Let's Examine the Scriptures Every Day 2022
Sunday July 10, 2022
God chose the weak things of the world (1 Cor. 1:27).
If we want Jehovah to grant us his power, we must not think that our personal worth depends on our physical strength, education, culture, or material possessions. This is not what makes us useful in Jehovah's eyes. In fact, among God's people “there are not many wise from a human point of view, nor many mighty, nor many of noble birth” (1 Cor. 1:26). Therefore, let us not see any supposed disadvantage as an obstacle to serving God, but as an opportunity to see how he helps us with his power. For example, if someone tries to make us doubt our beliefs and we feel intimidated, let us pray for courage to defend our faith (Eph. 6:19, 20). Or, if we are struggling with some kind of chronic illness, ask Jehovah for the strength to continue doing all we can in his service. Every time we feel your help, our faith increases and we become stronger. w20.07 16 para. 9
How did David react to King Saul's unfair treatment?
Although Saul treated him unfairly, David did not lose respect for him, knowing that he was the king that Jehovah had appointed (1 Sam. 24:6). He also didn't blame God for the bad things Saul did. On the contrary, he trusted that Jehovah would give him the strength to endure this difficult test (Ps. 18: 1 and heading).
What David-like situation did the apostle Paul face?
The apostle Paul faced a situation similar to David's. He had enemies far more powerful than he. He was surrounded by influential leaders who hated him and many times had him beaten and thrown into prison. Like David, he suffered mistreatment from those who should have been his friends. Even some in the Christian congregation turned against him (2 Cor. 12:11; Phil. 3:18). But he never let himself be defeated by his enemies. He continued to preach despite opposition. He was loyal to his brothers even when they let him down. And, above all, he was faithful to God to the end of his days (2 Tim. 4:8). Although he had so much against him, he came out victorious because he trusted Jehovah and not his own strength.
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