Build Friendships Before the End Comes - SHOW LOYAL LOVE

The prophet Jeremiah proved to be a true friend in times of distress.  For instance, after the court official Ebed-melech rescued Jeremiah from certain death in a miry cistern, Ebed-melech feared that the  princes would harm him.  When Jeremiah learned about it, he did not remain silent, hoping that his friend would somehow cope on his own. Although Jeremiah was imprisoned, he did what he could by sharing Jehovah's comforting promise with his friend Ebed-melech. - JEREMIAH 38:7-13; 39:15-18.

 Today, our brothers and sisters face a variety of challenges.  For instance, many suffer from natural or man-made  disasters.  When that happens, some of us may be able to welcome these friends into our home.  Others may be able to help financially. But all of us can ask Jehovah to help our brothers and sisters.  If we learn that a brother or sister is discouraged, we may not know what to say or how to react.  But all of us have much to offer.  For example, we can make time to be with our friend. We can listen sympathetically when he or she speaks. And we can share our favorite comforting scripture.  (Isaiah 50:4)  What matters most is that you are there with your friends when they need you. - Read PROVERBS 17:17. 

We must be determined to build and maintains strong relationships with  our brothers and sisters now. Why?  Because our enemies try to divide us by means of lies and misinformation.  They will try to turn us against one another. But their efforts will be wasted.  They will be unable to break our bonds of love. Nothing they do will disrupt the friendships we have formed. In fact, these friendships will last not only through the end of this system but for eternity. 

Next time: Prepare Now for Persecution

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