Are You Reaching the Stature That Belongs to Christ? - JEHOVAH LOVINGLY TEACHES US THE TRUTH

Fathers love their children and want to protect them from being misled or deceived.  Many parents, however, are unable to offer their children proper guidance because they themselves have rejected the standards found in God's Word.  The result is often confusion and frustration.  ( Proverbs 14:12)  Jehovah on the other hand, is "the God of truth."  (Psalm 31:5)  He loves his children  and delights in letting in his light of truth shine forth to guide them in every aspect of their life, particularly  in matters of worship.  (Read Psalm 43:3)  What truth has Jehovah revealed, and how does  this show that he loves us?

First of all,  Jehovah reveals the truth about himself.  He reveals his personal name, which appears more times in the Bible than any other name.  In this way, Jehovah draws close to us, letting us know him.  (James 4:8)  Jehovah also reveals his qualities, the kind of God  he is.  While the observable universe makes manifest his power and wisdom, Jehovah also reveals through the Scriptures his justice and especially his boundless love.  (Romans 1:20) He is like a father who is not merely strong and wise but also fair and loving, making it easier for his children to have a close personal relationship with him.

For our benefit, Jehovah also reveals the truth about us, that is, about our place in his overall arrangement of things. This contributes to peace and order in his universal family.  From the Bible we learn that humans are not created with the right of self-determination, to be independent of God, and that ignoring this fundamental truth will have sad consequences. (Jeremiah 10:23)  This is critically important to our welfare. Only by recognizing God's authority can we enjoy peace and harmony.  How loving of Jehovah that he chooses to reveal this important truth!

A loving father is deeply concerned about the future of his children, wanting them to have a real and meaningful purpose in life.  Regrettably, most people are in the dark about  the future, or they spend their life pursuing goals that bring no lasting benefits.  (Psalm 90:10) As God's children, we feel truly loved because Jehovah has promised us a wonderful future.  that gives genuine meaning and purpose to our life. 

Next time: Are You Reaching the Stature That Belongs to Christ? -JEHOVAH COUNSELS AND DISCIPLINES HIS CHILDREN

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