THE FAMILY AND YOUR FUTURE

Jesus was raised in a godly family and, as an adult, showed a son's proper concern for his mother. (Luke 2:51, 52; John 19:26) However, Jesus' prime objective was to fulfill God's will, and for him this  included opening up the way for humans to enjoy everlasting life. This he did when he offered his perfect human life as a ransom for sinful mankind. -Mark 10:45; John 5:28, 20. 

After Jesus' death, Jehovah raised him to heavenly life and gave him great authority, eventually installing him as King in the heavenly Kingdom. (Matthew 28:18; Romans 14:9; Revelation 11:15)  Jesus' sacrifice made it possible for some humans to be selected to rule with him in that Kingdom.  It also opened the way for the rest of righthearted human kind to enjoy perfect life on an earth restored  to paradisaic conditions.  (Revelation 5:9, 10; 14:1, 4; 21:3-5; 22:1-4)  One of the greatest privileges we have today is to tell this glorious good news to our neighbors. -Matthew 24:14. 

As the apostle Paul showed, living a life of godly devotion holds the promise that people can inherit those blessings in the life "which is to come."  Surely, this is the very best way to find happiness! Remember , "the world is passing away and so is its desire, but he that does the will of God remains forever."  (1 John 2:17) Hence, whether you are a child or a parent, a husband or a wife, or a single adult with or without children, strive to do God's will. Even when  you are under pressure or are faced with extreme difficulties, never forget that you are a servant of God.  Thus, may your actions bring joy to Jehovah.  (Proverbs 27:11) And may your conduct result in happiness for you now and everlasting life in the new world to come!

Next time: Faith in God -Should it call for a miracle?

From the book: Watchtower, 1997