COMMITMENT – We talk about commitment in
the marriage relationship, but Ruth’s commitment was to her mother-in-love.
Perhaps this was an extension of her love and commitment to her husband or
because she admired and loved Naomi, not just as a mother-in-law but as a
friend. Her commitment extended not just to Naomi but to the Lord. It was a
commitment for the rest of their lives, until death parts us.
COMMITMENT – It is difficult to find that
type of commitment today. The divorce rate, even among Christians, has
skyrocketed. Very few people have “life-long” friends. Susan and I have
something extremely rare and precious – a commitment to be
Mother-Sister-Friends depending on what each of needs at the moment. When Susan
came to live in my apartment, I knew this would be a commitment for the rest of
her life or mine depending on which one the Lord receives home first (Susan
always says we hope we go together, leaving neither behind). However, I did not
truly understand the level of love God has given us for each other until we
stepped out in faith to be roommates.
COMMITMENT – Sometimes extremely difficult
but ultimately soooooooo worth it!
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