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Jesus both lived and died for his friends
Jesus looked past the faults of his loyal friends and acted in their best interests. For instance, he prayed for his Father to protect them during their trials. Jesus showed consideration for their physical…
Created 10 months ago
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healthy communication
Many problems and misunderstandings can be reduced or eliminated by being open, honest, and kind in our communication. For example, when we make a mistake, do we hesitate to acknowledge it to our mate,…
Created 11 months ago
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Deliverance for us
On their last night before the Exodus, some of the offspring of Israel were in grave danger. Soon, God’s angel would pass through the land of Egypt, killing all the firstborn. Jehovah told Moses that…
Created 11 months ago
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Dignifying fellow humans everywhere
The Jewish religious leaders viewed those who did not know the Law as “accursed people” and treated them as such. It was not so with the Son of God. Martha, Mary, Zacchaeus, and many others heard him…
Created 11 months ago
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Listen to Jesus
Peter, John, and James witnessed the transfiguration. At that time, they heard a voice from heaven say the above. Our obeying the command to listen to the Messiah is a serious matter. (Acts 3:22, 23)…
Created 11 months ago
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The Lamb of God
Throughout the Bible, sheep played a notable role in the remission of sin and approach to God. For instance, after Abraham had demonstrated that he was willing to offer his son Isaac, he was told not…
Created 11 months ago
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Receive the kingdom of God like a young child
On one occasion, Jesus’ disciples tried to prevent people from bringing their young children to Jesus for him to touch. Jesus was not pleased with his disciples. He told them: “Let the young children…
Created 11 months ago
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We have gifts
Some of the gifts Paul mentions—exhorting, presiding—especially concern Christian elders, who are admonished to preside “in real earnest.” That same earnestness should be evident, states Paul, in the…
Created 11 months ago
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Spiritual qualities
Prior to writing those words, Paul had journeyed to Macedonia but had asked Timothy to remain in Ephesus. Why? Some in that city were becoming a divisive influence in the congregation by introducing false…
Created 12 months ago
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Earned a Badge — Created 10 [Public] Notes
2011-06-21
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Let us press on to maturity
Pressing on to maturity requires that we do our utmost to obey Jehovah. As exemplified by Jesus Christ, obedience is often learned from the things suffered. (Heb. 5:8, 9) Before coming to earth, Jesus…
Created 12 months ago
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Superlative covenant
Like Moses, Jesus was a mediator. A mediator acts as a bridge between two parties. Moses mediated the Law covenant between Jehovah and the Israelites. In 33 C.E., Jehovah initiated a better covenant with…
Created 12 months ago
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Do not meddle in the affairs of others
Paul indicated that some people may not be entitled to receive a full or complete answer. He said that “gossipers and meddlers in other people’s affairs” are “talking of things they ought not.” Yes, those…
Created 12 months ago
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Jesus’ outstanding example of love sets
Jesus set the perfect example of love. Everything about him—his speech, his conduct, his teaching, and his sacrificial death—demonstrated his love. To the very end of his life on earth, Jesus showed love…
Created 12 months ago
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Overcoming hostility
Paul doubtless had in mind what we read at Proverbs 25:21, 22: “If the one hating you is hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. For coals are what you are raking…
Created 12 months ago
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Extend friendships
Why did Paul urge the Corinthians to widen out in their love? Consider how the congregation in ancient Corinth got its start. Paul came to Corinth in the fall of 50 C.E. Although his preaching work there…
Created 12 months ago
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The basis for true friendships
The strongest friendships are founded on a love for Jehovah. When Jehovah is the third cord in a friendship, that friendship will endure. True, those who do not love Jehovah can also form rewarding friendships.…
Created 12 months ago
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Rebel against God
When the Israelites murmured and rebelled against Moses, Jehovah took their rebellious actions personally, as directed against him. (Num. 14:26, 27) God has not changed. If we were ever to rebel against…
Created 12 months ago
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Consciência honesta
Será que oramos pedindo espírito santo, rogando a Jeová que nos ajude a demonstrar seu fruto: amor, alegria, paz, longanimidade, benignidade, bondade, fé, brandura e autodomínio? (Luc. 11:13; Gál. 5:22,…
Created about 1 year ago
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Earned a Badge — Created First [Public] Note
2011-06-01
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Perseverança apesar de dificuldades
O que habilita os cristãos a perseverar não importa que provas, dificuldades e problemas enfrentem? Basicamente, é o amor baseado em princípios. Esse amor nos move a ir além de apenas abrirmos mão de…
Created about 1 year ago
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Earned a Badge — Shared a Bible Reference
2011-05-31
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Earned a Badge — Subscribed to First Reading Plan
2011-05-30
Marcos Bezerra
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- João Pessoa
