BELIEVE

Believe

Your lifted limb–leg
projected out

at first,
even warily

over
sea

turbulent

though, no bridge
seems to be

any
where

outsiders’

eyes
can see

what you
perceive

based
upon

previous histories

learned

once you lean

forward

in motion

agitated waves

will depart;
a path

tranquil

instilled

to chill
your angry ocean…

Believe…

***

“Faith

is the assured expectation
of what is hoped for,

the evident demonstration
of realities

that are not seen.”
 Heb. 11:1.

***

CONVENTIONS
You Are Invited: 2023 “Exercise Patience”! Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses

Throw all your anxiety on him.​—1 Pet. 5:7.

What can you do if you feel alone? Focus on how Jehovah is sustaining you. (Ps. 55:22) This will help you to maintain a balanced view of your situation. Think, too, about how Jehovah is helping fellow believers who feel lonely. (1 Pet. 5:9, 10) Hiroshi, a brother who for many years has been the only Witness in his family, says: “Knowing that we are all doing our best to serve Jehovah can encourage those of us who are alone in the truth.” Also, maintain a good spiritual routine. This includes openly telling Jehovah how you feel. It is important to read God’s Word regularly, meditating on specific accounts that highlight Jehovah’s love for you. Some Christians memorize scriptures that are particularly comforting, such as Psalm 27:10 and Isaiah 41:10. Others find that listening to audio recordings of the study material helps them to feel less lonely when preparing for the meetings or doing their Bible reading. w21.06 9-10 ¶5-8 © 1 hour ago, Lucretia McCloud    society • teen • nature • hope • love • friendship   


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