has not failed in his loyal love. What might have contributed to Naomis changed attitude? What happened in 1914, and what proof is there that God now reigns through the Kingdom of his Son? 15 For example, most of Jehovahs people now benefit from a fresh and accurate translation of the Bible in their own language. He could easily have told Abrahams servant: No, I want to keep my industrious girl close by. (Genesis 24:18-20) Likewise, Joseph was free to decide whether to act on his fathers request or not, for Jacob would be dead and could not compel him to keep his word. 11,12. There a number of Jehovahs saving acts are cited, including the dramatic deliverance of the Israelites through the Red Sea. 10 The account states: So [Jacob] called his son Joseph and said to him: If, now, I have found favor in your eyes, . 1936, Freethinker's Library, by Joseph McCabe. ( Psalm 31:16) Jehovah, the powerful one, is asked to show loving-kindness, or loyal love, to the needy one, David. When Naomi and Ruth arrived in Bethlehem, Naomi met her former neighbors. When Naomi and Ruth arrived in Bethlehem, Naomi met her former neighbors. 15. He was a 1958 graduate of Andover Central School. How can it be said that Jehovah alone is loyal? Explain how Jehovahs dealings with Israel highlight his loyalty. Jehovah understands that oppression can drive the wise one into madness. (Eccl. 3 Regarding Jehovah God, the prophet Samuels mother, Hannah, said: The feet of his loyal ones he guards. (1Samuel 2:9) Who are such loyal ones? 10 How did Jehovah react to Naomis bitter words? 14 Loyal love goes beyond what is expected. Next, Bethuel expressed his loving-kindness by adding: Here is Rebekah before you. 1-2. 6:2) We hope that she will eventually accept our hand of friendship and allow us to help lift her out of despair. By means of the ransomthe greatest demonstration of Jehovahs loyalty. (Psalm 104:14) However, Jehovah sees to it that all their needs are satisfied. Showing loving-kindness, or loyal love, forges warm and lasting bonds with others. (Genesis 50:4,5) Ruth was persistent about going with [Naomi]. (Ruth 1:18) When Naomi suggested that Ruth approach Boaz, loving-kindness moved the Moabitess to declare: All that you say to me I shall do.Ruth 3:1-5. (See paragraphs20-21). We read: Orpah kissed her mother-in-law and departed. 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. 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. 21. Why do we want to keep on showing loyal love to our fellow believers? Obadiah1-4, 10-16 How did Jehovahs loyalty to his people move him to punish the Edomites for their disloyal conduct? None other than Jehovah God. Throughout all his adversity, David knew that indeed there was. He displays this quality in a manner that no creature can match. 18,19. On the contrary, he showed empathy for her. (a)How does Psalm 145 help us to identify Jehovahs loyal ones? 21. Third, pursuing loyal love leads to future blessings, including everlasting life. In social settings and at Christian meetings, what is a common theme of their discussions? (b)How do Gods loyal ones bless him? That scheming opportunist kept stealing the hearts of the men of Israel, setting himself up as a rival king. 23 Naomi finally began to see Jehovahs hand in her life. One indication is found in the book of Revelation in the commands that Jehovah issues to seven angels: Go and pour out the seven bowls of the anger of God on the earth. When the third angel pours his bowl into the rivers and the springs of water, they become blood. (a)Jacob asked his son Joseph to do what for him? Such love is denoted by a Hebrew word translated loving-kindness, or loyal love. King David of ancient Israel deeply appreciated Gods loving-kindness. What lesson does this account contain? The Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society produces religious literature primarily for use by Jehovah's Witnesses.The organization's international writing, artwork, translation, and printery workforce are all baptized Jehovah's Witnesses. Since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, each of us should be grateful that Jehovahs loyal love endures forever.Romans 3:23. (John 21:15-17) I love to make visits at the homes of brothers or call them for no other reason than to show I was thinking of them, says one Christian elder. 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. 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. Willingly and gently, Ruth helped her mother-in-law to regain her emotional and spiritual balance. THE WATCHTOWERSTUDY EDITION November2021, Share For one thing, a man of loving-kindness is dealing rewardingly with his own soul. (Proverbs 11:17) How true! (b)How did Joseph show loving-kindness to his father? 8. 13 Did you notice how Bethuel, Joseph, and Ruth expressed their loving-kindness? Joseph Brodsky<br><br>Out of nowhere with love, the thirteenth martobra,<br>dear, respected, sweet, but never mind<br>even who, for the heck of it, speaking<br>frankly, don't remember already, not yours but<br>and no one's loyal friend greets you with one<br>from five continents, holding on to cowboys;<br>I loved you more than I loved angels and myself.<br>and therefore farther from you now . 11 Loyal love moves us to reach out to those in distress. Is he not Gods chief loyal one? 20 Actually, there are afflicted ones crying for help in every Christian congregation. How does loving-kindness differ from human kindness? Who deserves the credit for all of this? 1. Sorry, there was an error loading the video. A sister in need of assistance may at first refuse our help.c Still, loyal love will move us to do our best to stick with her. Years after Jonathans death, David still continued to show loyal love to Jonathans son Mephibosheth.1Sam. 2 Jehovah shows love for his true worshipers in a precious, lasting way. (a)Today, what choice do loving brothers and sisters make? All this spiritual food has been a blessing to true worshipers around the earth. What must have been painful for Ruth? How will the words of Psalm 145:18-20 prove true in the near future? As described at Isaiah 32:1, 2, what will caring elders provide? Rather, it was because of Jehovahs love for you and because he kept the oath that he had sworn to your forefathers that Jehovah brought you out with a mighty hand, to redeem you from the house of slavery, from the power of Pharaoh king of Egypt.Deuteronomy 7:7,8. (Ruth 1:3-5; 2:1) Those blows caused Naomi to sink deeper and deeper into despair. How did Jehovah react to Naomis bitter words? How is Jehovah loyal in all that he does? What special aspect of love does Jehovah show for those who are in a dedicated relationship with him? Consider the example of David. But we try not to take it personally. (a)Why should we display loving-kindness? This may be the result of such factors as loneliness, discouragement, feelings of unworthiness, disappointment in others, serious illness, or the death of a loved one. (Gal. This is the personal name of God in the Hebrew Bible and is found nearly 7000 times within its pages. Jehovah understands that oppression can drive the wise one into madness. (Eccl. What was the result? 15. Deal with one another in loyal love and mercy.ZECH. (1John 2:15-17; 3:15-17) If not corrected, such pursuits and traits can result in the practice of serious sin and the eventual loss of Jehovahs approval. 12 As noted earlier, the Bible tells us that Jehovahs loyal love endures forever. (Psalm 136:1) How is this so? 2:8) He moved Ruth to reach out and show loyal love to Naomi. But the points in this article apply equally to brothers. How does he do so? The woman he had chosen for his idol the shrine at which his pure devotions of heart and soul were offeredwas a gay and beautiful Creole from New Orleans, who, with her mother, and a young gentleman who appeared in the capacity of friend . (b)What is the best way to learn what loyalty entails, and why? 6 Jehovah's loyal servants can also be identified by their courage and initiative in speaking to people who are not worshipers of the true God. It also moves us to make sacrifices in order to help them. They use the divine name in private conversations. Let us consider a few. TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN MUCH WILL BE REQUIRED; THE QUESTION, THEN, IS WHETHER IT IS BETTER, THAT IT SHALL BE GIVEN OR WITHHELD. Who would be in a better position to make sure that his wish would be carried out than his influential son, Joseph? We read: Orpah kissed her mother-in-law and departed. When Naomi decided to return to Bethlehem in Judah, Ruth displayed loving-kindness and determination, saying: Where you go I shall go, and where you spend the night I shall spend the night. Scribd is the world's largest social reading and publishing site. . In the Bible, expressions of loving-kindness between humans may be based on already existing relationships. Let us consider a few. What lesson does this account contain? (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. 6. (John 3:16; Romans 5:8) Jehovahs loyalty draws those who, in their hearts, hunger for righteousness. 12. Indeed, we have good reasons for heeding Jehovahs reminder: Deal with one another in loyal love and mercy.Zech. Carry on with one another loving-kindness.ZECHARIAH 7:9. For example, when they learn that a natural disaster has occurred, they immediately want to know how they can help. She became so overwhelmed by anguish that she concluded that Jehovah was opposing her. (2Cor. (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. It will be an all-out attempt on the part of Satan to break the integrity of Gods loyal ones. No matter what the cause, all such dear ones have needs that can and should be filled by our willing and enduring acts of loving-kindness.1Thessalonians 5:14. 9, 10. And how Jehovahs servants rejoice in the hope of soon seeing the earth transformed into a physical paradise!Luke 23:42,43. 5 Does Jehovah take note when his loyal ones praise him? 7:9. But Ruth did not give up. As Moses was told, Jehovah will by no means leave the guilty unpunished.Exodus 34:6,7. 20 Give timely encouragement. (2Cor. He does not keep them anxiously awaiting something that he does not intend to bring about. How can we imitate the examples of Boaz and Ruth in showing loyal love to others? (Ruth 1:16,17) Ruth chose to stick with Naomi, not because she had to, but because she wanted to. God is love.. 18 Another example of timely, satisfying spiritual food is the book Draw Close to Jehovah, which was released at hundreds of Zealous Kingdom Proclaimers District Conventions held around the world in 2002/03. On the contrary, loyalty, or loyal love, has the stability and strength to overcome the most daunting of obstacles. 2. 7,8. . As discussed in Chapter26, Jehovah does not bring up errors of the past for which a person has been pardoned. King David supplies the answer. 16 The loving-kindness shown by Bethuel, Joseph, and Ruth is especially significant because Abraham, Jacob, and Naomi were in no position to bring outside pressure on them. The Loyal Love of God In part one (0:00-16:10), Tim, Jon, and Carissa explore the fourth attribute God assigns himself in Exodus 34:6-7: loyal love. . (b)According to Hebrews 13:16, what sacrifices are pleasing to God? The word loyalty may refer to what kind of relationship? On the contrary, he showed empathy for her. He has been with me this whole time! (Read Psalm 136:23,26.) (Ruth 1:3-5; 2:1) Those blows caused Naomi to sink deeper and deeper into despair. The apostle Paul acknowledged this and expressed his appreciation when . 10. 20,21. Who are in need of our expressions of loving-kindness, and what should each of us be determined to do? 23 Let us therefore keep our thoughts centered on the grand future that awaits all of Jehovahs loyal ones. Absalom, Davids own son! Second, by showing loyal love, we benefit ourselves. It is simply because we want to forget that such situations exist. (Matthew 19:28) By opening up the way of salvation for these vessels of mercy, Jehovah remained loyal to Abraham, to whom he had made this covenant promise: By means of your offspring all nations of the earth will obtain a blessing for themselves because you have listened to my voice.Genesis 22:18. PRIVACY POLICY Why do kindhearted brothers and sisters reach out to those who are distressed? They felt a moral responsibility to display this quality toward those with whom they had a relationship, even as King David later felt obliged to manifest it with regard to Mephibosheth. But we try not to take it personally. 3. Neither Abraham, Jacob, nor Naomi could fill those needs without help. What characteristics of loving-kindness expressed between humans stand out in Gods Word? They were washed ashore on the island of Malta. 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