Wednesday, May 27 If you become discouraged in the day of distress, your strength will be meager.​—Prov. 24:10.

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Wednesday, May 27

If you become discouraged in the day of distress, your strength will be meager.—Prov. 24:10.

 

Few trials can leave us feeling more discouraged than when a family member or a close friend leaves Jehovah. (Ps. 78:40) The closer our bond is with the person, the more difficult it can be to accept the situation. If you have had such a painful experience, Zadok’s example of loyalty can strengthen you. He remained loyal to Jehovah when his close associate Abiathar chose to be disloyal. This came about when King David lay on his deathbed. His son Adonijah tried to seize the throne that Jehovah had promised to Solomon. (1 Chron. 22:9, 10) Abiathar chose to support Adonijah. (1 Ki. 1:5-8) In doing so, Abiathar was being disloyal not only to David and Zadok but also to Jehovah! For decades, Zadok and Abiathar had worked closely together as priests.—2 Sam. 8:17; 15:29; 19:11-14. w24.076 ¶14-15