PURE WORSHIP WILL NOT BE CORRUPTED

 Why can we be confident that pure worship will not be corrupted, even during the difficult times that are ahead? Because of what we have learned from the Bible about the time period in which we live. This time period differs greatly from the time of ancient Israel and the time of the second-century Christians. So let us look more closely at these time periods: (1) the time of ancient Israel, (2) the time period after the apostles died, and (3) our times, "the times of restoration of all things." - ACTS 3:21.

The time of ancient Israel. Shortly before his death, Moses told the Israelites: "I well know that after my death you will surely act wickedly and turn aside from the way in which I have commanded you." (Deuteronomy 31:29) Moses also warned that if Israel rebelled, the nation would be sent into exile. (Deuteronomy28:35, 36) Did those words come true? Yes, Over the centuries many kings chose a wicked course and led God's people astray. This caused Jehovah to cast off his wicked people and to end the line of earthly kings. (Ezekiel 21:25-27) But faithful Israelites took courage when they saw that God's word had come true. - ISAIAH 55:10, 11. 

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