HOW WE BENEFIT NOW -Conclusion

 Another way that we benefit from the ransom right now is that we can a close, personal relationship with Jehovah. As mentioned in the preceding article, when we were born, we did not have a relationship with God. But because of the ransom, we can enjoy "peace with God can therefore draw close to him. - Read ROMANS 5:1; JAMES 2:13.

Consider just on aspect of our relationship with Jehovah-the privilege of prayer. Jehovah hears not only the public prayers of his people when they are gathered together but also the private prayers of each one of us. Prayer can calm our heart and give us peace of mind, but it is far more than just good therapy. It can deepen our friendship with God. (Psalm 65:2; James 4:8; 1 John 5:14) While on earth, Jesus prayed frequently because he knew that Jehovah was listening and that prayer would keep his relationship with his Father strong,  (Luke 5:16) How grateful we are that, on the basis of Jesus' sacrifice, we can be Jehovah's friends and even speak to him in prayer!

Next time: HOW WE CAN BENEFIT IN THE FUTUREE

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