Ruth 1:1, 3-6, 14-16, 22 / Matthew 22:34-40
In life, we will encounter all sorts of differences.
There are differences of opinions, views, language, culture and the rest of it.
There is no doubt that differences can lead to divisions and disputes.
But, a deeper reflection of differences will help us come to a realization.
Differences are not intended to separate and to alienate.
Differences can actually help us to realise that we depend on each other.
In the 1st reading, the two women, Naomi and Ruth, were of different cultures, different races and different religions.
But Ruth understood that Naomi would be all alone if they went separate ways.
So she turned the differences into mutual dependance as they journey on in life.
And God would bless Ruth later on as she would become a prominent figure in the genealogy of Jesus.
Differences can be turned into mutual dependence when there is love.
So let us not let differences cause division, but with love, differences can help us realise how much we depend on each other, and also how much we depend on God.