WHEN RECEIVING THEOCRATIC DIRECTION

 Consider an experience that highlights a benefit that comes from walking by faith. In Peru, although the Spanish language is widely spoken, many householders speak indigenous languages. One of these is Quechua. For a number of years, Quechua-speaking brothers and sisters searched for those who spoke Quechua in the territory. However, in order to comply with government regulations, adjustments were made in the method of reaching people. (Romans 13:1) As a result, some wondered whether it would hinder the work in the territory. Because the brothers adhered to the adjustments, Jehovah blessed their efforts to locate man Quechua-speaking people.

Kevin, an elder in a Quechua-speaking congregation, was among those concerned. He explains: "I thought, 'How will we not find people who speak Quechua?" What did Kevin do? He says: "I called to mind Proverbs 3:5. And I thought about Moses. He was to lead the Israelites out of Egypt and into what seemed like a dead ed, making them an easy target for the Egyptians, still he obeyed, and Jehovah blessed his obedience in an impressive way. " (Exodus 14:1, 2,9-11, 21, 22) Kevin was willing to adjust his ministry. What was the result? He says: "I was amaze at how Jehovah blessed us. Previously, we would walk a lot in the ministry and sometimes find only one or two Quechua-speaking people. Now we focus on territories that have a concentration of those who speak Quechua. As a result, we have more conversations, return visits, and Bible studies. Our meeting attendance has increased." Yes, when we walk by faith, we are always rewarded by Jehovah. 

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