1. Why do some of Jehovah's servants sometimes feel lonely?
Despite being surrounded by many, some feel alone, it is difficult for them to adapt to a new congregation. For leaving their families wanting to serve elsewhere. For the death of a loved one and others due to family rejection or opposition to the truth.
2. What questions will we answer in this article?
How does Jehovah help us to fight loneliness? What can we do if we feel alone? And what can we do to help the brothers in our congregation who feel alone?
JEHOVAH IS PENDING ON HOW WE FEEL
ILLUSTRATION:
An angel wakes up Elijah and suggests that he eat something. Beside him is a round loaf on heated stones and a jug of water.
Jehovah sent an angel to Elijah to confirm that he was not alone. (See paragraph 3).
3. How did Jehovah show that he was watching over Elijah?
Powerful enemies were chasing him to assassinate him. Elijah believed that he was the only prophet left alive. He sent him an angel to confirm that he was not alone nor was he the only faithful one in Israel.
4. How does Mark 10:29, 30 show that Jehovah cares for those who have lost the support of family or friends?
He acknowledges that some have lost the support of their family for walking in the truth. Offer to reward with a great spiritual family and be aware of them.
WHAT CAN WE DO IF WE FEEL ALONE?
5. Why is it good for us to think about how Jehovah is helping us?
Think about how Jehovah is helping us. Carol: "What really helps me not feel alone is thinking about how Jehovah has supported me when I have had difficulties."
6. How can 1 Peter 5: 9, 10 encourage those who are lonely?
Think about how Jehovah helps other brothers. Hiroshi: “It's easy to see that no one has the perfect circumstances. Knowing that we are all giving our best to Jehovah encourages those of us who have no family in truth. "
7. How does prayer help you?
Say how we feel. Massiel: “One of the things that helped me the most in dealing with feelings of loneliness was praying with all my strength to Jehovah. He was a true Father to me.
ILLUSTRATION:
A widowed brother listens to audio recordings.
Listening to recordings of the Bible and publications can help us not feel so alone. (See paragraph 8.) *
8. How does reading and meditating on God's Word help you?
Bianca: "It helps me a lot to read stories from the Bible and biographies of Jehovah's servants who have gone through similar problems and to meditate on what I read." Use audio recordings.
9. How does going to meetings benefit you?
They encourage us and allow us to get to know the brothers better. Massiel: "Although I was very shy, I decided to attend all the meetings and give a comment."
10. Why is it important that we become friends with faithful brothers?
Even if they are not of the same age or of our same culture, they can be a good example. David and Jonathan were good friends despite the age difference. They supported each other in difficult times.
11. What do you have to do to have good friends?
Ratna: "I had to accept the fact that I needed the help and support of my spiritual family." Many want to help us but we must provide that help.
12. How does preaching help us make good friends?
Carol: “I have made many nice friends by preaching with the sisters and participating in other theocratic activities. Jehovah has used these friendships over the years to support me. "
LET OTHERS FEEL PART OF OUR FAMILY
13. What responsibility do we all have?
May there be peace and love in the congregation. “When I learned the truth, the congregation became my family. Without their support, I could not have become one of Jehovah's Witnesses. "
14. How can we make friends with those who are new to the congregation?
Receive them with affection. Show interest in them. To know them ask questions wisely and listen to them patiently.
15. How can mature Christians help other brothers in the congregation?
Melissa: «There have been siblings willing to act like parents to me. Whenever I need to talk, there is someone who listens to me »Mauricio:« They would take time to talk to me regularly, they would tell me about a pearl that they had found in their study ».
ILLUSTRATION:
A brother and his daughter visit an older brother and bring him cookies.
Is there anyone in the congregation who would appreciate our offering our love and companionship? (See paragraphs 16-19). *
16, 17. In what practical ways could we help some brothers?
A missionary who had a mishap in his vehicle received help from others and that helped. Help those who are alone in the truth or have lost their spouses.
18. How can we show hospitality according to 2 Corinthians 6: 11-13?
Include siblings who may feel lonely in our social activities. Melissa: "We loved that some families invited us to come to their house or go on a trip with them."
19. At what times is it very important for us to be close to some brothers?
On days when family members are at parties and the pressure is greater. Or certain dates that recall sad moments.
20. How can Jesus' words in Matthew 12: 48-50 help us when we feel alone?
Jehovah can use our brothers to encourage and help us. And we must contribute by supporting the spiritual brotherhood.
WHAT WOULD YOU ANSWER?
Why do we know that Jehovah is watching how we feel?
He knows that we have made sacrifices to serve him or we go through difficult situations and he uses brothers to encourage us just as he did with Elijah sending an angel.
What can we do if we feel alone?
Think about how Jehovah helps us. And how it helps those who feel alone. Maintain a good spiritual routine. Make friends with faithful brothers.
What can we do so that the brothers feel part of the congregation?
Let us offer our friendship, let us show genuine interest. Let's give practical help, visit them or invite them to our homes.
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