Where does one begin the pursuit of wisdom and discipline? Solomon answers: "The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of knowledge. Wisdom and discipline are what mere fools have despised." (Proverbs 1:7) Knowledge begins with the fear of Jehovah. Without knowledge there can be no wisdom or discipline. The fear of Jehovah,then, is the start of wisdom and discipline. -Proverbs 9:10; 15:33.
The fear of God is not a morbid dread of him. Rather, it is a profound reverence and awe. There can be no true knowledge without this fear. Life is from Jehovah God, and life is, of course, essential for our having any knowledge. (Psalm 36:9; Acts 17:25, 28) Furthermore, God created all things; so all human knowledge is based on a study of his handiwork. (Psalm 19:1, 2; Revelation 4:11) God also inspired his written Word, which is "beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for setting things straight, for disciplining in righteousness." (2 Timothy 3:16, 17) Thus, the focal point of all true knowledge is Jehovah, and a person seeking it must have a reverential fear of him.
Of what value are human knowledge and worldly wisdom without the fear of God? The apostle Paul wrote: "Where is the wise man? Where the scribe? Where the debater of this system of things? Did not God make the wisdom of the world foolish?" (1 Corinthians 1:20) Lacking godly fear, a worldly wise person draws wrong conclusions from known facts and ends up a 'mere fool.'
Next time: A "Necklace to Your Throat"
The Watchtower, 1999
3.10.2012
Proverbs for the Wise
The Biblical proverbs, however, are not only for the inexperienced and the young. They are for anyone wise enough to listen. "A wise person will listen and take in more instruction," says King Solomon, "and a man of understanding is the one who acquires skillful direction, to understand a proverb and a puzzling saying, the words of wise persons and their riddles." (Proverbs 1:5, 6) A person who has already acquired wisdom will increase his learning by giving attention to the proverbs, and a man of understanding will sharpen his ability to steer his life successfully.
A proverb often expresses a profound truth in very few words. A Biblical proverb may take the form of a puzzling saying. (Proverbs 1:17-19) Some proverbs are riddles-perplexing and knotty statements that require unraveling. A proverb may also contain similes, metaphors, and other figures of speech. Understanding these takes time and meditation. Solomon, the composer of so many proverbs, certainly grasped the nuances of understanding a proverb. In the book of Proverbs, he undertakes the task of imparting that ability to his readers, something to which a wise person would want to pay attention.
Next time: The Beginning That Leads to the Goal
The Watchtower, 1999
A proverb often expresses a profound truth in very few words. A Biblical proverb may take the form of a puzzling saying. (Proverbs 1:17-19) Some proverbs are riddles-perplexing and knotty statements that require unraveling. A proverb may also contain similes, metaphors, and other figures of speech. Understanding these takes time and meditation. Solomon, the composer of so many proverbs, certainly grasped the nuances of understanding a proverb. In the book of Proverbs, he undertakes the task of imparting that ability to his readers, something to which a wise person would want to pay attention.
Next time: The Beginning That Leads to the Goal
The Watchtower, 1999
Success and Moral Cleanness - How?
The objective of the book of Proverbs is explained in its opening words: "The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, the king of Israel, for one to know wisdom and discipline, to discern the sayings of understanding, to receive the discipline that gives insight, righteousness and judgment and uprightness, to give to the inexperienced ones shrewdness, to a young man knowledge and thinking ability." -Proverbs 1:1-4.
What a lofty purpose "the proverbs of Solomon" are to serve! They are "for one to know wisdom and discipline." Wisdom involves seeing things as they are and using that knowledge to solve problems, attain certain goals, avoid or avert dangers, or to help others to do so. "In the Book of Proverbs," states one reference work, " ' wisdom' signifies skillful living - the ability to make wise choices and live successfully." How important it is to acquire wisdom! -Proverbs 4:7.
The proverbs of Solomon also provide discipline. Do we need this training? In the Scriptures, discipline conveys the sense of correction, reproof, or chastisement. According to one Bible scholar, it "denotes the training of the moral nature, involving g the correcting of waywardness toward folly." Discipline, whether self-imposed or administered by others, not only restrains us from engaging in wrongdoing but also motivates us to change for the better. Yes, we do need discipline if we want to remain morally clean.
The purpose of the proverbs then is two-fold-to impart wisdom and to provide discipline. Moral discipline and mental ability have numerous facets. Righteousness and justice, for instance, are moral qualities, and they help us to adhere to Jehovah's high standards.
Wisdom is a blend of many factors, including understanding, insight, shrewdness, and thinking ability. Understanding is the ability to see into a matter and discern its composition by grasping the connections between its parts and the whole, thus getting the sense of it. Insight calls for knowledge of reasons and an appreciation for why a certain course is right or wrong. For example, a man of understanding can discern when someone is heading in a wrong direction, and he may instantly warn him of the danger. But it takes insight on his part to comprehend why the person is gravitating in that direction and to come up with the most effective way to rescue him.
Shrewd people are prudent-not gullible. (Proverbs 14:15) They are able to foresee evil and prepare for it. And wisdom enables us to formulate wholesome thoughts and ideas that give purposeful direction in life. The study of Biblical proverbs is indeed rewarding because they were recorded so that we may know wisdom and discipline. Even "inexperienced ones" who pay attention to the proverbs will gain shrewdness, and "a young man," knowledge and thinking ability.
Next time: Proverbs for the Wise
The Watchtower, 1999
What a lofty purpose "the proverbs of Solomon" are to serve! They are "for one to know wisdom and discipline." Wisdom involves seeing things as they are and using that knowledge to solve problems, attain certain goals, avoid or avert dangers, or to help others to do so. "In the Book of Proverbs," states one reference work, " ' wisdom' signifies skillful living - the ability to make wise choices and live successfully." How important it is to acquire wisdom! -Proverbs 4:7.
The proverbs of Solomon also provide discipline. Do we need this training? In the Scriptures, discipline conveys the sense of correction, reproof, or chastisement. According to one Bible scholar, it "denotes the training of the moral nature, involving g the correcting of waywardness toward folly." Discipline, whether self-imposed or administered by others, not only restrains us from engaging in wrongdoing but also motivates us to change for the better. Yes, we do need discipline if we want to remain morally clean.
The purpose of the proverbs then is two-fold-to impart wisdom and to provide discipline. Moral discipline and mental ability have numerous facets. Righteousness and justice, for instance, are moral qualities, and they help us to adhere to Jehovah's high standards.
Wisdom is a blend of many factors, including understanding, insight, shrewdness, and thinking ability. Understanding is the ability to see into a matter and discern its composition by grasping the connections between its parts and the whole, thus getting the sense of it. Insight calls for knowledge of reasons and an appreciation for why a certain course is right or wrong. For example, a man of understanding can discern when someone is heading in a wrong direction, and he may instantly warn him of the danger. But it takes insight on his part to comprehend why the person is gravitating in that direction and to come up with the most effective way to rescue him.
Shrewd people are prudent-not gullible. (Proverbs 14:15) They are able to foresee evil and prepare for it. And wisdom enables us to formulate wholesome thoughts and ideas that give purposeful direction in life. The study of Biblical proverbs is indeed rewarding because they were recorded so that we may know wisdom and discipline. Even "inexperienced ones" who pay attention to the proverbs will gain shrewdness, and "a young man," knowledge and thinking ability.
Next time: Proverbs for the Wise
The Watchtower, 1999
3.09.2012
GAIN WISDOM AND ACCEPT DISCIPLINE
JEHOVAH GOD is the Grand Instructor of his people. He educates them not only about himself but also about life. (Isaiah 30:20; 54:13; Psalm 27:11) To the nation of Israel, for example, Jehovah gave prophets , Levites - especially the priests-and other wise men to serve as teachers. (2 Chronicles 35:3; Jeremiah 18:18) The prophets taught the people about God's purposes and attributes and outlined the right course to take. The priests and Levites had the responsibility of teaching Jehovah's Law. And the wise men, or elders,provided sound counsel on the matter of day-to-day living.
Solomon, son of David, was outstanding among the wise men of Israel. ( 1 Kings 4:30, 31) Upon seeing his glory and riches, one of the most distinguished visitors, the queen of Sheba, confessed: "I had not been told the half. You have surpassed in wisdom and prosperity the things heard to which I listened." (1 Kings 10:7) What was the secret of Solomon's wisdom? When he became king of Israel in 1037 B.C.E., Solomon prayed for "wisdom and knowledge." Being pleased with his request, Jehovah gave him knowledge, wisdom and an understanding heart. ( 2 Chronicles 1:10-12; 1 Kings 3:12) No wonder Solomon came to "speak three thousand proverbs" ( 1 Kings 4:32) Some of these, along with "the words of Agur" and those of Lemuel the king," were recorded in the Bible book of Proverbs. (Proverbs 30:1; 31:1) The truths expressed in these proverbs reflect God's wisdom and are eternal. (1 Kings 10:23, 24) To anyone desiring a happy and successful life, they are as indispensable today as they were when first uttered.
Next time: Success and Moral Cleanness - How?
The Watchtower, 1999
Solomon, son of David, was outstanding among the wise men of Israel. ( 1 Kings 4:30, 31) Upon seeing his glory and riches, one of the most distinguished visitors, the queen of Sheba, confessed: "I had not been told the half. You have surpassed in wisdom and prosperity the things heard to which I listened." (1 Kings 10:7) What was the secret of Solomon's wisdom? When he became king of Israel in 1037 B.C.E., Solomon prayed for "wisdom and knowledge." Being pleased with his request, Jehovah gave him knowledge, wisdom and an understanding heart. ( 2 Chronicles 1:10-12; 1 Kings 3:12) No wonder Solomon came to "speak three thousand proverbs" ( 1 Kings 4:32) Some of these, along with "the words of Agur" and those of Lemuel the king," were recorded in the Bible book of Proverbs. (Proverbs 30:1; 31:1) The truths expressed in these proverbs reflect God's wisdom and are eternal. (1 Kings 10:23, 24) To anyone desiring a happy and successful life, they are as indispensable today as they were when first uttered.
Next time: Success and Moral Cleanness - How?
The Watchtower, 1999
Rich Blessings From God
Deliberately making an empty promise is dishonest and might be likened to writing a check without having funds in the bank to cover it. But what rewards and blessings we receive for keeping our promises! One blessing for being trustworthy is a good conscience. (Compare Acts 24:16) Instead of nagging feelings of remorse, we feel satisfied and at peace. Moreover, by keeping our word, we contribute to the unity of the congregation, which depends on mutual trust. Our "truthful speech" also recommends us as ministers of the God of truth.-2 Corinthians 6:3, 4, 7.
Jehovah is true to his word, and he hates "a false tongue." (Proverbs 6:16, 17) By imitating our heavenly Father, we draw closer to him. Surely, then, we have good reason for keeping our promises.
Next time: GAIN WISDOM AND ACCEPT DISCIPLINE
The Watchtower, 1999
Jehovah is true to his word, and he hates "a false tongue." (Proverbs 6:16, 17) By imitating our heavenly Father, we draw closer to him. Surely, then, we have good reason for keeping our promises.
Next time: GAIN WISDOM AND ACCEPT DISCIPLINE
The Watchtower, 1999
3.08.2012
Other Ways to Keep Our Promises
How should we view promises we make to those who are not fellow Christians? "Let your light shine before men," said Jesus"that they may see your fine works and give glory to your Father who is in the heavens." (Matthew 5:16) By proving that we honor our word, we may attract others to our Christian message. Despite the worldwide decline in standards of honesty, most people still value integrity. Keeping our promises is one way to display love for God and neighbor and to appeal to lovers of righteousness. -Matthew 22:36-39; Romans 15:2.
During their 1998 service year, Jehovah's Witnesses spent over a billion hours publicly declaring the good news of God's Kingdom. (Matthew 24:14) Some of this preaching may have fallen on deaf ears if we have not kept our word in business dealings or in other matters. Since we represent the God of truth, people rightly expect us to act honesty. By being trustworthy and honest, we "adorn the teaching of our Savior, God, in all things." -Titus 2:10.
In our ministry, we have opportunities to keep our word when we return to visit those who express interest in the Kingdom message. If we say that we will call back, we should do so. Returning as we have promised is a way 'not to hold back good from those to whom it is owing.' (Proverbs 3:27) One sister explained the matter this way: "On several occasions, I have met interested individuals who said that a Witness had promised to call back but had not done so. Of course, I know that the householders may not have been at home or that circumstances may have made it impossible to return. But I wouldn't like anyone to say that of me, so I do my utmost to find the person at home again. I believe that if I let someone down, it will reflect badly on Jehovah and my brothers as a whole."
In some cases, we may not feel inclined to return because we conclude that the person is not really interested. The same sister explains: "I don't try to judge the amount of interest. My own experiences has taught me that first impressions are often wrong. So I try to be positive, viewing each person as a potential brother or sister."
In the Christian ministry and in many other areas, we need to show that our word can be trusted. True, some things are more easily said than done. The wise man noted: "A multitude of men will proclaim each one his own loving-kindness, but a faithful man who can find?' (Proverbs 20:6) With determination, we can be faithful and true to our word.
Next time: Rich Blessings From God
The Watchtower, 1999
During their 1998 service year, Jehovah's Witnesses spent over a billion hours publicly declaring the good news of God's Kingdom. (Matthew 24:14) Some of this preaching may have fallen on deaf ears if we have not kept our word in business dealings or in other matters. Since we represent the God of truth, people rightly expect us to act honesty. By being trustworthy and honest, we "adorn the teaching of our Savior, God, in all things." -Titus 2:10.
In our ministry, we have opportunities to keep our word when we return to visit those who express interest in the Kingdom message. If we say that we will call back, we should do so. Returning as we have promised is a way 'not to hold back good from those to whom it is owing.' (Proverbs 3:27) One sister explained the matter this way: "On several occasions, I have met interested individuals who said that a Witness had promised to call back but had not done so. Of course, I know that the householders may not have been at home or that circumstances may have made it impossible to return. But I wouldn't like anyone to say that of me, so I do my utmost to find the person at home again. I believe that if I let someone down, it will reflect badly on Jehovah and my brothers as a whole."
In some cases, we may not feel inclined to return because we conclude that the person is not really interested. The same sister explains: "I don't try to judge the amount of interest. My own experiences has taught me that first impressions are often wrong. So I try to be positive, viewing each person as a potential brother or sister."
In the Christian ministry and in many other areas, we need to show that our word can be trusted. True, some things are more easily said than done. The wise man noted: "A multitude of men will proclaim each one his own loving-kindness, but a faithful man who can find?' (Proverbs 20:6) With determination, we can be faithful and true to our word.
Next time: Rich Blessings From God
The Watchtower, 1999
Keeping Our Promise Builds Trust
If promises to God should not be taken lightly, the same can be said about those we make to fellow Christians. We should not treat Jehovah one way and our brothers another way. ( Compare 1 John 4:20) In his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus said: "Just let your word Yes mean Yes, and your No, No." (Matthew 5:37) Making sure that our word is always trustworthy is one way to 'work what is good toward those related to us in the faith.' (Galatians 6:10) Every promise we keep builds trust.
The damage done by breaking a promise is often magnified when money is involved. Whether paying back a loan, performing a service, or fulfilling a commercial agreement, a Christian should honor his word. This pleases God and cements the mutual trust that is so essential if brothers are to "dwell together in unity." -Psalm 139:1.
Failure to abide by agreements, however, can harm the congregation as well as the individuals directly involved. A traveling overseer observes: "Business disputes - invariably caused by agreements that at least one party considers dishonored - often become public knowledge. As a result, brothers take sides, and the atmosphere in the Kingdom Hall may become tense." How important it is to consider carefully whatever agreement we make and put the matter in writing!
Caution should also be exercised when selling costly products or recommending investments, especially if we personally profit from the transaction. Likewise, there is a need to be very careful not to exaggerate the benefits of certain articles or health products or to promise unrealistic returns on investments. Love should move Christians to explain fully any risks involved. (Romans 12:10) Since most brothers have limited business experience, they may trust our advice simply because we are related to them in faith. How tragic it would be if this trust were undermined!
As Christians, we cannot adopt business practices that are dishonest or that ignore the legitimate interest of others. (Ephesians 2:2, 3; Hebrews 13:18) To have Jehovah's favor as 'guests in his tent,' we must be trustworthy. 'Even if we have sworn to what is bad for us, we do not alter.' -Psalm 15:1, 4.
Judge Jephthah of Israel vowed that if God gave him victory over the Ammonites, he would give to Jehovah as a burnt offering the first one who met him after returning from battle That one turned out to be Jephthahs only child, but he did not go back on his word. With his daughter's heartfelt agreement, he offered her for permanent service at God's sanctuary - a sacrifice that undoubtedly was painful and costly in various ways. -Judges 11:30-40.
Especially do congregation overseers have a responsibility to abide by their agreements. According to 1 Timothy 3:2, an overseer should be "irreprehensible." This is the rendering of a Greek term meaning "not able to be taken hold of, irreproachable, beyond reproach." It "implies not only that the man is of good report, but that he is deservedly so." (A Linguistic Key to the Greek New Testament) Since an overseer must be irreprehensible, his promises should always be reliable.
Next time: Other Ways to Keep Our Promises
The Watchtower, 1999
The damage done by breaking a promise is often magnified when money is involved. Whether paying back a loan, performing a service, or fulfilling a commercial agreement, a Christian should honor his word. This pleases God and cements the mutual trust that is so essential if brothers are to "dwell together in unity." -Psalm 139:1.
Failure to abide by agreements, however, can harm the congregation as well as the individuals directly involved. A traveling overseer observes: "Business disputes - invariably caused by agreements that at least one party considers dishonored - often become public knowledge. As a result, brothers take sides, and the atmosphere in the Kingdom Hall may become tense." How important it is to consider carefully whatever agreement we make and put the matter in writing!
Caution should also be exercised when selling costly products or recommending investments, especially if we personally profit from the transaction. Likewise, there is a need to be very careful not to exaggerate the benefits of certain articles or health products or to promise unrealistic returns on investments. Love should move Christians to explain fully any risks involved. (Romans 12:10) Since most brothers have limited business experience, they may trust our advice simply because we are related to them in faith. How tragic it would be if this trust were undermined!
As Christians, we cannot adopt business practices that are dishonest or that ignore the legitimate interest of others. (Ephesians 2:2, 3; Hebrews 13:18) To have Jehovah's favor as 'guests in his tent,' we must be trustworthy. 'Even if we have sworn to what is bad for us, we do not alter.' -Psalm 15:1, 4.
Judge Jephthah of Israel vowed that if God gave him victory over the Ammonites, he would give to Jehovah as a burnt offering the first one who met him after returning from battle That one turned out to be Jephthahs only child, but he did not go back on his word. With his daughter's heartfelt agreement, he offered her for permanent service at God's sanctuary - a sacrifice that undoubtedly was painful and costly in various ways. -Judges 11:30-40.
Especially do congregation overseers have a responsibility to abide by their agreements. According to 1 Timothy 3:2, an overseer should be "irreprehensible." This is the rendering of a Greek term meaning "not able to be taken hold of, irreproachable, beyond reproach." It "implies not only that the man is of good report, but that he is deservedly so." (A Linguistic Key to the Greek New Testament) Since an overseer must be irreprehensible, his promises should always be reliable.
Next time: Other Ways to Keep Our Promises
The Watchtower, 1999
3.07.2012
Keeping Our Promises to God
Our dedication to God is undoubtedly the most important promise we can make. By taking this step, we demonstrate that we want to serve Jehovah forever. While God's commandments are not burdensome, it may not always be easy to do his will, living as we do in this wicked system of things. (2 Timothy 3:12; 1 John 5:3) But once we have 'put our hand to the plow' and have become dedicated servants of Jehovah and disciples of his Son, Jesus Christ, we should never look back at the the things of the world that we have left behind. - Luke 9:62.
When we pray to Jehovah, we may feel moved to promise him that we will fight to overcome a weakness, cultivate a Christian quality, or increase some aspect of our theocratic activity. What will help us follow through on these promises? - Compare Ecclesiastes 5:2-5.
Sincere promises stem from the heart as well as the mind. Therefore, let us back up to our promise to Jehovah by opening our heart to him in prayer, honestly expressing our fears, desires and weaknesses. Praying about a promise will strengthen our resolve to keep it. We could look on our promise to God as debts. When debts are large, payment has to be made gradually. Likewise, many promises we made to Jehovah will take time to fulfill. But by regularly giving him what we can,we show that we mean what we say, and he will bless us accordingly.
We can demonstrate that we take out promise seriously by praying about them often, perhaps each day. This will show our heavenly Father that we are sincere. It will also serve as a regular reminder. David left us a fine example in this regard. In song, he beseeched Jehovah: "Do hear, O God, my entreating cry. Do pay attention to my prayer. . . .I will make melody to your name forever, that i may pay my vows day after day." -Psalm 61:1, 8.
Next time: Keeping Our Promise Builds Trust
The Watchtower, 1999
When we pray to Jehovah, we may feel moved to promise him that we will fight to overcome a weakness, cultivate a Christian quality, or increase some aspect of our theocratic activity. What will help us follow through on these promises? - Compare Ecclesiastes 5:2-5.
Sincere promises stem from the heart as well as the mind. Therefore, let us back up to our promise to Jehovah by opening our heart to him in prayer, honestly expressing our fears, desires and weaknesses. Praying about a promise will strengthen our resolve to keep it. We could look on our promise to God as debts. When debts are large, payment has to be made gradually. Likewise, many promises we made to Jehovah will take time to fulfill. But by regularly giving him what we can,we show that we mean what we say, and he will bless us accordingly.
We can demonstrate that we take out promise seriously by praying about them often, perhaps each day. This will show our heavenly Father that we are sincere. It will also serve as a regular reminder. David left us a fine example in this regard. In song, he beseeched Jehovah: "Do hear, O God, my entreating cry. Do pay attention to my prayer. . . .I will make melody to your name forever, that i may pay my vows day after day." -Psalm 61:1, 8.
Next time: Keeping Our Promise Builds Trust
The Watchtower, 1999
Jehovah's Promises and Our Future
Our hope, our faith, and out very life all depend on the fulfillment of Jehovah's promises. What hope do we cherish? "There are new heavens and a new earth that we are awaiting according to [God's] promise, and in these righteousness is to dwell." (2 Peter 3:13) The Scriptures also give us a basis for faith that "there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous." (Acts 24:15) And we can be sure that there is something more than this present life. Indeed, what the apostle John calls "the promised thing" is "the life everlasting." (1 John 2:25) But the promises of Jehovah is his Word are not limited to the future. They give meaning to our everyday lives right now.
The psalmist sang: "Jehovah is near to all those calling upon him, . . .and their cry for help he will hear." (Psalm 145:18, 19) God also assures us that "he is giving to the tired one power; and the one without dynamic energy he makes full might abound." (Isaiah 40:29) And what comfort it is to know that 'God will not let us be tempted beyond what we can bear, but along with the temptation he will also make the way out!' (1 Corinthians 10:13) if we have personally experienced the fulfillment of any of these promises, we know that Jehovah can be trusted absolutely. In view of the benefits we derive from the many promises that God makes and keeps, how should we view our promises to him?
Next time: Keeping Our Promises to God
The Watchtower, 1999
The psalmist sang: "Jehovah is near to all those calling upon him, . . .and their cry for help he will hear." (Psalm 145:18, 19) God also assures us that "he is giving to the tired one power; and the one without dynamic energy he makes full might abound." (Isaiah 40:29) And what comfort it is to know that 'God will not let us be tempted beyond what we can bear, but along with the temptation he will also make the way out!' (1 Corinthians 10:13) if we have personally experienced the fulfillment of any of these promises, we know that Jehovah can be trusted absolutely. In view of the benefits we derive from the many promises that God makes and keeps, how should we view our promises to him?
Next time: Keeping Our Promises to God
The Watchtower, 1999
3.06.2012
Jehovah Fulfills His Promises
We worship a God whose very name is bound up with the fulfillment of his promises. In Bible times a name often made a statement about the person. This is also true of the name Jehovah, which means "He Causes to Become." Thus the divine name encompasses the thought that God will fulfill his promises and accomplish his purposes.
True to his name, Jehovah kept every promise he made to the ancient nation of Israel. Regarding these promises, King Solomon acknowledged: "Blessed by Jehovah, who has given a resting-place to his people Israel according to all that he has promised. There has not failed one word of all his good promise that he has promised by means of Moses his servant." -1 Kings 8:56.
The trustworthiness of Jehovah is such that the apostle Pual could reason: "When God made his promise to Abraham, since he could not swear by anyone greater, he swore to himself." (Hebrews 6:13) Yes, Jehovah's very name and person are a guarantee that he will not renege on his promises, even though they may cost him dearly. (Romans 8:32) The fact that Jehoah fulfills his promises give us hope that is an anchor for our soul, or life. -Hebrews 6:19.
Next time: Jehovah's Promises and Our Future
The Watchtower, 1999
True to his name, Jehovah kept every promise he made to the ancient nation of Israel. Regarding these promises, King Solomon acknowledged: "Blessed by Jehovah, who has given a resting-place to his people Israel according to all that he has promised. There has not failed one word of all his good promise that he has promised by means of Moses his servant." -1 Kings 8:56.
The trustworthiness of Jehovah is such that the apostle Pual could reason: "When God made his promise to Abraham, since he could not swear by anyone greater, he swore to himself." (Hebrews 6:13) Yes, Jehovah's very name and person are a guarantee that he will not renege on his promises, even though they may cost him dearly. (Romans 8:32) The fact that Jehoah fulfills his promises give us hope that is an anchor for our soul, or life. -Hebrews 6:19.
Next time: Jehovah's Promises and Our Future
The Watchtower, 1999
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