Tuesday, September 20 They all abandoned him and fled.​—Mark 14:50.

[Áine]

Tuesday, September 20

They all abandoned him and fled.—Mark 14:50.

 

How did Jesus treat his apostles when they were temporarily in a weakened condition? Shortly after his resurrection, Jesus told some of his followers: “Have no fear! Go, report to my brothers [that I was raised].” (Matt. 28:10a) Jesus did not give up on his apostles. Even though they had abandoned him, he still called them “my brothers.” Like Jehovah, Jesus was merciful and forgiving. (2 Ki. 13:23) Likewise, we have deep concern for those who have stopped sharing in the ministry. They are our brothers and sisters, and we love them! We still remember the labors of love that those fellow believers performed in the past—some perhaps for decades. (Heb. 6:10) We truly miss them! (Luke 15:4-7) So encourage inactive ones to attend the congregation meetings. And when an inactive one arrives at the Kingdom Hall, we should take the initiative by warmly welcoming him. w20.11 6 ¶14-17

[Wayne]

"Abandoned him  "NO""  🤗
     Read Lam. 3: 19-22.

We're never forced serve him, nor compelled to remain with his adversary. Mal. 3:7 shows the depth of his love " Return to me, and I will return to you.”

Daily text - Tuesday, September 20
They all abandoned him and fled.—Mark 14:50.