We Must Be Holly in All Our Conduct -Conclusion of BEWARE OF COMPROMISE

We may not face as severe a test as that experienced by Aaron and his family. But what if we were invited to attend and participate in a church wedding of a non-Witness relative?  No explicit Scriptural command forbid us to attend, but are there Bible principles involved in making such a decision?

Our determination to prove ourselves holy to Jehovah under the circumstances just mentioned may puzzle our non-Witness relatives.  (1 Peter 4:3, 4) Of course, we try to avoid offending them, but it is usually best to speak with them in a kind, though, straightforward, way.  Perhaps this could be done well in advance of the event.  We could thank them and say that we are pleased that they invited us to participate in the wedding. Then we might say that because of the religious issues  involved, our participation could interfere with the happiness of their special day and might be a source of embarrassment to them and others attending.  This is one way  that we could avoid compromising or beliefs and faith.

Next time: We Must Be Holy in All Our Conduct - UPHOLD JEHOVAH'S SOVEREIGNTY

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