Sunday, December 23 Noah [was] a preacher of righteousness.​—2 Pet. 2:5.

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Sunday, December 23

Noah [was] a preacher of righteousness.—2 Pet. 2:5.

 

As “a preacher of righteousness,” Noah faithfully proclaimed the warning message he had been given. No doubt, doing so helped Noah keep his faith strong. In addition to preaching, he also used his physical and mental abilities to accomplish the God-assigned work of building an ark. (Heb. 11:7) Like Noah, we strive to have “plenty to do in the work of the Lord.” (1 Cor. 15:58) Such work may include the construction and maintenance of facilities for worship, volunteering to assist at assemblies and conventions, or caring for assignments at a branch office or a remote translation office. Above all, we stay busy in the preaching work, knowing that this work strengthens our hope for the future. Indeed, sharing in the preaching work fortifies our resolve not to give up in the race for life.—1 Cor. 9:24. w17.01 1:8, 9