Let us examine the scriptures every day 2025
Tuesday April 22, 2025
Be very attentive to the presence of the day of Jehovah (2 Pet. 3:12).
We know that the day of Jehovah is near. That's why we want to give other people the opportunity to hear the good news of the Kingdom. But at times we may not dare to speak. Because? Because of fear of other people. This is what Peter felt the night Jesus was judged. He did not identify himself as one of his disciples and on several occasions denied knowing him (Matt. 26:69-75). But he overcame his fears, and was later able to say, “Do not fear what they fear, nor be troubled” (1 Pet. 3:14). His words confirm to us that it is possible to overcome fear of others. What will help us achieve it? Peter advises us: “Sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts” (1 Pet. 3:15). Doing this includes meditating on the position and power of our Lord and King, Jesus Christ. w23.09 27, 28 paras. 6-8.
How can we be very aware of the day of Jehovah? (2 Peter 3:11, 12).
Peter advises us to be “very attentive” to the day of Jehovah (read 2 Peter 3:11, 12). How can we achieve this? If possible, meditating every day on the wonderful life we will have in the new world. Do you see yourself breathing real fresh air and eating healthy foods? Can you imagine receiving your loved ones at the resurrection and explaining the fulfillment of biblical prophecies to people who lived centuries ago? Meditating on these things will help you stay expectant and remember that you are living in the last days. Because we know in advance what will happen in the future, we do not allow ourselves to be led astray by those who spread false teachings (2 Pet. 3:17).
How can fear of others affect us?
We know that the day of Jehovah is near. That's why we want to give other people the opportunity to hear the good news of the Kingdom. But at times we may not dare to speak. Because? Because of fear of other people. This is what Peter felt the night Jesus was judged. He did not identify himself as one of his disciples and on several occasions denied knowing him (Matt. 26:69-75). But he overcame his fears, and was later able to say, “Do not fear what they fear, nor be troubled” (1 Pet. 3:14). His words confirm to us that it is possible to overcome fear of others.
What will help us overcome fear of others? (1 Peter 3:15).
What will help us overcome fear of others? Peter advises us: “Sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts” (read 1 Peter 3:15). Doing this includes meditating on the position and power of our Lord and King, Jesus Christ. If you feel nervous or afraid when an opportunity to preach arises, think of our King. For example, imagine him ruling in heaven surrounded by millions of angels. And remember that he received “all authority in heaven and on earth” and will be with you “always until the completion of the system” (Matt. 28:18-20). Peter tells us that we must be “always ready” to defend our faith. Would you like to preach informally at work, school, or somewhere else? So, think about when you might do it and prepare what you're going to say. Ask Jehovah to give you courage, and trust that he will help you overcome your fear of other people (Acts 4:29).
On what occasion did Peter not show love? (See also the image).
Pedro learned what it means to show love. He was present when Jesus said, “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another, that just as I have loved you, you should love one another” (John 13:34). However, Peter later gave in to pressure and refused to eat with non-Jewish Christians. The apostle Paul said that Peter had acted hypocritically (Gal. 2:11-14). Peter accepted Paul's correction and changed. In his two letters, he made it clear that you not only have to feel love for your brothers, but you also have to show it.
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