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Post by Admin on Mar 20, 2013 13:37:24 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Mar 20, 2013 13:39:12 GMT -5
Mch 184. What sources did Luke consult when compiling his gospel? (Luke 1:3) (Mark 2:28)[w09 3/15 p. 32, par. 4][/u]that we can read in his Gospel. (Luke 1:3; 3:23-38) While the records Luke consulted were not inspired, his resulting Gospel certainly was. And that Gospel remains valuable for us."[/ul] Mch 255. The fact that Satan looks for "a convenient time" to test our integrity, should move us to do what? (Luke 4:13)[w11 1/15 p. 23, par. 10][/u] Satan often attacks when he perceives that his target is at its weakest point. So whenever we feel tired or discouraged, we should be more determined than ever to petition Jehovah for his protective help and holy spirit.—2 Cor. 12:8-10.[/ul] Mch 256. How are we to apply the words recorded at Luke 6: 27, 28? [w08 5/15 p. 8, par. 4][/i].” (Luke 6:27, 28) Like first-century individuals who took Jesus’ sayings to heart, we “do good to those hating” us by responding to their hostility with gracious actions. We “bless those cursing” us by speaking to them in a kind way. And we “pray for those persecuting” us with physical violence or other forms of “insulting” treatment. Such petitions are loving requests that persecutors might have a change of heart and take action that brings them Jehovah’s favor. [/ul] Mch 256. How are we to apply the words recorded at Luke 6: 27, 28? [w08 5/15 p. 8, par. 4][/i].” (Luke 6:27, 28) Like first-century individuals who took Jesus’ sayings to heart, we “do good to those hating” us by responding to their hostility with gracious actions. We “bless those cursing” us by speaking to them in a kind way. And we “pray for those persecuting” us with physical violence or other forms of “insulting” treatment. Such petitions are loving requests that persecutors might have a change of heart and take action that brings them Jehovah’s favor. [/ul] April 17. Why could Jesus forgive a woman for her sins before he died as the ransom sacrifice? (Luke 7: 37 48) [w10 8/15 pp. 6-7][/u] He could now forgive those who exercised faith in his promises. During pre-Christian times, Jehovah counted a number of individuals as righteous. Among them were Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Rahab, and Job. [...] (Rom. 3:25, 26) Based on the ransom sacrifice of Jesus that was to be provided in the future, Jehovah could pardon David’s transgressions without compromising His own requirements for justice. Evidently, the situation of the woman who anointed Jesus’ feet was similar. She had lived an immoral life, but she had repented. She recognized her need for redemption from sin and showed by her actions that she truly appreciated the person through whom Jehovah provided that redemption. Though still future, that sacrifice was so certain that its value could already be applied to individuals like her. Hence, Jesus told her: “Your sins are forgiven.”[/ul]
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Post by Admin on Mar 31, 2013 12:19:35 GMT -5
April 158. In what sense are Christ's followers to "hate" their relatives? (Luke 14: 26) [w08 3/15 p. 22 par. 1; w92 7/15 p. 9 pars. 3-5][/i].” (Luke 6:27, 28) Like first-century individuals who took Jesus’ sayings to heart, we “do good to those hating” us by responding to their hostility with gracious actions. We “bless those cursing” us by speaking to them in a kind way. And we “pray for those persecuting” us with physical violence or other forms of “insulting” treatment. Such petitions are loving requests that persecutors might have a change of heart and take action that brings them Jehovah’s favor. [/ul] April 229. What effect will the "signs in sun and the moon and the stars" have on humans? (Luke 21: 25) [w97 4/1 p. 15 par. 8-9][/u][/i].” (Matthew 24:29, 30) [...] At that particular time, the prophecy of Luke 21:28 applies. Jesus said: “As these things start to occur, raise yourselves erect and lift your heads up, because your deliverance is getting near.” God’s enemies will be trembling with fear because they will know that the supernatural events taking place come from Jehovah. But Jehovah’s servants will rejoice because they will know that their deliverance is getting near. [/ul] April 2910. How can we imitate Jesus' way of praying when we face trials that are particularly severe? (Luke 22: 44) [w07 8/1 p. 6 par. 2][/i]” (Luke 22:44) Jesus had prayed earnestly before, but on this occasion, faced with the most severe test of his earthly life, he prayed “more earnestly”—and his prayer was answered. (Hebrews 5:7) Spiritually-minded people follow Jesus’ example. When faced with trials that are particularly severe, they pray “more earnestly” to God for holy spirit, guidance, and support. [/ul]
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Post by Admin on May 4, 2013 10:08:53 GMT -5
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