As for Ruth’s own approach to engaging the Bible, she usually starts by journaling. “I begin by writing out what’s on my heart and mind, events that happened, questions or fears I may have, or anger that I may be dealing with. Then I say, ‘Okay, God, this is where I am. I’m going to open the Scriptures and I want you to speak to me in this situation. Give me something that applies today.’ Invariably he does.” Ruth spends most of her time with the Scriptures only. “I just don’t think there’s a substitute