SPIRITUAL GEMS: Week of November 4-10, 2024, Psalm 105, Answers.

SPIRITUAL GEMS: November 4-10, 2024, Psalm 105, Answers.

Spiritual Gems (10 min.)

Ps 105:17-19. How did “the declaration of Jehovah” purify Joseph? (w86 11/1 19 par. 15)

Jehovah's Declaration Jehovah's declaration purified Joseph by allowing him to develop qualities such as patience, humility, and spiritual strength. Despite the difficult circumstances he faced during 13 years as a slave and prisoner, Joseph maintained his faith in Jehovah's promise. 

These tests not only strengthened his character, but also showed that he was ready to take on greater responsibilities. In the end, Jehovah used him in a significant way, fulfilling his purpose by making him governor of Egypt and Savior of his people. This experience transformed him into someone more valuable and pure, similar to refined gold.

What spiritual pearls have you found in this week's Bible reading?

Psalm 105:1. This text teaches us about gratitude, which is fundamental in the Christian life. Learning to be grateful at all times, even in difficult circumstances, helps us focus on the positive and recognize Jehovah's goodness. 

Psalm 105:2. The verse urges us to stop and think about the amazing things Jehovah has done. Reflecting on his works involves looking at creation, remembering how he has guided, protected, and helped us, and seeing the fulfillment of his promises throughout history. By reflecting on this, we strengthen our faith and remember that we are in the hands of someone powerful and loving. 

Psalm 105:4. This text exhorts us to seek Jehovah, which indicates that our relationship with Jehovah should be a priority in our lives. This reminds us that even when we face challenges, we should always seek his guidance and direction first. 

Psalm 105:5. Here we see how the Psalmist encourages us to remember, that is, not to forget, the wonderful acts that Jehovah has done in the past. This spiritual memory helps us strengthen our faith when we see how he has acted faithfully and fulfilled his promises. 

Psalm 105:7. The word our indicates a personal and intimate relationship with Jehovah, reminding us that it is possible to have a personal relationship with Jehovah and in fact it teaches us that to have that relationship with him we must cultivate it, and that is possible by praying to him, reading and meditating on his word in the Bible daily. 

Psalm 105:34. The locusts did not come by chance, but by God's will. It teaches us that Jehovah can use any aspect of creation to carry out his will, reminding us that we must trust in his wisdom and justice in all circumstances. 

Psalm 105:34. This passage is a reminder of the plagues sent to Egypt to free Israel, fulfilling Jehovah's promise to free his people and giving us confidence that he will always fulfill his promises and will not leave his servants without support. 

Psalm 105:40. Remembering how Jehovah cared for his people in the past strengthens our confidence that he will also care for us today. It encourages us to maintain an attitude of gratitude and to trust that he knows what we need better than we do. 

Psalm 105:43. The people's departure radiant with joy and shouting for joy shows how Jehovah not only rescues his people, but also gives them joy in the midst of their deliverance. This happiness comes from experiencing Jehovah's hand and seeing his works in action.