Ruth 3:3 

Naomi instructs Ruth to wash, anoint herself and put on her best clothes. This isn’t about appearance  it’s about readiness. Ruth prepares her heart and posture for a vulnerable, courageous step.

Preparation matters. Before big moments, God often invites us to slow down, reflect, ready ourselves inwardly. Ruth’s preparation is simple, intentional, rooted in trust  much like the preparing this season sometimes asks of us, for new rhythms, for change, for whatever God is asking next.

  A gentle practice for today:   Take one small step to prepare your heart.  Lord, make me ready for what you are shaping in me.