithfulness and love for me ALWAYS astounds me. Even though I knew the Lord would provide for me if I acted in faith, I still stand in awe of Him when he acts on my behalf. Those precious words "Never will I leave you, Never will I forsake you" are a promise I own with gladness thanks to the grace and glory of my God who loves me and cares for me. I am SO blessed.  Sisters,  This promise is as much mine as it is yours. It is my prayer that your faith will always increase, and that you too will own the promise that is yours in Christ; to never be left or forsaken by God. Wh...

Today i am linking up with one of my dear blogging friends Kiki of In It's Time for her monthly linkup the circle. This months theme is "Christmas Wish List", so today I am sharing some things on my Christmas wish list. I have also invited   Madison one of my Beachview ad sponsors and good blogging friend to share her wish list as well! 1  |  2  |  3  |  4  |  5  |  6  |  7  |  8  |  9   1.  Anthropology bakeware: i have had my eye on this for a while now, it's so cute! I love to bake, so it's the perfect gift for me.  2. She Reads Truth Daniel Shirt: Love this shirt and the message behind it!  3. Kitchn Cookbook: this is another thing that i have had my eye on for a while, it looks like such a fun cookbook.  4. Give Thanks Print: I have one other naptime diaries print and i love it!  5. Anthropology Monogram Mug : I have seen this mug on other ...

Founders Note: Today on the blog we have a guest post from Tabitha. She is sharing her heart on this month's theme Ruth. You can learn more about Tabitha and her blog in her bio at the end of the post.  Naomi had to have been in a bad place – spiritually and emotionally. She had nothing left to give. In her mind, there was no hope for her or her daughter-in-laws. To think that the journey you must travel has to be done alone- it was a bitter pill to swallow indeed. And yet, Ruth demands a place by Naomi’s side with no expectation of anything in return.   “When Naomi saw that Ruth had her heart set on going with her, she gave in.” Ruth 1:18 Ruth is the picture of Christ and of how the church is called to be – how we, as sisters in Christ, ought to demonstrate our love towards one another. Even as Ruth lovingly chose to remain with Naomi, Naomi struggled with the reality of her hardships. As the pair entered in to town, she remained despondent and hope...

Founders Note: Today on the blog we have are monthly contributor Melanie, she is sharing her heart on this month's theme Ruth. You can learn more about Melanie and her blog on the about page.  This isn't the Christmas story you’d expect.   No manger, no star, no wise men. However, it is a narrative full of great suffering, a newborn babe, and a redeemer.  An interweaving of courage, grief, and grace as real people live ordinary lives.   It's not the story of Jesus; yet it’s ALL about Jesus. I’m referring to the book of Ruth.   It’s all about Christ because Ruth’s choices directly impacted the lineage that led to Christ’s birth. Naomi and Ruth were grieving.   Their men dead.   Naomi losing her namesake, as both sons died.    Her husband also deceased. Naomi knew she had no future as a widow—a nobody in their society, living rejected lives. In grace and kindness, Naomi tells her daughter-in-laws to go back to their famili...