Friday, July 16 Should we not more readily submit ourselves to the Father?​—Heb. 12:9.

[Áine]

Friday, July 16

Should we not more readily submit ourselves to the Father?—Heb. 12:9.

 

We should submit to Jehovah because he is our Creator. As such, he has the right to set standards for his creation. (Rev. 4:11) But we have another compelling reason to obey him—his way of ruling is the best. Throughout history, many human rulers have had a measure of power and authority over others. In comparison to them, Jehovah is the wisest and the most loving, merciful, and compassionate Ruler of all. (Ex. 34:6; Rom. 16:27; 1 John 4:8) We submit to Jehovah by doing our best to obey him in all things and by resisting the urge to rely on our own understanding. (Prov. 3:5) We find it easier to submit to Jehovah as we come to know his beautiful qualities. Why? Because these qualities are reflected in all that he does. (Ps. 145:9) The more we learn about Jehovah, the more we will love him. And when we love Jehovah, we do not need a long list of rules telling us what to do and what not to do. w19.09 14 ¶1, 3

[New World Explorer]

58 minutes ago, Anniebea said:

And when we love Jehovah, we do not need a long list of rules telling us what to do and what not to do

I love this part. 

[Vinnie]

 Satan has convinced many in the world that guns are needed to keep peace and violence is the solution to protecting oneself. My co-worker recently got into a drunken brawl and was beaten severely. The stubbornness of his heart shows that he do not know Jehovah, nor the ways of peace and love. To him it's such a foreign concept that it's an impossibility to achieve.. How happy we are to be taught by a loving God who truly wants the best for us and teaches us the best way of living in peace and harmony with one another. We are happy and willing to submit to Jehovah's ways.

[Tortuga]

16 hours ago, Anniebea said:

And when we love Jehovah, we do not need a long list of rules telling us what to do and what not to do.

I love this part too. It's easier to have rules and make rules but Jehovah, who designed us, wants us to use our wisdom, discernment and our heart to show our obedience and love. 

 

We are full of questions about what to do in life, but the answer to most questions is ..love...