Kenneth Flodin: "A Hiding Place From the Wind" (Isa. 32:2)

[mserskine]

http://tv.jw.org/#en/video/VODProgramsEvents/pub-jwbmw_201603_1_VIDEO

Edited March 7, 2016 by mserskine

[Pallen]

I thought it was so cool to include the Sisters in the encouragement to reach out, not for the position but as a servant of Jehovah. There it so much the Sisters do to help others.  

Edited March 7, 2016 by Pallen

[richietj77]

"You will not be appointed as princesses..." 

but can they have a beard? 

[Friends just call me Ross]

9 minutes ago, Pallen said:

I thought it was so cool to include the Sisters in the encouragement to reach out, not for the position but as a servant of Jehovah. There it so much the Sisters do to help others.  

 

That was a wonderfully encouraging talk!

We can either be a  'hiding place' or we can be 'the wind'.

We can ALL strive to become 'hiding places'.

[Bob]

29 minutes ago, Friends just call me Ross said:

That was a wonderfully encouraging talk!

We can either be a  'hiding place' or we can be 'the wind'.

We can ALL strive to become 'hiding places'.

This is exactly what I was thinking, about all of us being "hiding places". All the qualifications for an office of overseer can apply to sisters as well, just without the appointment.

 

Many, and I mean MANY sisters can out teach the brothers. That's just how good they are. I love my sisters.

[New World Explorer]

We can expect Jesus stepping in just after Armageddon

I wonder how many will be appointed ?

Wonderful !

[Omoyeme]

On 3/7/2016 at 6:14 PM, Bob said:

This is exactly what I was thinking, about all of us being "hiding places". All the qualifications for an office of overseer can apply to sisters as well, just without the appointment.

 

Many, and I mean MANY sisters can out teach the brothers. That's just how good they are. I love my sisters.

 

This reminds me that when I was a little girl my mother would take her younger children, unaccompanied, to the weekly congregation bookstudy which was then conducted by a faithful sister named Mary Thigpen, now deceased.  (She was temporarily "appointed" because there were not enough brothers at that time.)  She conducted the congregation book study just as well as the small group of brothers in our congregation.  We also had a sister who read the paragraphs.  I do recall she did a fine job also.

 

In the late 1980's, (in my former congregation) the "women telling the good news" was quite common during mid-week ministry since all the brothers had full time jobs and thus could not take the lead. The pioneer sister(s) would conduct/consider that day's text and solicit comments, organize the group and close in prayer.  (Of course while wearing a head covering.)  But, this scenario has been played out among Jehovah's servants for many years and I venture to say, it's still continuing in some parts of the world today.

[Sheep]

On 3/7/2016 at 5:31 PM, Pallen said:

I thought it was so cool to include the Sisters in the encouragement to reach out, not for the position but as a servant of Jehovah. There it so much the Sisters do to help others.

 

When I first watched the video, I thought he was going to reveal some "new light," such as sisters reaching out for positions of responsibility in the congregations. But then, after settling down, I realized that's not what he was encouraging them to do. I mean, after all, what would that look like? Elderettes and Ministerial Serviettes?

 

[BibleSteve]

Ministerial Serviettes? thats funny! 

[Tbs77]

Those "titles" and "positions" don't already exist?

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[Araujo JW]

I am glad that the princes in the New World will be appointed by Jesus there in the New World. I know many very capable brothers today who are not elders or do not exercise a prominent position in the organization, only because of their circumstances, but they are "true trees of righteousness", sources exceptional encouragement and affection. I think these brothers might well be seen by Jesus in the New World.

[Tbs77]

Agreed... AAMOF, I was recently encouraged to be patient due to circumstances... Hey, it is what it is! I'm just appreciating my place in the congregation; serving the Living God with Joy and Zeal!

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[Tortuga]

1 hour ago, Tbs77 said:

Those "titles" and "positions" don't already exist?

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I have heard they do in some congregations...

[New World Explorer]

I think the first phase "limited resurrection" will occur very soon after Armageddon if some  of the faithful ones from the past will be appointed as Princess. 

They will be brought up to speed and join us in restoration of the earth and preparing for greater phase of resurrection. 

I think there was a watchtower  touching on this ( marriage of the bride) 

[New World Explorer]

Does this point to early resurrection ? just faithful forefathers ?

 

“YOUR SONS WILL TAKE THE PLACE OF YOUR FOREFATHERS”
17 Read Psalm 45:16. “The virgin companions” of Christ’s heavenly bride will have further cause for rejoicing when they see the marriage become fruitful in the new world. The Bridegroom-King will turn his attention to the earth and will resurrect his earthly “forefathers,” who will become his earthly “sons.” (John 5:25-29; Heb. 11:35) From among these he will appoint “princes in all the earth.” Doubtless, Christ will appoint others from among faithful elders of today to take the lead in the new world.—Isa. 32:1.

 

[jwhess]

2 hours ago, Tbs77 said:

I'm just appreciating my place in the congregation; serving the Living God with Joy and Zeal!

 

Years ago, a famous British actor had a small role in a summer play.  When asked about it, he explained that all parts of a play are important (unless ego gets in the way).  He said, "There are no small parts, only small actors."

All parts of God's organization are important to the outworking of His purpose.  We see change when health, age, death, organizational refinement or other circumstances require an adjustment in position.  Whether male or female, Jehovah values us all.  His son will utilize all of our talents for the best results toward the Kingdom success.  I cannot wait to see what the New World brings.

[Hope]

I loved Brother Flodin's talk- so encouraging! 

 

Now that sisters are meant to measure up to 1 Timothy 3 : 2-4,  I'll be waiting to see when the brothers are encouraged to live up to Proverbs 31!  When the wives praise their husbands in the marketplace...

[Tbs77]

I don't mind going to Costco, Winco, Walmart, and doing laundry, taking out trash and recyclables!... Oh AND THE COOKING!... But that still doesn't measure up to Proverbs 31! Lol

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[timpin]

19 hours ago, Tortuga said:

I have heard they do in some congregations...

 and even on some threads    ...   highly regarded by self, and sometimes quickly ready to give counsel!

Edited March 11, 2016 by timpin