There is a tradition in American towns in which the “key to the city” is presented to certain visitors. It usually involves a ceremony, a speech or two, an ornamental key of some sort, a local official like the mayor, and usually someone famous – a rock star, politician or other luminary. One thing you will likely never see is the “key to the city” being presented to a homeless person.

All that you have done for your mother-in-law since the death of your husband has been fully told to me.

Ruth 2:11

When Ruth travelled to Bethlehem with her family, she did so in the most inauspicious of circumstances. They were hungry and desperately looking for some place to live where they would not starve. And yet, without any help from a public relations assistant and certainly lacking an entourage, Ruth was quickly noticed and praised because of her character and faithfulness in serving her family.

America today is awash in empty sound bites and silly schemes. But you will stand tall when you live with rock-solid integrity and humbly serve others. Make that your mission today!

Recommended Reading: Proverbs 2:1-10