THE SAMARITANS GOT BAPTIZED - Conclusion

 Those Samaritans could have allowed prejudice or a lack of knowledge to prevent them from progressing. But they did not let that happen. The Samaritans did not delay getting baptized after they were convinced that Philip had taught them the truth. The Bible account explains: "When they believed Philip, who was declaring the good news of the Kingdom of God and of the name of Jesus Christ, both men and women were getting baptized. " (Acts 8:12) Are you convinced that God's Word is the truth and that Jehovah's Witnesses overcome prejudice and endeavor to show one genuine love -the identifying mark of true Christians? (John13:34) Then take decisive action, confident that Jehovah will bless you. 

Ruben, from Germany, grew up in a family of Witnesses.  However, as a youth he had doubts about Jehovah's existence. How did he overcome his doubts? Realizing that he lacked knowledge, he decided to do something about it. He said: "In my personals study, I needed to face my doubts. I had to study the topic evolution several times." He read a book Is There a Creator Who Cares About You? That publication had tremendous effect on Rube. He thought himself. 'Wow! Jehovah is real,' And during a visit to word headquarters, Ruben deepened his appreciation for the miracle of our united international brotherhood. When he returned to Germany, Ruben got baptized at age 17. If you have doubts about what you have learned, face them by doing research in our publications. Doubts can be overcome with accurate knowledge." (Ephesians 4:13, 14) And as you hear reports about the love and unity among Jehovah's people in other parts of the world and see evidence of it in your own congregation, your appreciation for our worldwide brotherhood will grow. 

Next time: SAUL OF TARSUS GOT BAPTIZED

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