THE REWARDS OF KEEPING ON GUARD

 We can be certain that keeping on guard against temptation is worth the effort. Whatever "temporary enjoyment is" sin may offer, living by Jehovah's standards will make us far happier. (Hebrews 11:25; Psalm 19:8) That is because we are designed to live according to his ways. (Genesis 1:27) Thus we will enjoy a clean conscience and keep ourselves in line for everlasting life. - 1TIMOTHY 6:12; 2 TIMOTHY 1:3; JUDE 20, 21.

True, "the flesh is weak." But this does not mean that we are helpless. Jehovah stands ready to give us the needed power. (Read 2 Corinthians 4:7.) Note, however, that is the power beyond what is normal that God provides. The normal power-the effort we put forth from day to day to guard against temptation-is our responsibility to supply. If we do our part, we can be confident that Jehovah will answer our prayers for added strength when we need it. (1 Corinthians 10:13) Yes, with Jehovah's help, we can keep on guard against temptation. 

Next time: Questions From Readers -Is the marking described at 2 Thessalonians 3:14 an action taken by the congregation or by individual Christians? 

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