Find Comfort in Jehovah's Approval

 "I have approved of you." - LUKE 3:22.

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HOW reassuring it is to know that Jehovah approves of his people as a group! The Bible says: "Jehovah takes pleasure in his people." (Psalm 149:4) At times, however, some get so discouraged that they may wonder, 'Does Jehovah approve of me personally?' A number of Jehovah's faithful worshippers in Bible times had moments when they struggled with such thoughts. - 1 SAMUEL 1:6-10; JOB 29:2, 4; PSALM 51:11. 

The Bible clearly shows that imperfect humans can gain Jehovah's approval, or goodwill. How? We must exercise faith in Jesus Christ and get baptized. (John 3:16) We thus demonstrate publicly that we have repented of our sins and made a promise to God to do his will. (Acts 2:39; 3:19) Jehovah is delighted when we take these steps to cultivate a relationship with him. As long we continue to do our best to live up to our dedication vow. Jehovah approves of us and considers us his close friends. -PSALM 25:14. 

Next time: WHY SOME MAY FEEL THAT JEHOVAH DOES NOT APPROVE OF THEM?

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