Lay It on Me

The Ruth in my Life Once there were three little girls. Each had her own unique personality, beauty and dreams. As they grew, unexpected difficulties came into their lives. When the three were teenagers, their parents separated and divorced, inflicting great sorrow and pain on these tender young women. Not long after that misfortune, a dear loved one experienced an emotional breakdown. Instead of blaming God and becoming bitter about these unfortunate family circumstances, all the girls held on to their faith. They continued to sing in the church choir and attend prayer meetings and revivals. They had the spirit of Ruth—they were always ready to serve. One, in particular, would babysit the children and help cook the evening meals for the church family who had taken in her and her two sisters. Here she was, a stranger in the house of another family; yet, she continued to cook, clean house, babysit and minister to the needs of those around her. She sought no compensation. This quiet little girl became a young woman with a strong faith in God. Her name is Pamela , which means "sweet as honey." During a four-week revival in Northport, Alabama, I discovered her, my "Ruth," sitting on a corner pew with other young people, weeping and worshiping God. Even in the