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Father, You formed every part of Ruth

And saw that it was good.

You knitted her

Alongside me 

In our mother's womb.

I thank You Jesus

For you made Ruth;

Fearfully and wonderfully.

Your words spoke life into her body,

Formed perfectly,

Intricately crafted in Your hands.

Truly wonderful are Your works, oh God!

Ruth's life a reflection of this.

In the secret place

You created her for good works;
Her hands to bring forth new life

And her mouth to speak the Truth.

Compassion, love, kindness and gentleness,

Creativity, tenderness, strength and faithfulness,

Humour, generosity, wisdom and understanding

Intricately woven into her being

By You, her Creator.

You knew her days before she saw the light

Yesterday, today and tomorrow,

Each held in Your hands.

Your presence constant

Through them all.

Oh Lord!

How precious she is to You,

Your love towards her immeasurable,

Unchanging.

 Ruth, in Jesus

 You are free to be all He created you to be.

Great are the works of Your hands, my God!