Thursday, October 24 Prove yourselves cautious as serpents and yet innocent as doves.​—Matt. 10:16.

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Thursday, October 24

Prove yourselves cautious as serpents and yet innocent as doves.—Matt. 10:16.

 

Preaching and teaching despite opposition brings us joy and peace. In the first century when the Jewish authorities commanded the apostles to stop preaching, those faithful men chose to obey God. They kept preaching, and that work made them happy. (Acts 5:27-29,41, 42) Of course, when our work is restricted, we must be discreet while preaching. But if we do our best, we will have the peace that comes from pleasing Jehovah and from sharing a lifesaving message. Be confident that even during the most difficult times, we can have peace. At such times, we must remember that the peace we need is the peace that only Jehovah can give. Rely on him when you face a disease outbreak, a disaster, or persecution. Stick close to his organization. Look ahead to the marvelous future that awaits you. As you do, “the God of peace will be with you.”—Phil. 4:9. w22.12 21 ¶17-18