“The Lord [...] sent them before him two by two to every city and place where he himself was about to go” (Luke 10:1).
1. What is one difference between Jehovah's Witnesses and other people who claim to be Christians?
A key difference is that Jehovah's Witnesses demonstrate an intense desire to preach the good news, as Titus 2:14 indicates, unlike false Christians, who don't prioritize this work. Although we may sometimes feel a lack of enthusiasm, as one diligent elder acknowledged.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Other people have no desire to preach. Even those who claim to hold other beliefs sometimes praise us for what we do. However, we do have that desire to tell others about our Creator.
Some people wonder: Why do we have this desire? Titus 2:14 explains it very well, as it is a purposeful work. For that reason, we encourage people to get to know Jehovah and enjoy life.
It's true that preaching is a task that defines us, that it's the most important task we perform, and ideally, we should do it with enthusiasm. But we shouldn't feel bad if, at times, we don't feel like preaching. As the paragraph says, this old man tries hard, but sometimes he lacks the desire. So the important thing is to recognize this and work to recover it.
2. Why is it not always easy to feel enthusiasm for preaching?
It's not always easy to feel enthusiastic about preaching, because sometimes we don't see immediate results. Furthermore, working with the brothers in other endeavors is often enjoyable and edifying, while preaching in unreceptive territories can be discouraging, especially if we've had negative experiences or feel like people aren't listening. Added to this is the fact that, according to Jesus, the closer the end comes, the greater the opposition to the message.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Because people sometimes react negatively, the territory is often the same, and we tend to go to the same houses over and over again. Plus, sometimes we're tired, which makes us even more exhausted.
If we compare it to other things we can do among God's people, such as maintaining Kingdom Halls, doing relief work, or encouraging the faithful, we can see immediate results. However, when it comes to preaching, it can take time to see results, and we can become discouraged.
As the first part of Matthew 10:22 says, “All people will hate you for my name's sake.” And that's true; we often see it in the field. We don't always receive a good answer or a positive response, and this can slowly discourage us, perhaps diminishing that joy.
All these setbacks can sometimes rob us of our enthusiasm and joy. But with Jehovah's help, through his Word, we can reason and receive the necessary encouragement, which will help us not only maintain that enthusiasm, but even increase it, so we can carry out a good ministry.
3. What does Luke 13:6-9 teach us about Jesus?
Luke 13:6-9 teaches us that Jesus maintained and increased his enthusiasm for preaching despite the limited visible results. The illustration compares him to a man who tended a fig tree for three years without it bearing fruit, yet he didn't give up and continued to strive.
Similarly, although Jesus preached to the Jews for three years and only a few became disciples, he did not become discouraged or reduce his efforts, but intensified his ministry to touch people's hearts.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Even though the fig tree seemed to be giving no more fruit, and the owner said, "We must cut it down so it doesn't take up a useless space," the vinedresser replied, "Let's try one more time." And he didn't give up, because he dug around the fig tree and spread manure on it, so that it would produce more fruit. All of this required a lot of effort.
Jesus Christ, despite the fact that the Jewish nation had rejected him and the religious leaders did not believe he was the Messiah, constantly strove, especially as he drew to a close, to reach the hearts of those Jews.
This wasn't easy, because the Jews were very stubborn in their ways and refused to accept the truth, even though Jesus' words were very clear. However, Jesus didn't give up, but continued preaching enthusiastically.
He's an example for us, even when in our preaching we encounter people we already know who have knocked on that same door and who have turned us down several times. Even so, we must continue preaching with enthusiasm.
Jesus didn't give up or slow down his ministry. Likewise, we mustn't slow down; on the contrary, we must strive with greater intensity.
4. What four points will we analyze in this article?
This article will examine four ways Jesus demonstrated enthusiasm in his ministry, especially during the last six months of his life on Earth. These points are:
1. He focused on doing Jehovah’s will.
2. He paid attention to the prophecies.
3. He trusted that Jehovah would help him.
4. He was positive and held out hope that some would listen to him.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
1) He focused on doing Jehovah's will. 2) He paid attention to the prophecies. 3) He trusted Jehovah to help him. 4) He was positive and held out hope that some would listen to him.
At the end of the note, it is noted that Jesus was focused on the activity of the ministry during the last six months of his ministry here on earth. Thus, until the very end, he maintained this attitude of tireless preaching, even knowing that his life was coming to an end. So, to imitate his example, let's look at these four points that will help us do the same.
HE FOCUSED ON DOING JEHOVAH'S WILL
5. How did Jesus show that he was focused on doing God's will?
Jesus demonstrated that he was focused on doing God's will by enthusiastically preaching the good news of the Kingdom, knowing that this was his primary mission.
During the final months of his ministry, he traveled tirelessly from city to city and village to village, teaching. He also trained more disciples and sent them out to preach like him, showing that he prioritized the work of the Kingdom above all else.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
For Jesus, this work was his priority throughout his life because he loved Jehovah.
For Jesus, his priority was to preach the good news, and to do so with enthusiasm because he knew, as we read in Luke 4:43, that this was what Jehovah wanted him to do. He also trained his disciples to do the same, just as he did.
He didn't just dedicate himself to training 12 disciples, as we see in Luke 10:1; he chose 70 to send out. Therefore, it's clear that he did a very good job.
As Luke 13:22 mentions, "As he journeyed toward Jerusalem, he went from city to city and village to village, teaching people." So he didn't just focus on Jerusalem; he didn't waste time. He shared the message with everyone he met along the way.
In Luke 4:43, Jesus says, "I must preach the good news of the Kingdom of God to the other towns, for that is why I was sent." Jesus came to preach the Kingdom of God. Therefore, the enthusiasm he demonstrated and demonstrated with his actions is something that motivates us to want to do the same.
6. In what ways does preaching relate to any assignment we have? (See also the images.)
Preaching is related to any assignment we have, because it is the main work Jehovah and Jesus have entrusted to us. All other tasks directly support this work.
For example, we build Kingdom Halls so that the people we preach to can worship Jehovah. Our work at Bethel and other similar locations facilitates the preaching work, and our relief efforts help the brothers and sisters meet their basic needs so they can resume preaching and other spiritual activities.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
They are directly related. Jehovah and Jesus have made it clear that preaching is the most important work we are to do, but all other assignments, such as building Kingdom Halls or serving at Bethel, are designed to directly support this work.
In the illustration, you can see how these two brothers on the left are engaged in a special service, like many brothers in the congregation: one in construction, the others working for Bethel, but from their homes. However, as we see on the right, they are preaching because they know it is the most important thing.
It's interesting that even relief efforts are connected to preaching, because when we help our brothers, what we want is not only for them to have what they need, but also for them to be able to return to their spiritual activities, which includes being able to preach again.
We must keep in mind that preaching is Jehovah's most important work, and He wants us to do it. Thus, our desire to preach as much as possible will grow stronger.
The idea is that all the organization's activities are focused on giving priority to advancing the good news of the Kingdom. That is the priority of Jehovah's organization.
The words quoted above from Matthew 28:19 and 20 also make it clear that this work of preaching is, without a doubt, the most important thing Jehovah wants us to do.
Going to preach is not a suggestion, but a command we are expected to obey. So much so that, as Matthew 28:20 mentions, Jesus Christ accompanies us so that this work can be accomplished, because it truly is something very important.
ILLUSTRATION
Series of images: 1. A brother works on a construction project. 2. Another brother helps Bethel from his home as a remote volunteer. 3. Later, the two brothers preach together.
Preaching the good news is the main work Jehovah and Jesus want us to do. (See paragraph 6.)
7. Why does Jehovah want us to continue preaching? (1 Timothy 2:3, 4)
Jehovah wants us to continue preaching because he desires that as many people as possible hear and accept the good news, since this message has the potential to save their lives. His desire is for them to be saved and to come to an accurate knowledge of the truth.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Jehovah wants as many people as possible to hear and accept the Good News, because this message can save their lives.
To this end, we have resources, such as the brochure "A Work of Love," which gives us helpful suggestions for starting conversations with people. Our goal is precisely to help them begin a Bible study and become disciples.
What the paragraph says is interesting: if they don't accept the message now, they have the opportunity to do so just before the end of the Great Tribulation. But to do that, we must preach now, so that the message will be engraved in their hearts and they can react, even in the future.
There's a very interesting point in the reader question just posted about the time until which we will be preaching. It's a clarification of Matthew 24:14, which explains that the end Matthew speaks of refers to the final end of Satan's world before Armageddon. So it seems we'll continue preaching right up until the very beginning of Armageddon. Therefore, we see that Jehovah is truly interested in people being able to react until the very last moment. Until then, we will continue preaching.
This, of course, helps us maintain balance, but also a sense of urgency, because it helps us see people as Jehovah sees them. He says in First Timothy that he wants all kinds of people to be saved, and "all kinds" includes people who are uninterested or opposed.
Jehovah knows that people can change and wants them to. This helps us see them the same way, even when they tell us they can't; to see them as possibilities for changing circumstances or seeing life differently in the future. This brings them closer to Jehovah and helps us see them as we do.
PAID ATTENTION TO THE PROPHECIES
8. What effect did knowing the prophecies have on Jesus?
Knowing the Bible's prophecies had a profound effect on Jesus, as he knew his ministry would last only three and a half years and that he would die in a specific way. This knowledge motivated him to make the most of his time, preaching enthusiastically to complete the work Jehovah had entrusted to him.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Knowing that his ministry would be short, knowing the prophecies led him to preach diligently to fulfill the work God had entrusted to him.
It's striking that when Jesus learned of the prophecies and what was going to happen to him, he didn't hold back. He knew he was going to die and what it would be like, but that didn't intimidate him; on the contrary, it was even more intense. He had to fulfill some prophecies that he knew were his responsibility to carry out, and that gave him great courage to do so.
Of course, Jesus knew the prophecies; he was probably the one who even passed on the prophecies about himself to Daniel, and then told them to his apostles in Luke. He was very aware of this; he knew how much time he had left, and he wanted to make the most of it.
9. Why do biblical prophecies motivate us to preach enthusiastically?
Bible prophecies motivate us to preach with enthusiasm because they help us understand that we live in the last days of this system. Seeing prophecies fulfilled, such as the conflict between the king of the north and the king of the south, or the vision of the statue in the book of Daniel, convince us that God's Kingdom is about to intervene. This knowledge compels us to preach with urgency, knowing that Jehovah will soon establish his Kingdom.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
By understanding these prophecies, we know that this system has very little time left. For example, knowing the prophecy in Daniel 11:40 about the king of the South and the king of the North, and what is happening and will eventually happen, compels us to preach with urgency.
Daniel's prophecy also mentions the seventh power, which would be the dual power of the United States and England. They are the feet of iron and clay. It's true that we've been waiting for a while, but we know this is the last.
We must value the enormous privilege we have of having all this useful information. It should serve as a source of encouragement to continue preaching. Knowing that we are living in a unique moment in history and knowing what will happen should motivate us not to tire and to continue searching for the deserving in the land.
10. In what other ways can Bible prophecies motivate us to preach with enthusiasm?
Bible prophecies motivate us to preach with enthusiasm because they contain hopeful promises we long to share with others. They remind us that Jehovah has a wonderful purpose for humanity and that this message is for everyone.
They also encourage us by showing us that Jehovah can help anyone change. Furthermore, knowing that we are participating in the fulfillment of prophecies, such as the one in Mark 13:10 about the worldwide preaching, makes us feel privileged.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Knowing that Jehovah is there to help us in the hour of preaching, because he can help change anyone.
We have the experience of a sister from Hungary, who spoke about the prophecy of Isaiah 11:6-9. When referring to people who were like lions becoming as gentle as bulls, she mentioned that this motivates her to preach to everyone, because all people can change.
As Sister Carrie mentions, knowing all the problems people face and knowing the wonderful future Jehovah promises us should undoubtedly motivate us to continue preaching.
Everything depends on the importance we give to preaching and our perspective. If we see preaching as a way to save lives and change people's lives, these prophecies will motivate us even more to preach with enthusiasm, knowing that we are in the last days and that we can help save others.
One of the prophecies that can motivate us the most is that of the resurrection. Talking about this topic with people is undoubtedly a wonderful thing.
We can also be motivated by Psalm 37:11, which says that the meek are the ones who will live forever, because there truly are people who still have a good heart, and that motivates us to continue preaching.
Isaiah 11:6-9 taught Leila that Jehovah can help anyone change. And that encourages us to keep preaching, even to those who seem unwilling to listen.
One prophecy that can encourage us is about the end of disease, and this is something we can share regularly, for example, with doctors, at the pharmacy, or when they ask us, "So how are you feeling so encouraged?" We can respond, "Well, because I have this hope for the future, when disease will soon be no more."
The prophecy of Daniel 2:44 mentions that all governments on earth will come to an end; that is, all the barriers that divide humanity, such as racism and discrimination, will be broken. Knowing this prophecy—that there will be a single government that will rule the entire earth and that it will be one country—encourages us to continue preaching and serving Jehovah.
The text in Micah 4:4 says that each person will sit under his own vine and under his own fig tree, and no one will make him afraid. Nowadays, even going out at night can be frightening, and crime is on the rise. Just thinking that there will come a time when no one in the world will be suffering motivates me to share this message.
HE TRUSTED THAT JEHOVAH WOULD HELP HIM
11. Why did Jesus need to trust in Jehovah to continue preaching with enthusiasm? (Luke 12:49, 53)
Jesus needed to trust in Jehovah because he knew his message would cause division and strong opposition, as Luke 12:49, 53 indicates. Although he preached with respect, his teaching generated controversy, especially among the religious leaders, who came to hate him to the point of trying to kill him on several occasions.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Because he knew that applying the Kingdom message would cause strong opposition and that his life would be in danger. John 10:31, 39 says that once again the Jews persecuted him and tried to capture him, but he managed to free himself. The religious leaders hated him for the message he preached, and so Jesus needed to continue trusting in Jehovah.
When he said in John 8:16 that he was not alone, but the Father who had sent him was with him.
12. How did Jesus prepare his disciples to continue preaching despite opposition?
Jesus prepared his disciples by reminding them that they could trust Jehovah to help them. He assured them that although they would face persecution, they would not be alone, for Jehovah would give them the right words through his Holy Spirit. He also taught them to be prudent and cautious, explaining that they should not force anyone to hear the message. He also advised them to flee if they were persecuted.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
On the one hand, he warned them not to be taken by surprise by this opposition. In Matthew, we read how he clearly told them they would be brought before governors and kings, but he also assured them that, at that moment, the Spirit of his Father would speak through them and that they would not be alone.
He also advised them that, when pursued, they should flee if necessary. Sometimes there's no need to expose themselves to further danger, so we should be cautious in that regard as well.
That didn't mean he didn't trust Jehovah; in fact, he preached enthusiastically, but he didn't expose himself unnecessarily to danger. We also see this in John 11:54, when the Sanhedrin wanted to kill him, but he fled.
We know that Jesus was perfect; he could have trusted himself and perhaps emerged unscathed, but he didn't. Furthermore, he surely thought about the well-being of his friends and companions, and this undoubtedly resonated deeply with his disciples.
In Luke 10:3, he warned them that they would be like lambs among wolves, meaning they would have to be very careful, because people would behave like true predators. They would be merciless and cruel toward them. Thus, he prepared them to be wary of such people, to be cautious, and not expose themselves to such danger unnecessarily.
13. Why can you be sure that Jehovah will help you?
We can be confident that Jehovah will help us preach with enthusiasm despite opposition, because Jesus prayed for his followers. In that prayer, he asked Jehovah to protect the apostles and all who accepted the message they preached—including us.
The book of Acts shows that Jehovah responded by helping the apostles preach boldly in the face of persecution. Therefore, we can trust that Jehovah will continue to support us in the same way.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Thanks to Jesus' prayer, where he says, "I pray for them; I do not pray for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours," we know that Jehovah heard this prayer. We see how, in the book of Acts, God helped the apostles preach with enthusiasm, despite persecution.
Jesus asked his Father to take care of those who put faith in the message, and that includes us. And we see how it is being fulfilled.
The book of Acts is a clear example of the opposition they suffered. Jesus was killed, people began attacking them, and they had to form the Christian congregation. However, we see the help of the Holy Spirit, how they organized themselves, and how Jehovah's hand is evident, watching over and protecting them.
Jesus' disciples saw firsthand that, despite persecution, they could continue to prosper, improve, and share their message with others because they had God's help.
Because the organization recently informed us that Eritrea and Russia have recently released people from captivity. This shows us that, thanks to their prayers to Jehovah, they have been able to cope with this situation. Furthermore, some of them have managed to gain followers during their imprisonment. Therefore, Jesus asked Jehovah to protect those who put their faith in the message preached by the apostles.
Sometimes we may doubt ourselves. We don't feel well, we make mistakes, and we may not feel sure Jehovah is listening to us. This is human, and it happens sometimes. But because we are confident that Jesus Christ is heard, knowing that he has prayed for us gives us comfort.
14. Why are we confident that we can continue preaching with enthusiasm? (See also the image.)
We are confident that we will be able to continue preaching with enthusiasm because Jesus assured us that even when we face difficulties or persecution, Jehovah will provide the help we need.
Just as in the first century, when God's servants were able to fully preach the message even in adverse situations, today we can also trust that Jehovah will give us the strength and wisdom to continue.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
We are confident because we fully trust in Jehovah, since Jesus assured us that we will have the necessary help.
It encourages us greatly to know that Jehovah is very interested in this work we are doing, that He will give us the strength and ability to speak when we fail for words, and that we are pleasing to Him.
If at any time, while preaching in front of a door, we do not feel very strong, we can ask Jehovah at that moment to help us, and we will see the result.
It also helps us greatly to see that this has already happened in other countries and that there are brothers who, although they could not preach freely, have been able to continue declaring the Good News of Jehovah because they trusted in Him.
In the image, we see how the brothers who are also serving in countries where their work may be banned find ways to bear that witness and maintain that enthusiasm, even if it has to be more discreet. But they don't stop doing it because they know it's very important.
Although the image is of countries where preaching is not allowed freely, it also teaches us a lesson: we can take advantage of any circumstance. We have to be in operational mode, so to speak, during our daily lives.
Today we can continue preaching with enthusiasm because we are completing the work He has determined; that is, we are within Jehovah's purpose, and we are confident that He will help us in this important work.
ILLUSTRATION
Even when they cannot preach freely, the brothers maintain their enthusiasm and seek discreet ways to share their faith. (See paragraph 14.)
IT WAS POSITIVE
15. How do we know that Jesus had a positive attitude toward preaching?
Jesus was confident that there would be people who would listen to the good news, and that positive attitude helped him continue preaching enthusiastically. At the end of the year 30, Jesus saw that there were many people willing to hear the message and compared them to a field that was white, ready for harvest.
About a year later, he told his disciples, "The harvest is plentiful." Jesus always kept in mind that there were many people who would accept his message, and when someone did, he was very happy.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Jesus was always certain that there would be people willing to hear the good news. In John 4:35, he compared a great crowd eager to hear the message to a white field ripe for harvest. Later, in Matthew 9:37, he told his disciples, "The harvest is plentiful; pray the Lord of the harvest, that he may send out laborers."
As we see, Jesus strove to be positive, because we saw earlier that many didn't pay attention to him; most didn't listen to him, but he didn't notice those who didn't listen, but rather those who had a heart willing to listen. That's why he saw the field as white.
Luke 10:21 shows how Jesus felt when those who responded well to the message sided with Jehovah. He felt very happy, and that helped him maintain that enthusiasm.
Matthew 11:25 says, "For you have hidden these things from the learned and learned, and revealed them to little children." It says that moved Jesus, and it should move us too.
16. What comparisons did Jesus use to convey a positive attitude toward preaching? (Luke 13:18-21; see also the image.)
Jesus used two comparisons in Luke 13:18-21 to convey a positive attitude toward preaching. First, he compared the Kingdom message to a mustard seed that grows into a large tree, indicating that many people would accept the good news and that nothing would stop its spread. Second, he compared it to yeast, suggesting that the good news would spread to many parts of the earth, gradually but significantly transforming people.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
One of them is that the message of the Kingdom would be like a mustard seed, which in itself is very small, but grows into a very large tree. By this, he meant that many people would accept this message, and that nothing could stop them.
Another comparison is that of yeast, which causes dough to expand. Jesus used this to illustrate preaching: the good news would be like yeast, and the people who received the message would multiply, like dough that rises as it ferments.
Regarding that example Jesus also gave, that of yeast: sometimes you add it to a recipe, but the effect isn't immediate or visible. However, over time, you see that the dough has grown. Something similar happens with preaching: we sow, we add "yeast," and over time, perhaps we can see the results.
The image shows that these sisters have the same attitude as Jesus: they are positive, and it shows in their smiles. Perhaps no one will listen during their shift, but they have the confidence that, at some point, someone will listen.
The image not only highlights the attitude we see in the sisters, but also that of the multitude of brothers, both young and older. The young people in particular display a very positive attitude toward preaching. This demonstrates their enthusiasm for this work and also motivates those who are a little older.
These examples that Jesus gave encourage us a lot because it is true that now, in the last days, it is more difficult to find people who perhaps have an immediate reaction to the good news, who suddenly change their whole life.
We have many experiences of people who, for example, see shopping carts day after day and, one day, stop. Or of people who are preached to over and over again, and one day they start to listen. So that "leaven" sometimes acts slowly.
We must remember that our preaching may not have immediate results, but over time the effects become visible. We often enjoy seeing students in our own congregation, and that reminds us that preaching still works.
In the picture, you can see that everyone is doing their own thing and no one is paying attention to the sign. However, the sisters' attitude remains positive, even though no one is looking at them at the moment. This is how we show our positivity by maintaining a good posture next to the stroller and showing on our faces that what we're carrying is good, conveying that enthusiasm.
ILLUSTRATION
Two sisters are preaching with their carts in a busy area. Many people pass by the carts without stopping.
Like Jesus, we remain confident that some people will accept the message. (See paragraph 16.)
17. What reasons do we have to maintain a positive attitude toward the ministry?
We have many reasons to maintain a positive attitude toward the ministry. One of them is seeing the results Jehovah is achieving around the world. Millions of people attend the memorial, study the Bible, and hundreds of thousands are baptized and join in the preaching work each year. Although we don't know how many more people will accept the message, we know that Jehovah is gathering a great crowd who will survive the great tribulation.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Seeing all that is being achieved worldwide thanks to preaching, millions of interested people attend the commemoration. For example, in Spain, more than 208,000 people attended the commemoration last year. This means there are interested people, and this motivates us to preach with even greater enthusiasm.
It's interesting that when we talk about focusing on results, we're not referring to our results, or how many brothers we have in the study, or how many we bring to the commemoration, but rather to something global. So, if we view preaching as a global thing, it will be much easier to see that potential and be enthusiastic.
The paragraph says that Jehovah, the Lord of the harvest, continues to see great potential for growth. If Jehovah sees this, if he sees the hearts, then we simply need to continue to maintain a positive attitude toward preaching.
18. What do we want people to notice?
We want people to notice that we preach with the same enthusiasm and courage as Jesus, just as the apostles did, whose attitude led others to realize they had been with Jesus. Seeing us preach with zeal, we want them to recognize that we are true disciples of Christ.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
We want people to notice, when we are preaching, that we do so with the same enthusiasm as Jesus.
Acts 4:13 illustrates this very well, because those who were watching the apostles, when they heard how they spoke, realized they were with Jesus. So when they hear us speak, when they see our enthusiasm and even the way we express ourselves, let them say, "Jehovah's Witnesses have something special."
WHAT WOULD YOU ANSWER?
How did Jesus view preaching, and how can we imitate him?
Jesus saw preaching as the most important work his Father had entrusted to him. He didn't treat it as a secondary task, but as his life priority. To imitate him, we must have that same vision: see preaching as the most valuable activity in our service to God, remain active in it, and look for ways to participate with greater enthusiasm, even when we don't see immediate results.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
In one of the paragraphs it was said that, for Jesus, this work was his priority in life.
If we believe that Jehovah wants this work to be done now, there is nothing better than being able to collaborate with Him and Jesus Christ in accomplishing this task.
Whatever our assignment, whatever our privileges, let us continue to see the preaching work as what it is: the connecting link in our ministry, and thus see people as Jehovah sees them, as people who can be saved.
How did Jesus show his trust in Jehovah, and how can we imitate him?
Jesus demonstrated his trust in Jehovah by courageously continuing to preach despite strong opposition and hatred from the religious leaders. We can imitate that trust by relying on Jehovah for guidance through prayer, studying his word, and maintaining faith that he will strengthen us in any circumstance.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Jesus demonstrated trust in Jehovah through prayer and obedience, and we can imitate him by being faithful in our preaching and in our Christian responsibilities, even when we face opposition or difficulties.
Jesus was happy when someone accepted the truth. We too can imitate him when we are happy to see someone change their life and do what Jehovah wants them to do.
What attitude did Jesus have toward preaching, and how can we imitate him?
Jesus had a positive and hopeful attitude toward preaching. Although not everyone accepted the message, he continued forward, convinced that some would. We can imitate that attitude by maintaining hope that more people will accept the message, by rejoicing in any positive response, and by remembering that we are participating in a work directed by Jehovah, with results.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Jesus was positive; he knew there were many people who could respond to the message. That attitude was what helped him continue preaching and persevering. We can imitate him by adopting that same positive attitude.
Jehovah still sees great potential in the ministry. So that should motivate us to view the ministry with a positive attitude.
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