Monday, January 11 Be steadfast, immovable, always having plenty to do in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in connection with the Lord.​—1 Cor. 15:58.

[Áine]

Monday, January 11

Be steadfast, immovable, always having plenty to do in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in connection with the Lord.—1 Cor. 15:58.

 

You do not need to be physically strong in order to continue growing stronger spiritually. In fact, many whose physical strength has declined still maintain a fiery determination to keep progressing spiritually. (2 Cor. 4:16) Perhaps you have served Jehovah for many years and now find that failing health prevents you from doing as much as you once did. If so, do not despair. Be assured that Jehovah cherishes the faithful service you have accomplished in the past. (Heb. 6:10) And as for the present, remember that whole-souled devotion is not measured by how much we do in Jehovah’s service. Rather, we reveal the depth of our devotion by showing a positive spirit and by doing all that we physically can. (Col. 3:23) Jehovah understands our limitations and does not require more than we can give.—Mark 12:43, 44. w19.08 3 ¶6; 5 ¶11-12

[Alexa]

Jehovah appreciates our faithful service even though our limited by what we do now. We remember Jehovah wants whole-souled. We now examine the depth of our love to him by how we are positive and exerting all that we can physically give.

[Mamee]

Jehovah appreciate what we can do. He never expects us to give more than what we can give. We should never compare ourselves with others. How comforting to know Jehovah never forget what we have done in the past.