"When I Am Weak, Then I Am Powerful" - Conclusion of LEARN FROM BIBLE EXAMPLES

Despite the unjust way that he was treated by King Saul, David continued  to show respect for Jehovah's anointed King. (1 Samuel 24:6) David did not blame Jehovah for the bad things that Saul did.  Instead, David relied on Jehovah to give him the strength he needed  to endure this difficult trial. - PSALM 18:1.

The apostle Paul faced a situation similar to that of David. Paul's enemies were vastly more powerful than he was.  Many influential leaders of his day hated him. Often, they had him beaten and thrown into jail.  Like David, Paul was treated badly by people who should have been friends.   Some in the Christian congregation even opposed him. (2 Corinthians 12:11; Philippians 3:18)  But Paul conquered all who fought against him. How? He continued preaching despite opposition. He remained loyal to his brothers and sister even when they disappointed him.  And above all, he was faithful to God to the end of his life. (2 Timothy 4:8) He overcame great odds, not because he was physically strong, but because he relied on Jehovah.

Do you have to deal with insults or persecution from classmates, work associates, or non-witness family members? Have you been treated badly by someone in the congregation?  If so, remember the examples of David and Paul.  You can keep "conquering the evil with the good." (Romans 12:21) Your goal is, not to sink a stone into someone's fore head as David did, but to embed God's Word in receptive minds and hearts. You can achieve that goal by relying on the Bible to answer people's questions, by being respective and kind to those who treat you badly, and by doing good to all, even your enemies. - MATTHEW 5:44; 1 PETER 34:15-17.

Next time: "When I Am Weak, Then I Am Powerful" - ACCEPT HELP FROM OTHERS

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