LIVING AS CHRISTIANS, Week of March 3 to 9, 2025. Show that you trust Jehovah's organization, Video: Report 9 of the Governing Body (excerpt). Analysis and Answers.

LIVING AS CHRISTIANS, March 3-9, 2025. Demonstrate Your Trust in Jehovah's Organization, Video: Governing Body Report 9 (excerpt). Analysis and Answers.

Demonstrate your trust in Jehovah's organization (15 mins.) Discussion with audience.

Why should we not be surprised that Jehovah uses imperfect men to lead his people today?

Malachi 2:7 shows that the priests had the responsibility to protect the knowledge and teach the Law of Jehovah. Although they were imperfect men, they had to fulfill this duty because they were his messengers. In the same way, today Jehovah uses imperfect men to guide his people, ensuring that they teach according to his word and not according to their own judgment. This reminds us that spiritual authority comes from Jehovah, not from human perfection.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

It should not be surprising that Jehovah uses imperfect men to lead his people today, because according to the Bible, God has used imperfect human beings throughout history to accomplish his will. Divine direction does not depend on the perfection of people, but on obedience to the will of God and his power to guide his people through imperfect human instruments.

Malachi 2:7 highlights that “the lips of the priest will keep knowledge, and from his mouth the law will be sought,” indicating that God appoints human leaders to guide the people. Although imperfect, these leaders have the responsibility to transmit divine truth and help others follow their path.

Throughout the Bible, Jehovah has used imperfect people like Moses and David, who, despite their failures, played a vital role in his plan. This underscores that divine direction does not depend on human perfection, but on the willingness to do God's will.

Why can we trust the guidance that Jehovah's organization gives us?

We can trust in the guidance that Jehovah's organization gives us through the faithful and prudent slave, appointed by Jesus himself. This slave demonstrates faithfulness by carefully fulfilling the responsibility of spiritually feeding Jehovah's servants just when they need it.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

We can trust in the guidance provided by Jehovah's organization because, according to Matthew 24:45, Jesus compared faithful and prudent servants to a steward who distributes food in due time. Jehovah's organization acts as that administrator, providing appropriate teaching and direction in due time, showing its faithfulness in fulfilling Christ's command to guide his people.

In Matthew 24:45, Jesus highlights the responsibility of the faithful and prudent servant, showing that the purpose of this servant is to care for others wisely and at the appropriate time. This principle applies to Jehovah's organization today, which strives to provide correct direction to believers according to the times and circumstances.

Confidence in Jehovah's organization is also supported by the fact that, as a faithful steward, the organization always seeks to guide believers toward the truth and practice of biblical principles. Consistency in teaching and applying these principles reinforces confidence in the reliability of the guidance provided.

When the people Jehovah trusts to guide us make a decision, why should we support them?

We should support it because we recognize that those who lead us have been appointed by Jehovah himself and care for our spiritual well-being. If we are obedient, we make their work easier, make them serve with joy, and receive blessings for our submissive attitude.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

We should support the decisions made by the people Jehovah trusts to lead us, as mentioned at Hebrews 13:17, because those people are accountable to God for their leadership work. The Bible encourages us to obey and submit to their guidance, as they do so with the intention of ensuring our spiritual well-being, which is in harmony with Jehovah's will.

Hebrews 13:17 tells us that we must obey our leaders and submit, as they watch over our souls as those who must give an account. This means that their responsibility before God gives them the motivation to make decisions that seek our spiritual good, which gives us reason to trust their guidance.

Supporting the decisions of Jehovah's appointed leaders is an act of trust in the system that He has established for the well-being of His people. By submitting to these decisions, we demonstrate respect for the order that Jehovah has established and collaborate in God's purpose of maintaining unity and peace in the congregation.

Play the VIDEO 2021 | Report 9 of the Governing Body (excerpt). Then ask:

How did the instructions we received during the pandemic strengthen your trust in Jehovah’s organization?

The instructions we received during the pandemic helped strengthen my confidence in Jehovah’s organization because they demonstrated that Jehovah is caring for his people. The way the organization quickly adapted to changing circumstances and provided guidance and direction to brothers around the world was truly impressive.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

The instructions we received during the pandemic were a reminder that Jehovah’s organization is guided by the Bible and by Jehovah’s direction. The way the safety and well-being of the brothers was prioritized and creative ways were found to maintain worship and ministry helped strengthen my trust in the organization.

The instructions we received during the pandemic showed me that Jehovah's organization is committed to the protection and care of his people. The way resources and support were provided to brothers who were experiencing difficulties and brothers were encouraged to care for each other helped strengthen my confidence in the organization and in Jehovah's direction.

There is no doubt that Jehovah's organization is guided by Jehovah himself. The way he has cared for the spiritual and physical well-being of his people, the way he has adapted to changing circumstances, and the way he has remained faithful to Jehovah's leading all this shows us that Jehovah is behind it all. So we can fully trust that Jehovah is the one guiding his people. We can be assured that although we cannot see the future, Jehovah can and that he will guide us through any challenge that may arise.

During the pandemic, the instructions we received from Jehovah's Organization strengthened our confidence because they helped us stay united and safe. They gave us clear guidelines for virtual meetings, how to take care of our health and continue preaching safely. This showed that the organization cares about us both spiritually and our safety.

During the pandemic, Jehovah’s organization proved highly adaptable, hosting virtual meetings and offering online resources, demonstrating its ability to keep us together even when circumstances changed dramatically. This reinforces confidence that Jehovah guides his organization to care for his people at all times.

In addition to the practical, the spiritual instructions helped us maintain faith and calm. By following the guidelines given, we were able to see how the organization guided members to stay focused on Christian hope and Jehovah's purpose, reminding us that although circumstances change, divine guidance is reliable and constant.