DAILY TEXT, Today Wednesday September 21, 2022, Do not go beyond the things that are written (1 Cor. 4:6).

DAILY TEXT, Today Wednesday September 21, 2022.

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Wednesday, September 20, 2022: Do not go beyond the things that are written (1 Cor. 4:6).

James and John along with their mother asked Jesus that the two of them sit at his right and left in the Kingdom. Without hesitation, Jesus responded that only his heavenly Father had the authority to grant that privilege (Matt. 20:20-23). Thus he showed that he respected his limits. He acted modestly and never went beyond what Jehovah had commanded him to do (John 12:49). How can we follow his magnificent example of modesty? Obeying the biblical mandate of today's text. Therefore, when someone asks us for advice, we should never impose our opinion or say the first thing that comes to mind without thinking about it carefully. Rather, let us direct you to the advice offered by the Bible and our publications. This way we will show that we are modest, for we recognize that we have limits and that Jehovah's “righteous decrees” are always better than any advice we can give (Rev. 15:3, 4). w20.08 11 paras. 14, 15.

Why are humble and modest people happy?

If we are humble and modest, we are more likely to be happy. Why? Because, being aware of our limitations, we will gladly appreciate any help you offer us. Let us remember the time when Jesus healed 10 lepers. Only one returned to thank him for having cured him of that terrible disease. This humble man knew that he could never have healed himself, so he was grateful and gave glory to God (Luke 17:11-19).

How do humility and modesty help us get along with others? (Romans 12:10).

Humble and modest people generally get along with others and have better friendships. Why? Because they have no trouble accepting that others have good qualities and trusting them. In addition, they rejoice when others do well in what they do in their service to Jehovah and do not hesitate to congratulate and honor them (read Romans 12:10).

For what reasons should we avoid pride?

On the other hand, the proud find it difficult to congratulate others and prefer to be congratulated themselves. They tend to compare themselves to others and to be competitive. Instead of empowering others and giving them authority, they do everything themselves because they think that this is the only way to get things done right, that is, to their liking. Furthermore, they are often driven by ambition and envy (Gal. 5:26). They rarely have lasting friendships. So, if we perceive that we have a pride problem, let us pray to Jehovah to help us renew our minds so that this defect does not become entrenched within us (Rom. 12:2).

Why should we be humble and modest?

How grateful we are for Jehovah's example of humility. We can see this quality in the way he treats his servants, and we want to imitate him. We also want to copy the example of modesty of biblical characters who had the honor of walking with God. Let us never fail to give Jehovah the honor and glory that he deserves (Rev. 4:11). In this way we can also walk with our heavenly Father, who loves the humble and modest.

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