There may be times when you’ve poured out loving devotion for others, and yet your strength begins to fade. What if no one noticed? What if no one spoke a word of appreciation?

Could it be that Jehovah often sees when loyal service becomes exhausting? Might He reach out through someone else—not always dramatically, but gently, when it’s needed most? Could that be what happened when He moved Boaz to speak encouraging words to Ruth, reminding her that her kindness had not gone unoticed?

If Jehovah still works this way today, how often do we miss the cues when someone in our congregation—someone serving faithfully—needs just a moment of affirmation? Could a timely compliment from observant elders, or a sincere word from a spiritual peer, be the spark that renews purpose and hope in their hearts?

And what about you? Might there be days when you need comfort, when your generosity of spirit feels like the only constant in an ever-demanding routine? If someone simply acknowledges your unseen sacrifices—or encourages you in a uplifting way—could that be one of Jehovah’s ways of comforting you?

Could you be that channel for someone else today? Even small expressions—“I see your faithfulness,” “Your loyalty matters,” “Thank you for being here when others couldn’t”—might serve as a shelter under Jehovah’s wings. According to Isaiah, caring elders provide protection in times of turbulent storms: “Each one will be like a hiding place from the wind, a place of concealment from the rainstorm” (Isaiah 32:2, NWT).

Could your words today be exactly what someone needed—even without realizing it themselves? And could someone’s words to you be exactly what Jehovah arranged—at just the right time?

Are we ready to speak out what Jehovah already feels about someone we know?

Are we ready to recieve the kindness others feel toward us?

You are not unseen. You are deeply valued—not just for what you do, but for who you are.

Keep giving.

Keep speaking.

Keep listening.

He sees.

He moves hearts.

He comforts.

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Reference: w21 November p. 12 ¶20–21