Answer 1:<\/strong> Many people place more importance on the number of friends they have than on the quality of those friendships. They are not as concerned about whether their relationships are deep or superficial. But having many friends does not necessarily mean having genuine support. So we do well to ask ourselves not only how many friends we have but also what influence they have on us and whether they help us remain faithful to Jehovah.<\/p> Answer 2:<\/strong> Some young people think that when they have a problem or need advice, the best thing is to turn only to people their own age. It is understandable that they feel comfortable with them, but we should not limit our friendships in that way. The article encourages us to consider Jehovah\u2019s viewpoint instead of assuming that someone our age will always be the person best able to help us.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> Others believe that they do not need friends and that they can manage on their own. However, we servants of Jehovah know that remaining faithful requires constant effort because we are surrounded by bad influences. Thinking that we do not need anyone could lead us to reject valuable help. Rather than adopting such an independent attitude, we want to learn to value friendship as Jehovah and Jesus do.<\/p> Luke 22:28<\/strong> \u2014 \u201cHowever, you are the ones who have stuck with me in my trials;<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> His friends were people who helped him remain loyal to his Father. That agrees with what Jehovah wants for us\u2014friendships that strengthen us spiritually. When choosing our friends, the decisive factor should not be merely that we enjoy being with them. We should also think about whether their way of life strengthens our desire to obey Jehovah, especially when doing so is not easy.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> Jesus did not seek superficial friendships. He considered his faithful apostles to be friends and shared with them what he had learned from his Father. Thus, we see that a good friendship also includes conversations that draw us closer to Jehovah. We can imitate him by making sure that our friendships are based not only on having a good time but also on sharing and valuing spiritual things.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> Jesus chose friends who did not disappear when difficulties came. Shortly before his death, he acknowledged that his faithful apostles had stayed by his side. This invites us to think about the kind of friends we are. If we want to have friendships like those of Jesus, we must be willing to accompany and strengthen our brothers when they go through difficult times, not only when everything is going well.<\/p> Ecclesiastes 4:9-12<\/strong> \u2014 Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their hard work. For if one of them falls, the other can help his partner up. But what will happen to the one who falls with no one to help him up? Moreover, if two lie down together, they will stay warm, but how can just one keep warm? And someone may overpower one alone, but two together can take a stand against him. And a threefold cord cannot quickly be torn apart.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> They encourage and comfort us when we are going through a difficulty. At times, the situation does not change immediately, but having someone who remains by our side gives us the strength to keep going. Therefore, we should not wait until we are facing a trial to value friendship. We want to cultivate deep relationships from now on with people who help us stay close to Jehovah.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> One very important form of help is spiritual protection. When we face a bad influence, a friend who loves Jehovah can support us so that we do not give in. Friendship does not eliminate trials, but it prevents us from having to face them alone. This moves us to seek people who strengthen our determination to obey God and to offer them that same support.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> Good friends also help us do valuable things in Jehovah\u2019s service. If our relationship includes participating together in Christian activities, we not only enjoy one another\u2019s company but also become spiritually stronger. In addition, such friendships can last forever. So it is worth taking time to cultivate friendships in which our love for Jehovah is an important part of the relationship.<\/p> Answer 1:<\/strong> We will see how good friends can help young people continue serving Jehovah faithfully. Daniel\u2019s example will help us understand the value of such support when difficulties arise that seem impossible to overcome. Thus, the article does not merely highlight how pleasant it is to have friends but shows how good friendships can protect our relationship with Jehovah.<\/p> Answer 2:<\/strong> We will also see how parents and other mature brothers can have a positive influence on young people. This helps us understand that the subject is not of interest only to those who are choosing friends. Adults too can ask themselves what kind of influence they have and whether they are helping young people strengthen their personal friendship with Jehovah.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> One especially comforting thought will be seeing how Jehovah was at Daniel\u2019s side when it seemed that he was alone. His human friends were very valuable help, but his best friend was Jehovah. This example will help us appreciate good friendships without forgetting that our most important relationship is with God, who can support us even when our friends are not nearby.<\/p> Daniel 1:2<\/strong> \u2014 In time Jehovah gave King Jehoiakim of Judah into his hand, along with some of the utensils of the house of the true God, and he brought them to the land of Shinar to the house of his god. He placed the utensils in the treasury of his god.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> When he was probably a teenager, Daniel saw his nation come under the control of the king of Babylon. A few years later, he was taken to that land to receive special education. It was a huge change: He began living far from his home and family. His experience helps us understand why it was so important for him to have already determined to obey Jehovah.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> Daniel was taken to Babylon to receive training that would enable him to serve in the king\u2019s palace. This involved much more than changing residences: He would have to function in an environment very different from his own. He no longer had his family close by. Therefore, his faithfulness would have to rest on his own convictions and his personal relationship with Jehovah.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> At an early age, Daniel had to face both a difficult period for his people and separation from his land and family. He had not chosen those circumstances, but he could choose how to respond to them. This distinction is very useful for young people: Although they cannot always control the environment in which they live, they can cultivate from now on the desire to be faithful to Jehovah.<\/p> Deuteronomy 6:6-7<\/strong> \u2014 These words that I am commanding you today must be on your heart, and you must inculcate them in your sons and speak of them when you sit in your house and when you walk on the road and when you lie down and when you get up.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> His parents may have played an important role. They named him Daniel, a name that means \u201cGod Is My Judge.\u201d Perhaps they chose it because they wanted him to become a faithful servant of Jehovah. The article presents this possibility cautiously, without stating it as a certainty. What it does highlight is the value that parents\u2019 spiritual influence can have from childhood.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> Daniel probably received help from his parents, but he came to make a personal decision: He wanted to obey Jehovah. This distinction is important. Parents can teach divine standards and provide good guidance, but a young person needs to make those convictions his own. Daniel did not merely know what was right; when he found himself in Babylon, he was determined to act accordingly.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> Daniel\u2019s firmness makes us think of the good influence he may have received before arriving in Babylon. His parents probably helped him to know Jehovah and his standards. That preparation proved very valuable when he was far from home. For parents, the application is encouraging: Spiritual instruction can help children make good decisions even when they are no longer at their side.<\/p> Answer 1:<\/strong> They can help them cultivate a close, personal friendship with Jehovah. That is the objective highlighted by the paragraph when it speaks of the good influence that Daniel and other young men probably received. It is not simply a matter of a young person depending on adult support, but of coming to love Jehovah and wanting to be loyal to him out of personal conviction.<\/p> Answer 2:<\/strong> Mature brothers can also be a good influence, not just parents. The article mentions Jeremiah and other servants of Jehovah as people who reasonably may have contributed to Daniel\u2019s spiritual development. This encourages us not to think that helping young ones is the exclusive responsibility of their families. Our own faithfulness can serve as a guide and inspiration to them.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> One way to help them is to direct our influence toward their relationship with Jehovah. We can ask ourselves whether our example strengthens their desire to serve him and whether we encourage them to know him better. The important thing is not that they admire us, but that they draw close to him. Adult influence achieves its objective when young ones develop a personal friendship with Jehovah.<\/p> Answer 1:<\/strong> They had to face pressure to adopt the customs and way of thinking of the Babylonians. That pressure began immediately when they arrived in an unfamiliar land. Not only had their place of residence changed; they were also exposed to influences that could affect their loyalty to Jehovah. Their example reminds us that we must pay attention to how our environment influences our way of thinking.<\/p> Answer 2:<\/strong> They faced temptations that they surely had not encountered before. They were far from their family and were receiving an education designed to prepare them to serve in the royal palace. This put them in situations that tested their faithfulness. For young ones, the lesson is that it is wise to strengthen their relationship with Jehovah before entering a new environment, rather than waiting for a temptation to appear.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> The difficulty was not simply learning new things, but resisting attempts to impose on them a way of thinking foreign to their worship. They had to remain loyal to Jehovah while functioning in that environment. This helps us see that when our circumstances change, the most important question is how we will protect our friendship with God and keep our convictions firm.<\/p> Daniel 1:5<\/strong> \u2014 Furthermore, the king assigned to them a daily ration from the king\u2019s delicacies and from the wine he drank. They were to be trained for three years, and at the end of that time they were to enter the king\u2019s service.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> The first temptation was to eat foods that God\u2019s Law prohibited. They could have thought that it was not a very important matter, but they did not view it that way. This detail teaches us not to measure the importance of a decision solely by how small it may seem. If it is related to one of Jehovah\u2019s standards, our actions can show how much we value his approval.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> They could have justified themselves by saying that they were prisoners and had no choice but to obey the king. However, the paragraph presents that reasoning as a possible excuse, not as something they said. The lesson is that difficult circumstances can cause us to look for reasons to give in. Instead, we want to think about how to remain obedient to Jehovah within the situation we face.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> They may also have been afraid of disappointing the king or provoking his anger. Thus, the temptation was not only in the food but also in giving in because of fear of the consequences of rejecting it. This can help us when we feel pressured to please someone. Before deciding, it is wise to think about whether we are giving more importance to avoiding human disapproval than to retaining Jehovah\u2019s approval.<\/p> Daniel 1:6-12<\/strong> \u2014 Now among them were some from the tribe of Judah: Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. And the principal court official assigned names to them; he gave to Daniel the name Belteshazzar, to Hananiah the name Shadrach, to Mishael the name Meshach, and to Azariah the name Abednego. But Daniel resolved in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king\u2019s delicacies or with the wine he drank. So he asked the principal court official for permission not to defile himself in this way. And the true God caused the principal court official to show Daniel favor and mercy. But the principal court official said to Daniel: \u201cI am afraid of my lord the king, who has assigned your food and drink. What if he should see you looking worse in appearance than the other youths of your age? You would make me guilty before the king.\u201d But Daniel said to the guardian whom the principal court official had appointed over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: \u201cPlease, test your servants for ten days, and let us be given some vegetables to eat and water to drink;<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> The picture shows the four of them encouraging one another while other young men eat the king\u2019s delicacies. This highlights that a good friendship can help us resist pressure from our environment. They did not have to face that situation without support. Similarly, when our friends are determined to obey Jehovah, their companionship can give us courage to do what is right even when others act differently.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> They helped one another respect God\u2019s standards, not find excuses to disobey them. That is a trait that distinguishes a true friend. It may be more comfortable for someone to approve of every decision we make, but what truly benefits us is having someone strengthen our desire to remain faithful. Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego show the value of sharing that same determination.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> The support they gave one another had a very good result: They resisted the temptation and Jehovah blessed them. They were not simply a group of young people who enjoyed being together; their friendship helped them obey God. We can evaluate our friendships with that same thought in mind: After spending time with our friends, do we feel more determined to do what pleases Jehovah?<\/p> Luke 16:10<\/strong> \u2014 The person faithful in what is least is faithful also in much, and the person unrighteous in what is least is unrighteous also in much.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> A fundamental help is to choose friends who are determined to remain loyal to Jehovah and resist the world\u2019s influence. It is not enough to have things in common; what matters is where that friendship leads us. If our friends want to obey God, we will be able to encourage one another when a temptation arises. Daniel and his companions showed that such support can make a very important difference.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> Thinking about Daniel and his friends can give them courage. They too were under pressure, but they helped one another make the right decision. So a young person does not have to think that he or she must always resist without help. Seeking the company of those who love Jehovah is a sensible decision, and being that kind of friend ourselves also strengthens others.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> It will help them to view small decisions as opportunities to demonstrate faithfulness, not as matters of little importance. The paragraph explains that being obedient on such occasions prepares us for greater tests. Therefore, it is wise to choose friends who respect Jehovah\u2019s standards even when others minimize them. In this way, our friendships will contribute to our continuing to have Jehovah\u2019s blessing and support.<\/p> Daniel 2:3<\/strong> \u2014 Then the king said to them: \u201cI have had a dream, and I am agitated because I want to know what I dreamed.\u201d<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> The king did not want to tell them his dream so that the wise men could explain its meaning. First he demanded that they tell him the dream itself. That was the difficulty: they could not discover it through their knowledge or training. Daniel and his friends faced a problem that was completely beyond human ability. The account prepares the way to show how much they needed to trust in Jehovah.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> The king\u2019s order put all the wise men of Babylon in danger, including Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Although they had not caused the problem, they too would suffer its consequences. This helps us understand that being faithful to Jehovah does not mean being free from unjust or very difficult situations. At such times, the support of good friends can be especially valuable.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> They faced a situation that seemed to have no way out: comply with a demand impossible for a human to fulfill or die. It was not a problem they could solve simply by trying harder. At times, we too may feel overwhelmed by a difficulty. The example of these four friends encourages us to recognize our limitations and value the spiritual help of those who trust in Jehovah.<\/p> Daniel 2:18<\/strong> \u2014 He asked them to pray for mercy from the God of heaven concerning this secret, so that Daniel and his companions would not be destroyed along with the rest of the wise men of Babylon.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> Daniel first respectfully asked the king to grant him more time. Then he went to his friends to seek Jehovah\u2019s help together. Thus, he combined respectful action with trust in God and a willingness to accept support. His example teaches us that asking for help is not giving up. It is recognizing that we do not have to carry a difficult situation alone.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> The images highlight that his friends prayed and that Jehovah revealed the dream and its interpretation to Daniel. They could not discover that secret, but they could turn to the One who had the power to do so. Similarly, we may not know how to solve a friend\u2019s problem, but we can always support that friend spiritually and ask Jehovah to help him or her.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> The outcome benefited all four: Jehovah answered their supplications and they were saved. Moreover, when Daniel received authority, he asked that his friends also be given responsibilities. We see that their relationship was not limited to seeking support during the crisis; Daniel continued to take them into account afterward. This consideration encourages us to value our friends both in difficult times and when our circumstances improve.<\/p> Galatians 6:2<\/strong> \u2014 Go on carrying the burdens of one another, and in this way you will fulfill the law of the Christ.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> One lesson is that pride or shame should not prevent us from asking for help. Daniel had a good relationship with Jehovah, but he still went to his friends. This shows that seeking support does not conflict with our trust in God. If we are going through a trial, we can imitate his humility and allow faithful brothers to give us the encouragement we need.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> We also learn to ask others to pray for us. Our friends may not be able to change a situation, but their prayers are a real help. Daniel\u2019s account shows the importance of turning to Jehovah instead of focusing only on what we can do. Therefore, we should not think that asking our brothers for prayers is of little value.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> The account strengthens our confidence in Jehovah, who hears prayers and has the power to help us face obstacles that seem insurmountable. At the same time, it highlights the importance of choosing friends who also trust in him. When we all seek his help, we can strengthen one another to remain faithful. Thus, good friends do not replace our trust in Jehovah; rather, they help to strengthen it.<\/p> Daniel 6:4-16<\/strong> \u2014 At that time the high officials and the satraps were seeking to find some grounds for accusation against Daniel respecting matters of state, but they could find no grounds for accusation or anything corrupt, for he was trustworthy and no negligence or corruption could be found in him. These men then said: \u201cWe will find in this Daniel no grounds for accusation at all, unless we find it against him in the law of his God.\u201d So these high officials and satraps went in as a group to the king, and they said to him: \u201cO King Darius, may you live on forever. All the royal officials, prefects, satraps, high royal officers, and governors have consulted together to establish a royal decree and to enforce a ban, that for 30 days whoever makes a petition to any god or man except to you, O king, should be thrown into the lions\u2019 pit. Now, O king, may you establish the decree and sign it, so that it cannot be changed, according to the law of the Medes and the Persians, which cannot be annulled.\u201d So King Darius signed the decree and the ban. But as soon as Daniel knew that the decree had been signed, he went to his house, which had the windows of his roof chamber open toward Jerusalem. And three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed and offered praise before his God, as he had regularly done prior to this. At that time those men burst in and found Daniel petitioning and pleading for favor before his God. So they approached the king and reminded him about the royal ban: \u201cDid you not sign a ban stating that for 30 days any man who makes a petition to any god or man except to you, O king, should be thrown into the lions\u2019 pit?\u201d The king replied: \u201cThe matter is well-established according to the law of the Medes and the Persians, which cannot be annulled.\u201d They immediately said to the king: \u201cDaniel, who is of the exiles of Judah, has paid no regard to you, O king, nor to the ban that you signed, but three times a day he is praying.\u201d As soon as the king heard this, he was greatly distressed, and he tried to think of a way to rescue Daniel; and until the sun set he made every effort to save him. Finally those men went in as a group to the king, and they said to the king: \u201cTake note, O king, that the law of the Medes and the Persians is that any ban or decree that the king establishes cannot be changed.\u201d So the king gave the order, and they brought Daniel and threw him into the pit of lions. The king said to Daniel: \u201cYour God whom you are continually serving will rescue you.\u201d<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> When he was more than 90 years old, some men serving King Darius became envious of his authority and plotted his death. Since they could find no corruption in him, they attacked his relationship with God. This shows that good conduct does not always prevent others from opposing us. Daniel once again had to demonstrate that his loyalty to Jehovah was above threats.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> The test included being in the lions\u2019 pit without any of his human friends beside him. After so many years of faithfulness, Daniel faced a situation in which he could not count on their companionship. However, that did not mean that he had been abandoned. The paragraph prepares us to remember that, although our friends may not be able to accompany us, Jehovah remains the Friend who is always available.<\/p> Daniel 6:22<\/strong> \u2014 My God sent his angel and shut the mouth of the lions, and they have not harmed me, for I was found innocent before him; nor have I done any wrong to you, O king.\u201d<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> His friendship with Jehovah gave him the courage to remain loyal even when his life was in danger. Daniel did not stop praying in order to avoid the lions\u2019 pit. He completely trusted his best Friend. The lesson for us is that a close relationship with Jehovah can strengthen us to obey him even when a trial frightens us and we do not know how it will turn out.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> Daniel had the support of the most powerful Friend there is. None of his companions was inside the pit to defend him, but Jehovah could act there. This comforts us because our human friends have limitations, even though they love us very much. They will not always be able to be present or solve our problems. So, in addition to cultivating good friendships, we need to strengthen our personal trust in Jehovah.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> When he came out of the pit without a scratch, it became clear that Daniel had trusted in Jehovah and that Jehovah had protected him. Daniel, for his part, acknowledged that his rescue was due to God. He did not present what happened as a personal achievement. His attitude encourages us to give Jehovah the credit for the support we receive and to value our friendship with him above any other.<\/p> Psalms 139:7-10<\/strong> \u2014 Where can I escape from your spirit, And where can I run away from your face? If I were to ascend to heaven, you would be there, And if I were to make my bed in the Grave, look! you would be there. If I would fly away with the wings of the dawn To reside by the most remote sea, Even there your hand would lead me And your right hand would take hold of me.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> A move, a serious illness, or being in prison can make us feel isolated. That is why being friends with Jehovah is so valuable: He continues to care about us even when our circumstances limit contact with other people. Daniel\u2019s example encourages us not to neglect prayer when we feel alone. Talking to Jehovah and trusting in his care strengthens the friendship we need so much.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> The pictures contrast apparent loneliness with Jehovah\u2019s support. Daniel was in the pit, but an angel was protecting him; the brother is alone at home, but he can pray to Jehovah. Not being physically accompanied does not mean lacking spiritual support. To cultivate our friendship with God, we want to continue turning to him and obeying him, convinced that he knows us and cares about us.<\/p> 1 Thessalonians 5:2,11<\/strong> \u2014 For you yourselves know very well that Jehovah\u2019s day is coming exactly as a thief in the night. Therefore, keep encouraging one another and building one another up, just as you are in fact doing.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> We should not put off making good friends until later. Now we need people who encourage us to make wise decisions and strengthen our desire to serve Jehovah. If we cultivate these relationships from this moment on, we will be able to help one another when difficulties arise. The article relates this need to the nearness of Jehovah\u2019s day, not simply to our desire for companionship.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> Peter connected the nearness of the end with the need to have intense love for the brothers. So knowing what times we are living in should move us to draw closer to one another, not to isolate ourselves. Making good friends allows us to express that love and receive encouragement. It also gives us opportunities to strengthen others, because Christian friendship involves both giving and accepting support.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> It is important because our friendships influence the decisions we make now. A friend who loves Jehovah can help us keep our priorities clear and move forward when we are discouraged. So we do not want to choose friends only on the basis of personal affinity. We seek relationships that build us up spiritually, and we also strive to be a source of encouragement to those around us.<\/p> Hebrews 13:5<\/strong> \u2014 Let your way of life be free of the love of money, while you are content with the present things. For he has said: \u201cI will never leave you, and I will never abandon you.\u201d<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> We want friends who serve as guides and sources of inspiration, such as the mature brothers we can find in the congregation. We do not want to limit ourselves to those who are similar to us in age or circumstances. If we choose people who love Jehovah, their example can strengthen our faithfulness. The result will be a friendship that helps us face difficulties and that has the prospect of lasting forever.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> We seek friends whom we can humbly approach when we need support, even to ask them to pray for us. True friends are a gift from Jehovah, but we must be willing to accept their help. Choosing them wisely and caring for those relationships will help protect our faith. And we never want to forget that, no matter what happens, our best Friend will continue to be Jehovah.<\/p> Galatians 6:2<\/strong> \u2014 Go on carrying the burdens of one another, and in this way you will fulfill the law of the Christ.<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> They help us make the right decision, as Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego did. They supported one another in rejecting food that violated God\u2019s Law. Similarly, a true friend will not look for excuses for us to give in to a temptation. His influence will strengthen our determination to obey Jehovah, even when other people are doing something different.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> Good friends encourage us to be faithful even in matters that seem small. This is important because we might think that a decision is of little importance and let down our guard. A friend who respects Jehovah\u2019s standards helps us see the value of always obeying them. In this way we strengthen the faithfulness we will need when greater trials arise.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> They can also pray for us and encourage us to seek Jehovah\u2019s help. So if we are struggling with a temptation, we should not let shame prevent us from asking for support. Faithful friends will help us keep our attention focused on our relationship with God. Choosing such friendships before the pressure appears is a way to prepare ourselves to resist it.<\/p> Daniel 6:22<\/strong> \u2014 My God sent his angel and shut the mouth of the lions, and they have not harmed me, for I was found innocent before him; nor have I done any wrong to you, O king.\u201d<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> They help us not to carry the entire burden alone. When Nebuchadnezzar\u2019s demand put their lives in danger, Daniel spoke with his friends and asked them to pray. They could not solve the problem by their own strength, but they could seek Jehovah\u2019s help together. That is a great help our friends can give us when we see no way out.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> They give us strength and encouragement to keep going, even if they cannot change the circumstances. Their support can help us overcome the embarrassment of talking about the problem and remind us that we do not have to face it without companionship. Daniel\u2019s example teaches us to ask for help humbly. Spiritual friendship is especially valuable when our own strength does not seem to be enough.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> Faithful friends help us distinguish between our limitations and Jehovah\u2019s power. Our not knowing how to deal with a difficulty does not mean that he cannot sustain us. Daniel experienced this both when the dream was revealed and in the lions\u2019 pit. Recalling those examples together can strengthen our confidence and help us maintain our loyalty during a trial.<\/p> Hebrews 13:5<\/strong> \u2014 Let your way of life be free of the love of money, while you are content with the present things. For he has said: \u201cI will never leave you, and I will never abandon you.\u201d<\/em> Answer 2:<\/strong> Our friends can encourage us and pray for us, so that we do not feel that we must endure everything without support. That is why it is wise to cultivate such friendships now and humbly accept their help when we need it. At the same time, true friends draw us closer to Jehovah because they know that he can sustain us even in circumstances in which they cannot accompany us.<\/p> Answer 3:<\/strong> Jehovah himself is the Friend who can always be at our side. Daniel did not have his companions with him in the lions\u2019 pit, but he was not abandoned. Remembering his example can comfort us if we are far from our family or feel isolated. We still have the opportunity to pray to Jehovah and trust that he is watching over us.<\/p> Answer 4:<\/strong> The love of our brothers helps us feel supported and gives us strength to remain faithful. In addition, the prospect of enjoying friendships that last forever enables us to look beyond our present circumstances. So even if we are now going through a lonely period, we want to continue valuing our friends and, above all, caring for our relationship with Jehovah, who never ceases to be interested in us.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Answers and comments for the Watchtower Study for December 21-27, 2026: Good friends help us remain faithful to 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(a) What kind of friends did Jesus choose?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> Jesus chose loyal friends who stayed by his side during his trials. He did not value a friendship only because of the pleasant moments they might share but also because of the faithfulness they showed when things became difficult. His example helps us choose friends who love Jehovah and who support us when our loyalty is tested.<\/p>2. (b) According to Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, how do good friends help us?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> Good friends help us get back up when we need it and strengthen us in the face of spiritual dangers. Accepting their support protects us.<\/p>3. What will we consider in this article?<\/h3>
4. What happened to Daniel when he was young?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> Daniel lived when Jehovah allowed Judah to come under Babylonian domination. Although many had turned away from God, Daniel would have to decide personally whether he would be faithful. The bad example of those around us does not have to determine our decisions.<\/p>5, 6. Who may have helped Daniel decide to serve Jehovah?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> It is likely that his parents taught him Jehovah\u2019s standards, as this command indicated. We do not know the details of his education, but the paragraph highlights the possible influence of his parents. This reminds families of the value of talking about Jehovah with their children in daily life.<\/p>7, 8. What can parents and other mature brothers do to help young ones remain loyal to Jehovah?<\/h3>
9. What did Daniel and the other Hebrew youths have to face?<\/h3>
10. What was the first temptation that the Hebrew youths faced?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> The king arranged for them to eat his delicacies, but the menu included foods that were unclean according to the Mosaic Law. Therefore, accepting that food posed an issue of obedience to Jehovah. Something that might have seemed like a privilege or a minor matter became a test of their faithfulness.<\/p>11. How did Daniel and his friends help one another? (See also the picture.)<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> Daniel and his three friends supported one another in obeying Jehovah and rejecting the foods that would defile them. Their friendship strengthened their determination to remain faithful. That is the kind of support we want to seek and offer.<\/p>12. What can help young ones resist temptations?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> It helps them to have friends who encourage them to be faithful even in small decisions. Obedience in such matters prepares them to face greater tests. So a good friend does not minimize something that displeases Jehovah but helps us keep a clean conscience and strengthen our determination to do what is right.<\/p>13. What difficult situation did Daniel and his friends face?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> Nebuchadnezzar was disturbed by a dream and demanded something that no human could do by his own power: tell him what he had dreamed and then interpret it. If the wise men could not do so, they would be executed. The threat included Daniel and his friends, so this was not a matter of solving a simple question from the king; their lives were in danger.<\/p>14. How did Daniel and his friends help one another? (See also the pictures.)<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> Daniel explained the situation to his friends and asked them to seek Jehovah\u2019s mercy by means of prayer. He did not try to face the problem on his own. He recognized the value of his companions\u2019 supplications. We can imitate him by being humble and asking our friends to pray for us when we go through a trial.<\/p>15. What lessons do we learn from the account of Daniel and his friends? (Galatians 6:2)<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> We learn that we should not face all our difficulties alone. Friends who serve Jehovah can help us carry our burdens, giving us strength and encouragement. Accepting their help is not a cause for shame. In addition, this counsel invites us to look beyond our own problems and be willing to support those who are also going through difficult times.<\/p>16. What test did Daniel face in his old age?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> His enemies succeeded in having a prohibition approved that affected his worship. Daniel continued praying to Jehovah and was thrown into the lions\u2019 pit. He did not allow fear to separate him from his best Friend.<\/p>17. According to Daniel 6:19-23, how did Daniel\u2019s friendship with Jehovah help him?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> Jehovah sent an angel to prevent the lions from harming him. Daniel was able to explain to the king that his God had protected him. That rescue showed that even though his human friends were not nearby, he was not alone. His friendship with Jehovah had been his greatest support.<\/p>18. Why is it important to be good friends of Jehovah, and how can we achieve that? (See also the pictures and the box \u201cJehovah Is Your Father, Your God, and Your Best Friend.\u201d)<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> It is important because no distance puts us beyond Jehovah\u2019s loving care. Even if we are far from our family, we can count on him. We cultivate that friendship by drawing close to Jehovah in prayer and remaining loyal, as Daniel did.<\/p>19. Why is it so important that we make good friends now? (1 Thessalonians 5:2, 11)<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> Because Jehovah\u2019s day is near and we need to keep encouraging and building one another up. Good friends help us make decisions that protect our spirituality. Therefore, cultivating such friendships now is not something secondary; it is a way to strengthen the mutual support we need to remain faithful.<\/p>20. What kind of friends do we want to have, and what will happen if we choose them wisely?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> We want friends who strengthen our desire to be faithful to Jehovah. And above all, we want to preserve our friendship with him, who promises never to abandon us. With his support and the help of good friends, we will be able to face threats to our faith and cultivate friendships that last forever.<\/p>HOW DO TRUE FRIENDS HELP US IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS: When temptations arise?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> True friends are willing to support us when the pressure of a temptation becomes difficult to bear. Instead of letting us struggle alone, they encourage us to obey Jehovah. This support is in harmony with the mutual help mentioned in this text. We too want to be available to strengthen a friend who is going through a trial.<\/p>HOW DO TRUE FRIENDS HELP US IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS: When we face difficulties that seem impossible to overcome?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> True friends strengthen our confidence in Jehovah, the Friend who supported Daniel when he had no human help. Daniel\u2019s rescue reminds us of God\u2019s power. So when we face an overwhelming difficulty, we are grateful to have friends who encourage us to keep trusting in Jehovah and to remain faithful.<\/p>HOW DO TRUE FRIENDS HELP US IN THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS: When we feel that we are alone?<\/h3>
Answer 1:<\/strong> Good friends remind us that Jehovah does not abandon us. Although an illness or distance may prevent us from being close to our loved ones, we continue to have his care. This assurance helps us not to confuse being physically alone with being forsaken. Jehovah continues to be our best Friend.<\/p>