DAILY TEXT, From today Friday December 30, God gives endurance (Rom. 15:5).

DAILY TEXT, Friday December 30,  God gives endurance (Rom. 15:5).

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Friday December 30

God gives endurance (Rom. 15:5).

Life in this world controlled by Satan can be hard, and sometimes we won't know what to do (2 Tim. 3:1). But we don't have to worry or be afraid. Jehovah knows what we are going through. When we need help, he promises to hold us up with his mighty right hand (Is. 41:10, 13). We are sure that Jehovah will help us, and the Bible will give us the strength to overcome any difficulty. Videos, audio plays, and articles in the “Examples of Faith” section bring Bible stories to life. Before viewing, hearing, or reading this information, let us ask Jehovah to help us find practical lessons for our lives. Let's imagine ourselves in the place of the main character. Consider what he did and how Jehovah helped this faithful servant deal with his problems. Then, Let's apply what we've learned to our situation. Finally, let us thank Jehovah for the help he has already given us and show our gratitude by looking for opportunities to encourage and support others. w21.03 19 pars. 22, 23.

In what situations can reading 2 Timothy 1:12-16 and 4:6-11, 17-22 encourage us?

Does our family oppose our serving Jehovah? Or do we live in a country where our work is highly restricted or even prohibited? If so, we may be encouraged by reading 2 Timothy 1:12-16 and 4:6-11, 17-22.c Paul wrote this part of Scripture while he was in prison.

What can we ask Jehovah?

Pray. Before we read those verses, let's tell Jehovah about our problem and how we feel. Let's be specific. So, let us ask Jehovah to help us find in the accounts of Paul's trials principles that guide us in our case.

What was Paul's situation?

Imagine. Let's see ourselves in Paul's situation. He is in prison in Rome. Although he had already been imprisoned before, this time he is sure that they are going to execute him. He has been deserted by some of his companions and he is utterly exhausted (2 Tim. 1:15).

What could Paul have done?

Pablo could have focused on the past and thought that if he had made other decisions, he might not have been arrested. He might have resented the men from the Asia province who had abandoned him and become distrustful of his other friends. But he didn't do any of that. Why was he able to keep trusting in his friends and in Jehovah?

What attitude did Paul have?

To meditate. We can ask ourselves, “What did Paul do to help himself?” Even knowing that he would soon die, he did not lose sight of the fact that the most important thing was to give glory to Jehovah. In addition, he continued to look for ways to encourage others and pray to Jehovah with confidence (2 Tim. 1:3). He did not dwell on the idea that some had deserted him, but rather he expressed his deep gratitude for the love and help of his loyal friends. He also continued to study the Word of God (2 Tim. 3:16, 17; 4:13). And, most important, he was fully convinced that Jehovah and Jesus loved him, had not abandoned him, and would reward his loyalty.

How did Jehovah help Paul?

Jehovah had warned Paul that he would be persecuted for being a Christian (Acts 21:11-13). How did Jehovah help Paul? He answered his prayers and gave him strength (2 Tim. 4:17). He also assured him that he would get the reward he had worked so hard for and encouraged Paul's loyal friends to give him practical help.

How can we imitate the faith that Paul expressed in Romans 8:38, 39?

Apply. Let us ask ourselves: “How can I imitate Paul?”. Like Paul, we know that we will be persecuted for our faith (Mark 10:29, 30). To be loyal in the face of trials, we need to pray to Jehovah with confidence and have good study habits. We must not forget that one of the most important things we can do is give glory to Jehovah. We can be sure that he will never leave us and that nothing can be done to stop him loving us (see Romans 8:38, 39; Heb. 13:5, 6).

What helped Aya and Hector to overcome their problems?

Whatever our circumstances, Bible examples can strengthen us. For example, Aya, a pioneer from Japan, says that Jonah's story helped her overcome her fear of participating in public witness work. Hector, a young man from Indonesia who serves Jehovah even though his parents are not Witnesses, says Ruth's example helps him want to learn more about Jehovah and serve him.

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