DAILY TEXT, Today Sunday November 10, 2024, Solid food is for mature people (Heb. 5:14).

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Sunday, November 10, 2024

Solid food is for mature people (Heb. 5:14).

Bible students are not the only ones who need solid spiritual food. In fact, we all do. The apostle Paul wrote that applying such knowledge will help us “distinguish between right and wrong.” Now that morality has sunk to such a low level, it can be very difficult to obey Jehovah’s standards. But Jesus provides us with tasty spiritual food that helps us to stay strong—from God’s inspired Word, the Bible. Just as Jesus did, we have given God’s name the honor it deserves. (John 17:6, 26) For example, in 1931 we adopted the Bible name Jehovah’s Witnesses. This shows that we want to bear our heavenly Father’s name, for it is very important to us. (Isa. 43:10-12) Furthermore, the New World Translation has put God’s name where it belongs in God’s Word. w22.07 11 §11, 12.

What convinces you personally that Jesus is using the “faithful and wise slave” today? (John 6:68)

Through “the faithful and wise slave,” Jesus has brought his followers together to form a remarkable organization here on earth to promote pure worship. What do you think of this organization? Perhaps you feel like Peter, who said to Jesus: “To whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.” (John 6:68) What would become of us if we had not known about Jehovah’s organization? Through it, Christ makes sure that we are well nourished spiritually and equips us to be good teachers. He also helps us put on “the new personality” so that we can make Jehovah happy.—Eph. 4:24.

How has being part of Jehovah’s organization helped you during the COVID-19 pandemic?

When difficult times come, Jesus leads us wisely. This was seen clearly when the COVID-19 pandemic broke out. Many people around the world didn’t know what to do, but Jesus made sure we received clear guidance to protect ourselves. We were encouraged to wear masks in public places and to maintain physical distance. Elders were reminded to stay in touch with all publishers and care for their physical and spiritual needs (Isa. 32:1, 2). And reports from the Governing Body have given us further direction and encouragement.

What other instructions have we received during the pandemic, and what are the results?

During the pandemic, we also received clear instructions for meetings and preaching. Overnight, we were holding meetings and conventions via video conference, and preaching mainly by letter and telephone. Jehovah has blessed our efforts. Many branches have reported that the number of publishers has increased significantly. In fact, many brothers have had encouraging experiences during this time (see the box “Jehovah Blesses the Preaching Work”).

What can we be sure of?

Some brothers and sisters may have felt that our organization has been overly cautious regarding the pandemic. But time and again it has been clear that the guidance we received was very wise. (Matt. 11:19) If we reflect on the loving way Jesus guides us, we can be assured that no matter what comes in the future, Jehovah and his beloved Son will be with us. (Read Hebrews 13:5, 6.)

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