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"It saddened me a little," says Esperandio, who had been the coordinator of the body of elders in his congregation.  But he acknowledge, "I needed more time to care for my failing health."  As we might expect, Esperandio continues to serve Jehovah faithfully and to be a blessing to his congregation.   

What about longtime traveling overseers who have made the transition to other forms of service?  Allan, who served as a traveling overseer for 38 years, admits,  "When I found out, I felt numb."  Still, he  recognized the benefits of training younger men for the work, and he continues to serve faithfully.  

Russell, who served as traveling overseer and a field instructor for a total of 40 yeas, says that initially he and his wife were disappointed.  "We appreciated our privilege very much and felt that we had the stamina to continue."  Russell and his wife are using their training and experience in the local congregation, to the joy of their publishers who serve with them.

Even if you have not personally experienced feelings like those mentioned earlier, an account in 2 Samuel may help you to understand those who have. 

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