Are You Ready to "Inherit the Earth"? - READY TO SUBDUE THE EARTH

 When  Jehovah commissioned humans to "fill the earth and subdue it," he indicated that the whole globe would eventually be a paradise.  (Genesis 1:28) That original command awaits those who inherit the earthy. They will not have a paradise to start with though- the garden of Eden no longer exists.  There will be much o do right from the outset in cleaning up areas that are now ruined.  That will certainly be daunting task!

This brings to mind the task the Israelites faced when returning from Babylon.  Their land had basically been uninhabited  for 70 years. But Isaiah foretold that with Jehovah's blessing, they would be able to restore it.  The prophecy stated: "He will make her wilderness like Eden and her desert plain like the garden of Jehovah." (Isaiah 51:3) The Israelites succeeded. Likewise, with Jehovah's blessing, those who will inherit the earth will succeed in subduing it.  And even now you can show that your desire to participate.

One way is by doing what you reasonably can to keep your home and surroundings clean and orderly.  You do that regardless of what your neighbors do. You can expand your role by helping to clean and maintain the local Kingdom Hall.  If your circumstances allow, you can also apply to be a local volunteer to share in disaster relief. You thus show that you are likely ready to assist if there is a need. Ask yourself, 'Might I pick up some skills that I could use if I am blessed to inherit the earth?

Next time: Are You Ready to "Inherit the Earth"? - READY TO ACCOMMODATE THE RESURRECTED

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