Monday, November 10 Make sure of all things.​—1 Thess. 5:21.

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Monday, November 10

Make sure of all things.—1 Thess. 5:21.

 

The Greek word rendered “make sure of” was used in connection with testing precious metals. Thus, we need to test what we hear or what we read to determine whether it is genuine. This will be even more important for us as the great tribulation approaches. Instead of naively accepting what others say, we use our thinking ability to compare what we read or what we hear with what the Bible and Jehovah’s organization say. In doing so, we will not be fooled by any demonic propaganda or trickery. (Prov. 14:15;1 Tim. 4:1) As a group, God’s servants will survive the great tribulation. Individually, though, we do not know what tomorrow will bring. (Jas. 4:14) Still, whether we live through the great tribulation or die before then, we will be rewarded with everlasting life if we remain faithful. May we all focus on our wonderful hope and keep ready for Jehovah’s day! w23.06 13 ¶15-16

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“Make sure of all things” — that’s not doubt; that’s discernment. Gold doesn’t fear the fire, and truth doesn’t either. So test what you hear, weigh it against Jehovah’s Word, and keep what shines. The closer we get to the end, the louder the lies will sound — but the ones who think, who check, who stay awake, will never be fooled. Jehovah’s truth doesn’t need defending; it just needs believers sharp enough to recognize it when the world starts to blur.