HOW JESUS CHRIST CAN HELP US

More Help in the Near Future

Deteriorating world conditions are clear evidence that we are living in the critical time period that was to precede the outbreak of "the great tribulation."  Right now, a great crowd out of all nations, tribes, peoples and tongues are 'washing their robes and making them white in the blood of the Lamb.'   (Revelation 7:9, 13, 14; 2 Timothy 3:1-5) By exercising faith in Jesus' ransom sacrifice, they are receiving forgiveness of their Sins and are being helped to come into a close relationship  with God-in fact, becoming his friends. -James 2:23.

The Lamb, Jesus Christ, "will shepherd [survivors of the great tribulation] and will guide them to fountains of waters of life.  And God will wipe out every tear from their eyes."  (Revelation 7:17) Christ will then carry his duties as High Priest to completion.  He will help all of God's friends to benefit fully from the "fountains of waters of life" -spiritually, physically,mentally and emotionally.  What Jesus started in 33 C.E. and what he has continued from heaven ever since will then be carried out to perfection.

 Never give up, therefore, in showing deep appreciation for all that God and Christ have done-and are doing-for us.   The apostle Paul urged:  "Always rejoice in the Lord. . . . Do not be anxious over anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving let your petitions be made known  to God; and the peace of God that excels  all thought will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus." -Philippians 4:4, 6, 7.

There is a significant way to show your appreciation for Jesus Christ, our Helper in heaven.  After sundown on Wednesday, April 19, 2000, Jehovah's Witnesses around the world will gather to observe the Memorial of Christ's death.  (Luke 22:19)  This will be an opportunity to deepen your appreciation for Christ's ransom sacrifice.  You are most warmly invited to attend (If  you miss it, you can call the Jehovah's Witnesses Meeting Hall and they will tell you when the next one will be)  and hear how God's marvelous arrangement for salvation through Christ can benefit you eternally.  Please check with Jehovah's Witnesses  locally for the exact time and place of this special meeting.

Next time: 'O GOD, SEND OUT YOUR LIGHT

Watchtower, 2000