Learn to Be Content

"A day in your courtyards is better than a thousand elsewhere," says the Levite.  "I have chose to stand at the threshold in the house of my God rather than to move around in the tents of wickedness." (Psalm 84:10)  He appreciated that spending even one day at Jehovah's house is an inestimable privilege. And the Levite had far more than one day to serve the temple.  His contentment with is privileges made him sing for joy. 

What about us? Do we count our blessings, or do we tend to forget  what we already have in Jehovah's service?  Because of their devotion to him, Jehovah has entrusted to his people a wide range of privileges and duties.  These include the heavier responsibilities  of oversight, shepherding, teaching, and various features of the full-time service. But they also involve other precious things having to do with Jehovah's worship.

For example, consider the Christian ministry.  The apostle Paul likens our privilege of preaching the good news to our having a "treasure in earthen vessels." (2 Corinthians 4:7) Do you look upon such service as a priceless treasure?  Jesus Christ, who spearheaded Kingdom-preaching activity, viewed it that way, setting the pattern.  (Matthew 4:17) "Since we have this ministry . . ., we do no give up," said Paul. -2 Corinthians 4:1. 

Next time: Conclusion of: Learn to Be Content

From the Watchtower magazine, 1997