21 Application: Those who show loyal love to others sometimes need encouragement themselves. Years after Jonathans death, David still continued to show loyal love to Jonathans son Mephibosheth.1Sam. Psalm 136:1-26 What does this psalm teach us about Jehovahs loyal love? Why did Naomi conclude that Jehovah was opposing her? That includes the animals. What fact about loving-kindness is underscored by the Bible accounts discussed in this article? How can it be said that Jehovah alone is loyal? (b)What is the best way to learn what loyalty entails, and why? Truly, in the righteous new world that Jehovah will bring, obedient mankind will experience his loyal love forever.Revelation 21:3,4. Pr 21:21. Explain how Jehovahs dealings with Israel highlight his loyalty. Consider some examples. The individual actions of many Witnesses was commendable and Watchtower holds up this part of their history in great esteem. What happened? 19. He longs to see these departed faithful ones again, and the Bible confirms that his purpose is to reward them with a resurrection. Indeed, God's loyal ones "make known to the sons of men his mighty acts and the glory of the splendor of his kingship." (Matthew 5:44,45) Because of Gods love for the world of mankind, even his enemies can repent, turn to him, and attain to life. Have not both humans and angels at times displayed remarkable loyalty? During 1939, World WarII started in Europe. 2 These proverbs mention three reasons why we should show loyal love. How well does Jehovah provide for the needs of every living thing? He does not love the company, but he is happy to have a job that provides a paycheck. Gods Word clearly shows that any last-minute use of his name by the wicked has always proved to be in vain.Proverbs 1:28,29; Micah 3:4; Luke 13:24,25. What gave Ruth the strength she needed to carry on? 15-16. Therefore, it was human kindness. ; 24:10) This is in line with the apostle Pauls admonition: Speak consolingly to those who are depressed, support the weak, be patient toward all.1Thess. 12:25, ftn. Indeed, we may ask: Is there any ruler who cares for all his subjects so much that he quickly comes to the aid of each one in times of trouble? On the contrary, loyalty, or loyal love, has the stability and strength to overcome the most daunting of obstacles. Despite all of this, Naomi said: Jehovah made me return empty-handed. With those words, Naomi did not even acknowledge the support of Ruth, who was standing next to her. 10. 12. . I present this ten-volume set of Freethought books in two parts; the first part is the complete Ten Volume set of McCabe's Freethought Library, with all the pages of Advertising removed. How does he do so? (a) What characteristics of God's loving-kindness stand out in his Word? Despite all of this, Naomi said: Jehovah made me return empty-handed. With those words, Naomi did not even acknowledge the support of Ruth, who was standing next to her. Note how she expressed her feelings about God: The hand of Jehovah has turned against me. The Almighty has made life very bitter for me. She also said: It is Jehovah who opposed me and the Almighty who caused me calamity.Ruth 1:13, 20,21. 16, 17. NIV Numbers 14:1 That night all the people of the community raised their voices and wept aloud. (Proverbs 12:25) Or consider the many Witnesses of Jehovah who faithfully drive the elderly to the Kingdom Hall to attend weekly congregation meetings. They do so primarily by praising him or by speaking well of him. God's greatest demonstration of loyal love was in the sacrifice of his son, Jesus, for the redemption of humanity. The second part, after page 343, is the same complete Ten Volume set, including all the advertising as . (Psalm 136:23,26). King David wrote: To you [Jehovah] the eyes of all look hopefully, and you are giving them their food in its season. Loyally, Jehovah keeps such ones very much alive in his memory. 18 Loving-kindness is still a mark of Gods people, including the men who shepherd Gods flock. Moreover, millions of Bible study aids continue to be published in over 300 languages. . And a book of remembrance began to be written up before him for those in fear of Jehovah and for those thinking upon his name. (Malachi 3:16) It pleases Jehovah very much when his loyal ones speak well of him, and he remembers them. I'll show you my likeness one day. 15 We can learn a number of fine lessons by examining how Ruth helped Naomi. As described at Isaiah 32:1, 2, what will caring elders provide? No, indeed, for Psalm 145 says: Jehovah is near to all those calling upon him, to all those who call upon him in trueness. Bethuel willingly cooperated with Abrahams servant, and so did Rebekah. Jehovah helped them to understand that the primary issue, involving the whole universe, relates to Jehovahs rightful sovereignty. As Genesis chapter47 relates, Jacob was then living in Egypt, and the days approached for [him] to die. (Ge 47 Verses27-29) He was concerned because he was going to die outside the land that God had promised to Abraham. How does Jehovah show appreciation for the loyalty of his servants? How grateful Naomi must have been that Ruth and Boaz did not give up on her! Examining Jehovah Gods example will help us to display those qualities. 18. (Dan. The Jew, who sinned against the light of his revelation, will have a severer retribution than the Gentile who only sinned against the light of his own conscience; and the nations of Christendom who have rejected the gospel will incur a darker doom than the native . 21 Now more than ever before is the time for those who fear Jehovah to call upon him in trueness. His loyal ones delight to use his name in their prayers and in the comments they make at their meetings. He did not turn against his distraught servant. 17. 17. The blessings that Jehovah loyally extends to his faithful servants are everlasting. Consider Michal, Davids first wife. 14 Loyal love goes beyond what is expected. ^ par. The most outstanding feature of that sign is the work Jesus foretold for all of Gods loyal ones when he said: This good news of the kingdom will be preached in all the inhabited earth for a witness to all the nations; and then the end will come. (Matthew 24:3-14) Because Gods loyal ones are zealously fulfilling that prophecy, over six million men, women, and children are now sharing in this grand, never-to-be-repeated work. What lessons about loyal love can we learn from the individuals featured in that book? 4,5. (Revelation 4:11) Still, because he is loyal, Jehovah treasures our faithful acts.Malachi 3:16,17. When we observe how those in need regain their spiritual strength, we feel deep joy. Such timely and warm commendation will give the brothers and sisters the strength they need to carry on.Read Isaiah 32:1,2. Next, Bethuel expressed his loving-kindness by adding: Here is Rebekah before you. And everything he does will succeed. (Psalm 1:3) Imagine a luxuriant tree whose foliage never withers! But Ruth stuck with her. (Ruth 1:7-14) By choosing to return, Orpah was following Naomis instructions, doing what was expected. (Ruth 1:16,17) Ruth chose to stick with Naomi, not because she had to, but because she wanted to. 4 As we learned in the preceding article, Jehovah reserves his loyal lovehis enduring feelings of loving attachmentfor those who love him and serve him. Abbe Joseph Lemann, a Jew, 1886 The League of Nations is a Jewish idea. They love their brothers and sisters, and they are eager to do whatever they can to help them. But the points in this article apply equally to brothers. How do we benefit from showing loyal love? Or would the servants long journey have been in vain? What was the result? Third, pursuing loyal love leads to future blessings, including everlasting life. How can we apply these lessons in our congregation?b. Who would be in a better position to make sure that his wish would be carried out than his influential son, Joseph? 12 As noted earlier, the Bible tells us that Jehovahs loyal love endures forever. (Psalm 136:1) How is this so? GOD is love. (1John 4:8) That heartwarming phrase proves that Jehovahs way of ruling is based on love. The desire of those fearing him he will perform, and their cry for help he will hear, and he will save them. (b)How does loyalty differ from faithfulness? The marriage took place, and when Ruth later gave birth, the women of Bethlehem cried out: A son has been born to Naomi. (Ruth 4:14,17) Ruth truly was an excellent woman, who thus was rewarded by Jehovah with the wonderful privilege of becoming an ancestress of Jesus Christ.Ruth 2:12; 3:11; 4:18-22; Matthew 1:1, 5,6. What special aspect of love does Jehovah show for those who are in a dedicated relationship with him? 10. 2 Jehovah shows love for his true worshipers in a precious, lasting way. Second, by showing loyal love, we benefit ourselves. This book, produced by the faithful and discreet slave and published by Jehovahs Witnesses, focuses on Jehovah Gods marvelous qualities, including those mentioned in Psalm 145. (a)What motivates someone to show loyal love? Some suffer from chronic illness or because of bereavement. 17:17. opposed me, but now she exclaimed with joy: Jehovah . Gods loyal ones take delight in discussing his mighty acts, Jehovahs servants courageously help strangers to learn about the glory of his kingship, Jehovah provides food for every living thing, Animals: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabrceno, Jehovah gives strength and guidance to his loyal ones, who seek his help in prayer, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom1980, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom (Study)2021, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom1990, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom2004. . 17 The spiritual food that Jehovah provides is not only timely but also richly satisfying. His counsel was esteemed as if it were the direct word of Jehovah. Draw Close to Jehovah, Share Third, pursuing loyal love leads to future blessings, including everlasting life. Second, by showing loyal love, we benefit ourselves. 14 Loyal love goes beyond what is expected. 9, 10. Willingly and gently, Ruth helped her mother-in-law to regain her emotional and spiritual balance. How can we imitate the examples of Boaz and Ruth in showing loyal love to others? What activity helps us to identify Gods loyal ones? It also moves us to make sacrifices in order to help them. Just as Ruth stuck with Naomi, kindhearted brothers and sisters today willingly stick with those in the congregation who are despondent or depressed. 16 Be persistent. Deal with one another in loyal love and mercy.ZECH. How is spiritual food being provided today? 4 Loyalty as used in the Hebrew Scriptures is kindness that lovingly attaches itself to an object and does not let go until its purpose in connection with that object is realized. They use the divine name in private conversations. Just as Ruth stuck with Naomi, kindhearted brothers and sisters today willingly stick with those in the congregation who are despondent or depressed. ^ par. I will not look down angrily on you, for I am loyal. (Jeremiah 3:12) As noted in Chapter25, however, most of the Israelites were not moved. And Jehovah moved Boaz to encourage her. But Ruth stuck with her. (Ruth 1:7-14) By choosing to return, Orpah was following Naomis instructions, doing what was expected. | Consider the example of David. Continue Showing Loyal Love to One Another, Publication download options 13 We gain further insight into loyal love by considering what happened to Naomi after the death of her husband and two sons. (Dan. (Proverbs 27:11) Unlike Satan, who slanders Jehovah and his way of ruling, Jehovahs loyal ones continue to declare publicly: Jehovah is righteous in all his ways.Psalm 145:17. At one point his tumultuous reign was beset by intrigue, with members of his own nation plotting against him. We read: Orpah kissed her mother-in-law and departed. Jehovah is guarding all those loving him, but all the wicked ones he will annihilate.Psalm 145:18-20. 9. How do two Bible examples cited here illustrate the difference between human kindness and loving-kindness? Along the way, however, three times Naomi urged the women to return to Moab. Because loyalty is an expression of lovesomething that inanimate things cannot display. On the contrary, they aver that they show their respect through less demonstrative methods manifesting their allegiance, by their simple obedience to the country's laws, 7 by not engaging in anti-government activities of any kind, 8 and by paying their taxes and dues to society a self-sucient members of the community. (See paragraphs20-21). 15 For example, most of Jehovahs people now benefit from a fresh and accurate translation of the Bible in their own language. How did Bethuel, Joseph, and Ruth exercise their loving-kindness? (Ps. To deepen our understanding of loyal love, let us see how it compares with loyalty, as that term is commonly used. How can we imitate Jehovah in showing loyal love? And Jehovah moved Boaz to encourage her. Jehovah shows love to all human beings, but he only shows "loyal love" to those who have a special relationship with him. Who? What characteristic of loving-kindness is further highlighted by the three Bible accounts we have considered? Ruths decision was an act of true loyal love. Still, Jehovah did not break his covenant. 2 Then there was Davids personal adviser, Ahithophel. Through them, Jehovah has indeed provided spiritual food in abundance. 9:4) We want to be imitators of God, as beloved children. (Eph. We can imagine that all three rejoiced over that wonderful outcome. Those who showed loyal love did so, not because they had to, but because their hearts impelled them. In what ways does Jehovahs loyal love endure forever? Years after Jonathans death, David still continued to show loyal love to Jonathans son Mephibosheth.1Sam. (Acts 10:34,35; James 4:8) By contrast, human rulers are often seen in the company of prominent people, such as military leaders, wealthy businessmen, or sports and entertainment celebrities. What happened? It will be an all-out attempt on the part of Satan to break the integrity of Gods loyal ones. For years, he expressed annoyance at her for being one of Jehovah's Witnesses. 24 What have we learned from the book of Ruth about loyal love? Indeed, Gods loyal ones make known to the sons of men his mighty acts and the glory of the splendor of his kingship. (Psalm 145:12) Do you seek and take full advantage of opportunities to speak to strangers about Jehovahs kingship? (a)Today, what choice do loving brothers and sisters make? What help did God provide? What will help us not to give up easily? Like the first-century Macedonians, they do more than what is expected. Why? Ruths loyal love was a blessing to Naomi, Human loving-kindness is extended willingly, is shown by specific action, and is displayed to those in need, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom2002, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom2010. (Acts 27:3728:1) Although the Maltese had neither a prior commitment to the stranded voyagers nor an existing relationship with them, the islanders received the strangers hospitably, showing them extraordinary human kindness. (Acts 28:2,7) Their hospitality was kind, but it was incidental and shown to strangers. Since the needy have no authority over the powerful, the loving-kindness shown in such a case is displayed willingly, not under compulsion. What lesson does this account contain? On the contrary, they are all living to him. (Luke 20:37,38) Jehovahs purpose to bring back to life those who are in his memory is powerful evidence of his loyalty. This important aspect of loyal love is mentioned 26 times in Psalm 136. In this article, we will consider what we can learn from the examples of Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz. 2:8) He moved Ruth to reach out and show loyal love to Naomi. (Ruth 2:14-18) What was Naomis reaction to Boaz generosity? What recent example is there of spiritual food that is both timely and richly satisfying? b To benefit fully from this article, we encourage you to read for yourself Ruth chapters1 and2. c Because we are considering the example of Naomi, we refer to sisters in need. 8:3) How pleased Jehovah must be with such a loving spirit!Read Hebrews 13:16. (a)What motivates someone to show loyal love? * Still, loyal love will move us to do our best to stick with her. 7,8. (John 3:16; Romans 5:8) Jehovahs loyalty draws those who, in their hearts, hunger for righteousness. 12:25, ftn. (1Timothy 1:17) It is urgent that people learn about Jehovahs everlasting kingship and take their stand as its supporters. . 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