DAILY TEXT, Today's Wednesday August 11, 2021, Do not forget to do good or share what you have with others, because these sacrifices are very pleasing to God (Heb. 13:16).

DAILY TEXT, Today's Wednesday August 11, 2021

Let's Examine the Scriptures Every Day 2021

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Do not forget to do good or share what you have with others, because these sacrifices are very pleasing to God (Heb. 13:16).

The daughters of Shallum were among those whom Jehovah used to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem (Neh. 2:20; 3:12). Although Shallum was a prince, his daughters were willing to do this difficult and dangerous work (Neh. 4: 15-18). Today there are sisters who are delighted to participate in a special feature of sacred service - the construction and maintenance of buildings dedicated to Jehovah. Your skills, enthusiasm and loyalty play a key role in the success of this endeavor. Jehovah encouraged Tabitha to do “many good works” and to help “those in need,” especially widows. --Acts 9:36. Because of his extraordinary generosity and kindness, many mourned his death. But they felt great joy when the Apostle Peter resurrected her (Acts 9: 39-41). What do we learn from Tabitha? That, we are young or old, Men or women, we can all do practical things to help our brothers. w19.10 42: 11-12

5. What can we learn from when and how Jehovah used Moses to deliver his people?

Jehovah caused Moses to become the deliverer of the nation of Israel. But when did Jehovah use it? Was it when Moses believed that he was prepared because he had been “brought up in all the wisdom of the Egyptians”? (Acts 7: 22-25). No, Jehovah used it after teaching him to be meek and humble (Acts 7:30, 34-36). And it gave him the courage to stand before the mightiest ruler of Egypt (Ex. 9: 13-19). What do we learn from the timing and how Jehovah used Moses? That he uses those who show spiritual qualities and trust in the strength he gives them (Philippians 4:13).

6. What do we learn from the way Jehovah used Barzilai to help King David?

Centuries later, Jehovah used Barzilai to help King David. When the king and his men fled from Absalom, a son of David, they were tired and hungry and thirsty. Although Barzilái was very old, he and others risked their lives to bring them help. Barzilai did not think that at his age he was no longer useful to Jehovah. Rather, he was generous and used what he had to help God's servants in need (2 Sam. 17: 27-29). What lesson do we learn? That, regardless of our age, Jehovah can use us to help brothers anywhere in the world who cannot meet their basic needs (Prov. 3:27, 28; 19:17). Even if we are unable to help you directly, we can make donations to the world work so that relief is offered when and where it is needed (2 Cor. 8:14, 15; 9:11).

7. a) How did Jehovah use Simeon? b) Why does this encourage us?

Simeon was a loyal Jerusalem elder who was promised by Jehovah that he would see the Messiah before he died. This promise must have cheered him up a lot, for he had been waiting for their arrival for years. Jehovah rewarded him for his faith and endurance. One day, "led by the spirit," Simeon went to the temple, and there he saw Jesus. Then Jehovah used him to pronounce a prophecy about this child, who would become the Christ (Luke 2: 25-35). Although Simeon probably did not live to see the ministry of Jesus, he was grateful for the honor bestowed on him. And the best awaits this faithful man when he sees in the new world that the government of Jesus will bless all the families of the Earth (Gen. 22:18). We too can be grateful for what Jehovah allows us to do in serving him.

8. How can Jehovah use us?

In the first century, a generous man named Joseph was willing to be used by Jehovah. - Acts 4:36, 37. The apostles called him Barnabas, which means "son of comfort," probably because he knew how to comfort others. For example, when Saul became a Christian, many brothers were afraid to approach him, knowing that he had persecuted the congregations. But Barnabas came to his aid. Saul surely appreciated his kindness very much (Acts 9:21, 26-28). Later, the elders of Jerusalem learned that Christians in Antioch of Syria, a distant region, needed encouragement. And who did they send? To Barnabas. That was a good decision, as the Bible says that Barnabas “encouraged everyone to remain loyal to the Lord firmly and sincerely” (Acts 11: 22-24). Today, Jehovah can also help us to comfort our brothers, such as those who have lost a loved one. Or it might motivate us to visit or call someone who is sick or depressed and say something to encourage them. Will we be willing for Jehovah to use us like Barnabas? (1 Thess. 5:14).

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