Jehovah, Our Father, Loves Us Dearly - OUR FATHER WILL NEVER ABANDON US

We see proof of Jehovah's love for us in the way he responded to the problems that first arose within his earthly family.  When Adam disobeyed his heaven Father, he lost his place in Jehovah's happy family, both for himself and for his descendants.  (Romans 5:12; 7:14)  Jehovah, however, stepped in to help.

Jehovah punished Adam, but he did not leave Adam's unborn offspring without hope.  He immediately promised that obedient humans would be brought back into his family. (Genesis 3:15; Romans 8:20, 21)  Jehovah arranged for this on the basis of the ransom sacrifice of his beloved Son, Jesus.  By giving his Son in our behalf, Jehovah proved how dearly he loves us. - JOHN 3:16.

Though we are imperfect, Jehovah wants us in his family, and he never considers us to be a burden.  We may disappoint him or stay awhile, but Jehovah does not give up on us. Jesus illustrated the depth of Jehovah's fatherly care with the story of his son who was lost. (Luke 15:11-32) The father in that illustration never stopped hoping that his son would return.  When the son made his way home, his father eagerly welcomed him back. If we have strayed from Jehovah but are repentant, we can be sure that our heavenly Father is read to welcome us back. 

Our Father will repair all the damage caused by Adam's rebellion, Jehovah purposed to adopt 144,000 individuals from among mankind who will serve as kings and priests in heaven with his Son.  Jesus and those associate rulers will help obedient humans to come to perfection in the new world.  After they pass a final test of obedience, God will grant them everlasting life.  Our Father will then have the satisfaction of seeing the earth filled with his perfect sons and daughters. What a glorious time that will be!

Jehovah has shown that he loves us dearly. He is the ideal Father. He hears our prayers and provides what we need, both materially and spiritually.  He trains and supports us.  He also has wonderful blessings in store for us.  It warms our heart to know that our Father loves us and cares for us! Our next article will discuss ways that we, as his children, can respond to his love.

Next time:We Love Jehovah, Our Father, Dearly

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