Restful Providence Within Ruth 3:1
Ruth 3:1 - A Neville Goddard interpretation
Read Ruth 3 in context
Scripture Focus
Biblical Context
Naomi, Ruth's mother-in-law, expresses a loving intention to seek rest for Ruth, aiming at her well-being and security.
Neville's Inner Vision
Ruth 3:1 offers a shift from a simple family moment to an inner law of provision. Naomi is the inner I AM, asking: shall I not seek rest for thee? In Neville terms, rest is a state of consciousness, not a place you go. When you imagine that rest has already been secured by your awareness, you set in motion the inner movements that bring about well-being. The 'rest' Naomi seeks is an inner arrangement—discernment guiding you to align your feelings, choices, and assumptions with the end you desire. To apply it, you must assume the end of peace and security and feel it as real now; revise any sense of lack, and let the I AM take care of the details. The verse invites trust that Providence answers from within, turning outward conditions toward harmony. By treating Ruth’s rest as your own inner state, you acknowledge that your wellbeing arises from the consciousness you cultivate, not from external proofs alone.
Practice This Now
Imaginative act: Sit quietly and declare, 'I am resting in the I AM; all is well with me now,' and feel that inner assurance guiding your next steps. Let this sense of care wash over you for a minute as you revise any lingering doubt.
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