TREASURES FROM GOD'S WORD, Week of February 2-8, 2026, Let Us Seek Refuge Under Jehovah's Wings, Prepared Talk.

TREASURES FROM GOD'S WORD, February 2-8, 2026, Let Us Seek Refuge Under Jehovah's Wings, Prepared Speech.

Let us seek refuge under Jehovah's wings (10 mins.)

In the world we live in, we face an undeniable reality: the social and moral environment is becoming increasingly hostile. Wickedness, unscrupulousness, and arrogance seem to be the tools of those who seek success at any cost. Under these circumstances, it is easy to feel small, vulnerable, and, at times, overwhelmed. However, we are not helpless or unprotected. On the contrary, Jehovah, the God of all comfort, extends an invitation and, at the same time, a promise of absolute security: He invites us to seek refuge under his protective wings.

Jehovah defends his people just as a bird defends its young from predators (Is 31:5; w01 11/15 16 par. 7).

At Psalm 91:4, Jehovah comforts us with these words: “With his flight feathers he will block your access, and under his wings you will find refuge. His faithfulness will be a great shield and strong fortress.” The term “flight feathers” generally refers to the wings with which birds cover their young to protect them from danger.

LET'S READ ISAIAH 31:5

“Like birds swooping down, the Lord Almighty will come to Jerusalem’s defense. He will defend and save it. He will forgive and rescue it.”

The prophet Isaiah, through the expression “like birds swooping down,” gives us the idea of ​​a God who does not look on with indifference or observe our distress from afar. He descends, swoops down, and rescues us from our enemies. But how does He protect us physically and emotionally today?

Jehovah has provided us with a spiritual “nest” through which he covers us with his protective wings. In this environment, we are surrounded by brothers and sisters who share our faith. In this way, Jehovah’s wings become tangible. If we remain within Jehovah’s organization, we are protected from the philosophies and thoughts of this world that fill us with confusion, and we find ourselves under the protective mantle of Bible truth.

Just like little chicks, we feel safe under Jehovah's "flight feathers" when we take refuge in the true Christian organization.

Let us stay close to those whom God uses to help and protect us (Is 32:1, 2; w24.01 24 par. 13).

Although we feel safe under Jehovah's wings, there is a silent enemy that can lead us to expose ourselves to the dangers of this world. Like a chick that leaves its nest in the middle of a storm and is exposed to predators, if we isolate ourselves we run the risk of dwelling on our problems, thus losing our ability to see Jehovah's hand.

The Bible warns us that those who isolate themselves seek their own selfish desires and reject all practical wisdom. Although we all need solitude from time to time, especially in the midst of tragedy, if we shut ourselves off, we risk rejecting the very means Jehovah is using to sustain us.

LET'S READ ISAIAH 32:1, 2

“Look! A king will reign with righteousness, and princes will rule with justice. 2 And each of them will be like a shelter from the wind, a refuge from the rainstorm, like streams of water in a parched land, like the shade of a mighty rock in a parched land.”

Jehovah recognizes our human condition and our need for human help, which is why he makes available to us a large spiritual family and, above all, the elders of the congregation.

Like a weary traveler walking under a blazing sun on parched land who suddenly finds the shade of a rock, we feel relief and refreshment through the elderly, who are like gifts that Jehovah sends us to sustain us.

So let us accept the help of our spiritual family, our friends, and the elders. Let us see them for what they truly are: the help that Jehovah is sending us to be a refuge from the storms of this world.

Thinking about the hope that Jehovah has given us fills us with strength (Is 32:16-18; w23.10 16 par. 19).

For our resilience to be complete, we must look not only to the shelter we have now, but also to the shelter we will find in the future. Our hope is the anchor that keeps us safe in the midst of the storm.

LET'S READ ISAIAH 32:16-18

“Then justice will dwell in the wilderness, and righteousness will live in the garden. 17 The result of true righteousness will be peace, and the fruit of true righteousness will be lasting tranquility and security. 18 My people will live in a peaceful place, in secure homes and quiet resting places.”

This text describes a scene that seems like a dream, but it is the Creator's sworn promise. We are told that justice will dwell in the wilderness and righteousness will live in the garden. The result of true righteousness will be peace, and its fruit will be lasting tranquility and security. Jehovah solemnly promises us: “My people will live in a peaceful place, in secure homes and in quiet resting places.”

Think about what that promise means: a life where fear will be a thing of the past. Let's use our imagination, drawing on our posts and music videos, like "The Real Life," "So Close," or "I Behold That Day." By visualizing these promises, current difficulties become momentary and light.

Illustration

The image in our activity guide takes our minds to nature, to that creation that Jehovah himself designed to teach us great truths. Let us imagine for a moment a majestic eagle. It does not only use its wings to soar powerfully through the skies; its most tender use is in the nest. When the sun is scorching or when a hailstorm is approaching, the eagle opens its wings and slowly settles upon its young, covering them completely. The chicks, small and fragile, cease to perceive the danger. All they feel is the warmth of their mother and the comfort of her feathers. The Scriptures use this comparison to help us understand the extent of divine care.

Conclusion

We must remember that taking refuge in Jehovah is not a static act. It is not simply sitting back and waiting for problems to disappear. On the contrary, taking refuge is an act of constant movement toward him; it is a daily and determined pursuit.

If we seek refuge under Jehovah's wings today, in the small decisions of each day, we will be cultivating the strength needed to withstand any storm, no matter how strong it may be. Let us remember that Jehovah's wings not only cover us, but also lift us above our difficulties.

This protection is what will sustain us until absolute peace—that peace which today we can only glimpse—finally becomes our permanent and eternal reality. It will no longer be a hope; it will be our daily life. Let us continue to take refuge under Jehovah's wings.