A Portent Of Things To Come

The powerful works that Jesus performed on earth were just foregleams of even grander blessings to come under his kingly rule. In God's new world, Jesus will once again work miracles-but on a global scale! Consider some of the thrilling prospects ahead.

Jesus will restore the earth's ecology to perfect balance. Recall that he demonstrated control of natural forces by calming a windstorm. Surely, then, under Christ's Kingdom rule, mankind will have no need to fear being harmed by typhoons, earthquakes, volcanoes or other natural disasters. Since Jesus is the Master Worker, whom Jehovah used to create the earth and all life on it, he fully understands the makeup of the earth. He knows how to use its resources properly. Under his rule, this entire earth will be turned into Paradise. -Luke 23:43.

What about mankind's needs? Jesus' ability to feed thousands bountifully, using only a few meager provisions, assures us that his rule will bring freedom from hunger. Indeed, an abundance of food, distributed fairly, will end hunger forever. (Psalm 72:16) His mastery over sickness and disease tells us that sick, blind,deaf, maimed and lame people will be healed-completely and permanently. (Isiah 33:24; 35:5, 6) His ability to resurrect the dead ensures us that his mightiness as a heavenly King includes the power to resurrect the countless millions whom his Father is pleased to remember. -John 5:28, 29.

As we reflect on the power of Jesus, let us keep in mind that his Son perfectly imitates his Father. (John 14:9) Jesus' use of power thus gives us a clear picture of how Jehovah uses power. For example, think about the tender way that Jesus healed a certain leper. Moved with pity, Jesus touched the man and said: "I want to." (Mark 1:40-42) By means of accounts such as this, Jehovah is, in effect, saying, 'That is how I use my power!' Are you not moved to praise our Almighty God and give thanks that he uses his power is such a loveing way?

Next time: "Become Imitators Of God" In Your Use Of Power

Draw Close To Jehovah, 2002