Happy are you whenever men hate you.—Luke 6:22. Although none of Jesus’ apostles were cowards, they all struggled with fear of man. (Mark 14:50, 66-72) How did Jesus help them to progress despite intense pressure from their peers? Jesus took steps to prepare his disciples for the opposition they would later face. (Mark 10:29, 30; Luke 12:4-12) We too need to help each other to overcome fear of man. A challenge is often easier to face when it is anticipated. (John 15:19) For instance, why not prepare simple, reasonable, Bible-based replies to the questions and objections a fellow employee and others may bring up? Above all, we should learn to pray regularly and from the heart. This can help us to draw close to God and make Jehovah our Refuge and Rock.—Ps. 94:21-23; Jas. 4:8
Posted on: Wed, 28 Aug 2013 06:12:42 +0000
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