Wednesday, December 17 He is holy to Jehovah all the days of his Naziriteship.​—Num. 6:8.

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Wednesday, December 17

He is holy to Jehovah all the days of his Naziriteship.—Num. 6:8.

 

Do you treasure your relationship with Jehovah? No doubt you do! Since ancient times, untold multitudes have felt the same way as you do. (Ps. 104:33, 34) Many have made sacrifices to worship Jehovah. That was certainly the case with those in ancient Israel known as Nazirites, or dedicated ones. This term aptly describes the zealous Israelites who made certain personal sacrifices to serve Jehovah in a special way. The Mosaic Law allowed for a man or a woman to make a special vow to Jehovah by choosing to live as a Nazirite for a period of time. (Num. 6:1, 2) That vow, or solemn promise, involved following guidelines that the rest of the Israelites did not have to observe. Why, then, would an Israelite choose to take the Nazirite vow? Such an Israelite was likely motivated by deep love for Jehovah and sincere gratitude for His rich blessing.—Deut. 6:5; 16:17. w24.02 14 ¶1-2

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Many brothers and sisters today reflect the spirit shown by the Nazirites, not through a formal vow, but through thoughtful, intentional choices. To make room for the ministry, they simplify routines, adjust employment, or set aside personal preferences. Some are able to commit to a specific hour requirement as auxiliary pioneers or regular pioneers, while others give what circumstances allow.

 

Notice, though, that Jehovah does not measure devotion by a title or a number. What he values is the willing heart that arranges life around sacred service. As the Scriptures assure us: “God is not unrighteous so as to forget your work and the love you showed for his name.” —Hebrews 6:10, NWT.

 

Often, those sacrifices are supported by quiet cooperation within the family. A mate’s encouragement, a family’s flexibility, or a shared willingness to adjust schedules can make faithful service possible. That cooperation is not secondary; it is part of the offering itself. The Bible reminds us: “Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their hard work.” —Ecclesiastes 4:9, NWT.

 

Whether family members serve alongside one another or support the ministry through patience and understanding, Jehovah sees the unity behind the effort, and he treasures the spirit that moves a household to put Kingdom interests first.

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