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How can parents imitate Jehovah when they have to discipline their children? Answer 1: Parents can imitate Jehovah by disciplining “to the proper degree.” This means not reacting impulsively or imposing a punishment simply because they are angry. First, it is good to consider what happened, why it happened, and what the child really needs. […]

What lesson might Jeremiah have learned from what happened to Urijah? Answer 1: Jeremiah could learn that letting fear take control could lead him to abandon his assignment. Urijah had also prophesied faithfully, but when he found out that the king wanted to kill him, he fled to Egypt. Jeremiah, on the other hand, kept

If Jehovah used Babylon as his “servant” to execute his judgment against his people, why did he punish it afterward? Answer 1: Jehovah called Nebuchadnezzar his “servant” because he allowed Babylon to carry out the sentence against Judah. But that did not mean that he approved of all the actions of the Babylonians. They acted

Weekly question: What is “the burden of Jehovah”? Answer 1: In Jeremiah’s day, “the burden of Jehovah” was the severe message of judgment that announced the destruction of Jerusalem. Many found it hard to listen to because they did not want to change their conduct. Instead of viewing the warning as an opportunity to repent,

Weekly question: What does this verse encourage us to do? Answer 1: Jeremiah 20:12 encourages us to make an honest examination of our heart. Jehovah looks not only at our outward conduct but also at our deepest thoughts, feelings, and motives. That is why it is good to ask ourselves regularly whether there is any

Weekly question: Why do we say that Jehovah is the Great Potter? Answer 1: We say that Jehovah is the Great Pottery because he has authority over the people and nations, just as a potter has authority over the clay. As a Creator, you know perfectly well how we are made and what we need.

Weekly question: Why do we say that trusting in Jehovah involves trusting in his representatives on earth? Answer 1: Trusting in Jehovah involves accepting the way he directs his people. Throughout history, Jehovah has used human representatives to guide, teach, and organize his servants, such as Moses, the prophets, and the responsible Christians of the

Weekly question: How can we imitate Jeremiah and fight discouragement? Answer 1: We can imitate Jeremiah by making personal study a real source of encouragement.He said that he “ate” Jehovah’s words, that is, he received them eagerly and let them reach his heart.When we study calmly, meditate, and look for ways to apply what we

Weekly question: What do these verses tell us about the relationship Jeremiah had with Jehovah? Answer 1: Jeremiah was confident to speak to Jehovah in complete candour. He didn’t hide that he was bewildered to see the wicked seem to thrive. Still, he began by acknowledging that Jehovah is righteous. This shows that his questions

Weekly question: What Can Christian Superintendents Learn from This Verse? Answer 1: Christian superintendents learn that they cannot rely solely on their experience, ability or good intention. Jeremiah 10:21 shows that the shepherds of Judah did not act with understanding because they did not consult Jehovah. Therefore, the elders need to always base their decisions,