Tuesday, October 29 By him we have life and move and exist.​—Acts 17:28.

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Tuesday, October 29

By him we have life and move and exist.—Acts 17:28.

 

Imagine that a friend gave you a very old but priceless painting—a masterpiece. It has some discoloration, stains, and cracks. Despite the imperfections, the painting is valued at millions of dollars. Surely you would appreciate and protect that piece of art. Similarly, Jehovah has given us a valuable gift, the gift of life. In fact, Jehovah shows how much he values our life by giving his Son as a ransom for us. (John 3:16) Jehovah is the Source of life. (Ps. 36:9) The apostle Paul acknowledged this truth when he said: “By him we have life and move and exist.” (Acts 17:25, 28) So we can appropriately refer to our life as a gift from God. He lovingly provides us with what we need to stay alive. (Acts 14:15-17) But Jehovah does not preserve our lives miraculously. Rather, he expects us to care for our physical and spiritual health to the best of our ability.—2 Cor. 7:1. w23.02 20 ¶1-2

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Jehovah is the Source of life. He IS life energy itself. Humans are not going to be immortal, even when they are perfect.

 

Adam had perfection of mind and body, but if he fell from a cliff, he’d either get maimed or be killed. He would get sick if he ate wood, dust, or poisonous plants.

 

And we humans don’t have life in ourselves, that’s the sole possession of Jehovah, Jesus, and the 144000. All others have to take care of themselves, and depend on outside sources, such as healthy food and water, plus exercise.  Spiritually, we have to feed on God’s Word to maintain our spiritual health.