SA43 - "He Will Make You Strong" - How?

Introduction:

• The article focuses on finding strength in challenging situations through reliance on Jehovah's power.
• Faithful individuals in the Bible, like David, Samson, and Paul, were strong because Jehovah empowered them.

Receiving Power from Jehovah:

• Emphasizes the need for personal effort to receive Jehovah's power.
• Prayer and studying God's Word highlighted as key ways to receive strength.
• Jonah's example illustrates the importance of prayer and reflection on Scriptures during trials.

Real-Life Experiences:

• Zhiming from Taiwan's health challenges and family opposition demonstrate the power gained through prayer and study.
• Suggestions given for alternative ways to receive spiritual provisions, like listening to audio recordings or watching videos on jw.org.

Support from Fellow Worshippers:

• Importance of support from fellow worshippers discussed, drawing on Mary's example of seeking help when faced with a weighty assignment.
• Real-life experiences, such as Dasuri from Bolivia caring for her terminally ill father, highlight the strength gained through the support of Christian brothers and sisters.
• Elders mentioned as gifts from Jehovah to provide strength, encouraging individuals to share concerns with them.

Deriving Strength from Hope:

• Emphasizes the power of Bible-based hope in facing trials, using Paul's example and focus on the hope of eternal life.
• Real-life experiences, like Tihomir from Bulgaria coping with the death of his brother, illustrate how meditating on the hope of the resurrection can provide strength.
• Practical suggestions given for strengthening hope, including reading about the Paradise and meditating on life in the new world.

Conclusion:

• Encourages individuals to approach Jehovah in earnest prayer, seek guidance through personal study, accept encouragement from fellow believers, and keep their hope clear and bright to endure with patience and joy..

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