CONTINUE SHOWING APPRECIATION FOR OUR ORGANIZATION

 What is one way in which elders can show they appreciate God's organization? When receiving direction, elders need to read it carefully and then apply it to the best of their ability. For instance, they receive guidance not only on how present meeting parts and how to offer prayers for the congregation but also on how to care for Christ's sheep. Elders who follow organizational direction help those under their care to feel secure and loved.

When we receive direction from the elders, we should follow it willingly. By doing so, we will make it easier for those taking the lead to do their work.  The Bible encourages us to be obedient and submissive to those who take the lead. (Read Hebrews 13:7, 17) That can be a challenge at time. Why? Because these men are imperfect. However, if we focus on their negative qualities rather than on their positive traits, we will, in effect, be aiding our enemies. In what way? We will be undermining trust in God's organization, which is what our opposers have set out to do. What specifically can we do to identify and reject the negative propaganda of our enemies? 

Next time: DO NOT LET OTHERS WEAKEN YOU APPRECIATION

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