In the story of Ruth, Boaz orders his workmen to drop handfuls of corn on purpose, so this refugee girl will have plenty of grain to take home for herself and her widowed mother-in-law.
In my family, we always refer to any unexpected little extra blessings as God's 'handfuls on purpose' - and often they have seemed like miracles.
Sunday, 14 September 2025
Handfuls
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Little miracles happen every day sometimes we just have to reflect just a little more deeply to realise them, well I do I find. I love the picture of the dandelion clocks and the little mouse. I pray that today many people have a reflective and calming Sunday, something much needed in these divided and troubled times. She H
ReplyDeleteAmen to that
DeleteThose extra blessings are miracles, indeed.
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ReplyDeleteoh that is such a neat way of thinking about it; yes I agree........
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DeleteI always appreciate the little things in life because the big things are mainly things over which I have no control. Catriona
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DeleteThat's a lovely way of looking at it! I'm grateful for the nettles I picked, the conkers that have made me washing detergent as mine has run out, the free apples and blackberries that made me future breakfasts and the bits I picked from my Dad's tree.
ReplyDeleteSimple gifts, great gratitude
DeleteHow beautifully put, and yes, Amen to that x
ReplyDeleteAlison in Devon x
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DeleteThe painting is utterly charming and the sentiment so true. I think the painter must have a heart full of delight and love. I consider you a blessing in my life. JanF
ReplyDeleteAs you are in mine, Jan
DeleteI really love the story of Ruth and the fact that her marriage with Boaz resulted in her being part of the genealogy of Joseph, and by adoption, the genealogy of Jesus.
ReplyDeleteThe expression, God's "handfuls on purpose" is a beautiful one, thank you for sharing it.
Ruth's story is really special
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