DAILY TEXT, Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being prepared to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give a reason for the hope that you have, but do it with gentleness and deep respect (1 Pet. 3:15).

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Tuesday, May 5, 2026

In your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:15).

Jesus knew that Jehovah saw all the injustices he suffered and trusted that Jehovah would correct them in due time. We can imitate Jesus by controlling what we say when we are treated unfairly. If what was done to us is not very serious, we can simply let it go. Or perhaps we decide to remain silent so as not to say anything that could make things worse. (Eccl. 3:7; Jas. 1:19, 20)

On the other hand, we may need to speak out if we see someone suffering injustice or if the truth needs to be defended (Acts 6:1, 2). However, we should do our best to speak respectfully and mildly. We can also imitate Jesus by putting ourselves “into the hands of the one who judges righteously” (1 Pet. 2:23). w24.11 5, 6 pars. 10-12

How did Jesus react to injustice? (1 Peter 2:21-23).

(Read 1 Peter 2:21-23.) Jesus set the best example of how to react to injustice. He knew when to speak and when to remain silent (Matt. 26:62-64). For example, when some people fabricated lies about him, he sometimes chose to say nothing (Matt. 11:19). And when he did choose to speak, he did not insult or threaten his enemies. Jesus was able to control his reactions because he “put himself in the hands of the one who judges righteously.” He knew that Jehovah saw all the injustices he suffered and trusted that Jehovah would correct them in due time.

How can we put ourselves “in the hands of the one who judges justly”?

We can also imitate Jesus by putting ourselves “in the hands of the one who judges righteously.” How? If someone has a wrong idea about us or treats us badly, we trust that Jehovah knows the truth. This confidence helps us to endure injustice because we know that, sooner or later, Jehovah will resolve the situation. When we let him take charge, we avoid being overcome by anger or resentment. These emotions can cause us to overreact, rob us of joy, and damage our friendship with Jehovah. (Psalm 37:8)

What can help us continue to endure injustices?

Of course, it is impossible to perfectly follow Jesus’ example. We may do or say something that we later regret (James 3:2). And some injustices will leave emotional and physical scars that will stay with us as long as this system lasts. If that is your case, remember that Jehovah knows what you are going through. And Jesus, who also suffered many injustices, fully understands your feelings (Hebrews 4:15, 16). In addition to giving us the example of his Son, Jehovah offers helpful counsel in his Word that helps us to react well to injustices. Let us consider two verses from the book of Romans.

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