We Can Succeed

Can we really succeed in doing what is virtuous in God's eyes?  Having inherited imperfection, at times may rages within us a fierce battle between the mind and the flesh-between wanting to do what is virtuous and following our sinful tendencies.  (Romans 5:12; 7:13-23) But the battle can be won with God's help.  (Romans 7:24, 25) Jehovah has provided his Word and Bible-based publications.  By diligent study of the Scriptures and prayerful meditation on them, we can become pure in heart.  From such a pure heart can come forth virtuous thoughts, words, and actions.  (Luke 6:45) Based on the examples of Jehovah God and Jesus Christ, we can build a godly personality.  And we can certainly learn much from individuals who are faithfully serving God today.

The apostle Paul exhorted his readers to "continue considering" virtue and other praiseworthy  things.  Doing this is sure to result in God's blessing.  (Philippians 4:8, 9) With Jehovah's help, we can succeed in cultivating virtue.

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The Watchtower, 2001