If we show loving-kindness to someone, however, we lovingly attach ourselves to that person. In the opening verse, we read: "Give thanks to Jehovah, for he is good; his loyal love endures forever." ( Ps. In response, Ruth said to Boaz: You have comforted me and spoken reassuringly to your servant. (Ruth 2:12,13) The timely words of Boaz gave Ruth the strength she needed to carry on. Jehovah is guarding all those loving him, but all the wicked ones he will annihilate.Psalm 145:18-20. 22 To continue benefiting from our close relationship with Jehovah God, it is also vital that we keep on resisting such spiritually detrimental things as materialism, unwholesome entertainment, an unforgiving spirit, or indifference toward needy ones. 4. And Jehovah moved Boaz to encourage her. 5. (Dan. Abbe Joseph Lemann, a Jew, 1886 The League of Nations is a Jewish idea. 10. 20,21. Who are in need of our expressions of loving-kindness, and what should each of us be determined to do? Note how she expressed her feelings about God: The hand of Jehovah has turned against me. The Almighty has made life very bitter for me. She also said: It is Jehovah who opposed me and the Almighty who caused me calamity.Ruth 1:13, 20,21. 24. Then you will find favor and good insight in the eyes of God and man. A man of loyal love benefits himself. Whoever pursues righteousness and loyal love will find life.Prov. (Jeremiah 31:3) Do you not feel closer to Jehovah for the deep loyalty he has shown and will yet show? How can we imitate the examples of Boaz and Ruth in showing loyal love to others? See more of Weekly Watchtower Study Articles. How painful that must have been for Ruth! He has been with me this whole time! (Read Psalm 136:23,26.) Elders need to give timely and warm encouragement to those who extend loyal love to others. This fine book will surely play an important role in helping Gods loyal ones to draw even closer to him. 8 We can learn much about loyal love by considering some passages from the Bible book of Ruth. (b)How did one elder express his feelings about helping fellow believers? . Why did Naomi conclude that Jehovah was opposing her? 9. What makes the loving-kindness of Bethuel, Joseph, and Ruth especially meaningful, and what moved them to display this quality? WE HAVE good reasons to show loyal love to one another. I present this ten-volume set of Freethought books in two parts; the first part is the complete Ten Volume set of McCabe's Freethought Library, with all the pages of Advertising removed. 9,10. 21 Application: Those who show loyal love to others sometimes need encouragement themselves. And a book of remembrance began to be written up before him for those in fear of Jehovah and for those thinking upon his name. (Malachi 3:16) It pleases Jehovah very much when his loyal ones speak well of him, and he remembers them. WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM THE BOOK OF RUTH ABOUT SHOWING LOYAL LOVE? 21. great in loving-kindness [or, loyal love].Psalm 145:8. Esther 3:7-9; 4:65:1 How did Esther demonstrate godly loyalty toward her people, even at the risk of her life? 5:14. Jehovah understands that oppression can drive the wise one into madness. (Eccl. (John 3:16; Romans 5:8) Jehovahs loyalty draws those who, in their hearts, hunger for righteousness. We can deepen our understanding of what loyal love is by examining how some of Gods servants in the past showed this quality. They were washed ashore on the island of Malta. (Psalm 71:5; 116:12) Because we fear God and practice righteousness, for instance, we enjoy his approval and are spiritually close to him. It also moves us to make sacrifices in order to help them. One of the groups Hitler sent to the concentration camps were Jehovah's Witnesses, where they unjustly endured unspeakable atrocities and lose of life. 15-16. What do we learn from Ruths example? (1Samuel 18:3; 20:15,42) Similarly today, Gods servants show human kindness to mankind in general. 11 Jehovah also shows loyalty by remaining faithful to his word of promise. Loyal love moves us not to give up easily on brothers and sisters who are in distress. For instance, we forge lasting friendships with others. The word loyalty may refer to what kind of relationship? Absaloms revolt gained so much momentum that King David was forced to flee for his life.2Samuel 15:1-6, 12-17. (b)What is the best way to learn what loyalty entails, and why? Similarly today, loving-kindness should especially be shown to those in need. Or would the servants long journey have been in vain? That Jehovahs loyalty is neither blind nor gullible. (1Sam. Such loyalty is not fickle. For one thing, a man of loving-kindness is dealing rewardingly with his own soul. (Proverbs 11:17) How true! 12,13. Ruths decision was an act of true loyal love. (a)What motivates someone to show loyal love? What will help us not to give up easily? 19. 2. 3 Was there no one who remained loyal to David? Like the first-century Macedonians, they do more than what is expected. A sister in need of assistance may at first refuse our help.c Still, loyal love will move us to do our best to stick with her. Ruths loyal love was a blessing to Naomi, Human loving-kindness is extended willingly, is shown by specific action, and is displayed to those in need, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom2002, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom2010. 2 These proverbs mention three reasons why we should show loyal love. (Acts 27:3728:1) Although the Maltese had neither a prior commitment to the stranded voyagers nor an existing relationship with them, the islanders received the strangers hospitably, showing them extraordinary human kindness. (Acts 28:2,7) Their hospitality was kind, but it was incidental and shown to strangers. (b)In what way will Jehovah demonstrate his loyalty to those of his servants who have been persecuted to the point of death? The Jew, who sinned against the light of his revelation, will have a severer retribution than the Gentile who only sinned against the light of his own conscience; and the nations of Christendom who have rejected the gospel will incur a darker doom than the native . . (a)Why should we display loving-kindness? At one point his tumultuous reign was beset by intrigue, with members of his own nation plotting against him. What good reasons do we have to show loyal love to one another? 5 You will surely agree that the better we understand the meaning of loyal love, the better we will be able to show it to our fellow worshippers. For example, when they learn that a natural disaster has occurred, they immediately want to know how they can help. 19. (Psalm 110:3; 1Thessalonians 5:12) Such elders, or overseers, feel a responsibility to live up to the trust conferred upon them by reason of their appointment. 5 You will surely agree that the better we understand the meaning of loyal love, the better we will be able to show it to our fellow worshippers. How did Ruth differ from Orpah, and why was Ruths decision an act of loyal love? (a)What motivates someone to show loyal love? . How does Jehovah satisfy the desire of every living thing? In order to continue his family line, Abraham needed Bethuels cooperation. WELLSVILLE - William F. Davis, 83, passed away on Wednesday (February 22, 2023) at Maple City Rehabilitation and Nursing Center following a lengthy illness. From these we will note that loving-kindness extended by humans is (1)expressed by specific actions, (2)extended willingly, and (3)shown especially to those having a need. Your kind attention to one of Jehovahs precious sheep does not go unnoticed by our God. Because we want to imitate and please Jehovah, who is abundant in loyal love.Ex. Carry on with one another loving-kindness.ZECHARIAH 7:9. . How well does Jehovah provide for the needs of every living thing? 11 Many trials and calamities befall Jehovah Gods loyal ones because of their own imperfection and because they live in a world that is lying in the power of Satan, the wicked one. (1John 5:19; Psalm 34:19) Christians experience persecution. In this article, we will discuss how Jehovah shows loyal love to humans. 16,17. (a)How do Gods present-day servants show loving-kindness by actions? How does Jehovah demonstrate loyalty regarding his standards? No matter what the cause, all such dear ones have needs that can and should be filled by our willing and enduring acts of loving-kindness.1Thessalonians 5:14. 17 What do we learn from this? (1Timothy 1:17) It is urgent that people learn about Jehovahs everlasting kingship and take their stand as its supporters. First, showing loyal love makes us precious in Gods eyes. . When Naomi learned that Jehovah had turned his attention to his people by giving them food, she decided to return to her home. Indeed, they kept ridiculing the messengers of the true God, and they despised his words and mocked his prophets. With what result? (1John 2:15-17; 3:15-17) If not corrected, such pursuits and traits can result in the practice of serious sin and the eventual loss of Jehovahs approval. 12:25, ftn. Because of a famine in Israel, Naomi, her husband, and two sons moved to Moab. 13 We gain further insight into loyal love by considering what happened to Naomi after the death of her husband and two sons. 22 After some time had passed, Boaz provided a generous gift of food for Ruth and Naomi. How did Jehovah react to Naomis bitter words? Such timely and warm commendation will give the brothers and sisters the strength they need to carry on.Read Isaiah 32:1,2. What questions will we consider in this article? I'll show you my likeness one day. Ruth had gone out of her way to help Naomi. Yet, she stuck with Naomi. It also moves us to make sacrifices in order to help them. (Prov. Third, pursuing loyal love leads to future blessings, including everlasting life. If it were not for earths abundant vegetation of the land and plants of the sea, aquatic creatures, birds, and land animals would have no oxygen to breathe or food to eat. 19. 1936, Freethinker's Library, by Joseph McCabe. 16 Of course, as a nation the Israelites failed to demonstrate appreciation for Jehovahs loyal love, for after their deliverance they continued to sin against [Jehovah] by rebelling against the Most High. (Psalm 78:17) Over the centuries, they rebelled again and again, leaving Jehovah and turning to false gods and pagan practices that brought nothing but defilement. Why do kindhearted brothers and sisters reach out to those who are distressed? What contrast is there between Jehovah and human rulers? How can it be said that Jehovah alone is loyal? Years after Jonathans death, David still continued to show loyal love to Jonathans son Mephibosheth.1Sam. Such love is denoted by a Hebrew word translated "loving-kindness," or "loyal love." King David of ancient Israel deeply appreciated God's loving-kindness. (Genesis 24:12, 14,27) Would Bethuel be willing to do the same by allowing Rebekah to go with Abrahams servant? (Gal. How grateful Naomi must have been that Ruth and Boaz did not give up on her! 6 Jehovahs loyal servants can also be identified by their courage and initiative in speaking to people who are not worshipers of the true God. 17. 2 Jehovah shows love for his true worshipers in a precious, lasting way. 17 Because we are considering the example of Naomi, we refer to sisters in need. (a)What examples are there of spiritual food that came in the right season? Ruth tells Naomi: Where you go I will go (See paragraph13), 13. His heart moved him to show loyal love to his dear friend Jonathan even though Jonathans father wanted to kill David. 24. (b)How does loyalty differ from faithfulness? (Dan. Draw Close to Jehovah, Share 13 Did you notice how Bethuel, Joseph, and Ruth expressed their loving-kindness? In this way, Jehovah draws close to us, letting us know him. Despite being banned and persecuted, however, Gods loyal ones kept on preaching the good news of the Kingdom. 22 After some time had passed, Boaz provided a generous gift of food for Ruth and Naomi. a Jehovah wants us to show loyal love to our brothers and sisters in the congregation. His Word says that the righteous one will be like a tree planted by streams of water, a tree that produces fruit in its season, the foliage of which does not wither. How can we imitate Jehovah in showing loyal love? Consider an example. 20. 3. . 14, 15. God is love.. How does Jehovah show appreciation for the loyalty of his servants? THE WATCHTOWERSTUDY EDITION November2021, Audio download options (1Sam. Yet, in all his years with the company, he may never have met any of the directors. 9 Abrahams grandson Jacob also received loving-kindness. For instance, we forge lasting friendships with others. 20:9, 14, 15; 2Sam. 8 We can learn much about loyal love by considering some passages from the Bible book of Ruth. 5-6. They love their brothers and sisters, and they are eager to do whatever they can to help them. 18,19. has not failed in his loyal love. What might have contributed to Naomis changed attitude? 6. 5:1) Therefore, we desire to develop warm feelingsa deep and enduring attachmentfor our spiritual brothers and sisters.Read Mark 10:29,30. Shattered glass and toppling masonry. PRIVACY SETTINGS, Continue Showing Loyal Love to One Another, https://assetsnffrgf-a.akamaihd.net/assets/m/2021646/univ/art/2021646_univ_sqr_xl.jpg, THE WATCHTOWERSTUDY EDITION November2021, https://assetsnffrgf-a.akamaihd.net/assets/a/w/E/202111/wpub/w_E_202111_lg.jpg, Share In response, Ruth said to Boaz: You have comforted me and spoken reassuringly to your servant. (Ruth 2:12,13) The timely words of Boaz gave Ruth the strength she needed to carry on. After all, Bethuel was under no legal obligation to part with his daughter. 7 Genesis 24:28-67 relates the rest of the story of Abrahams servant, mentioned in the preceding article. To whom should we extend it? They do so primarily by praising him or by speaking well of him. Jehovah understands that oppression can drive the wise one into madness. (Eccl. After all, a person might be faithful merely out of a sense of duty. Consider the example of David. Since 2001, the literature produced by the Watch Tower Society is said to have been "published by Jehovah's Witnesses". (b)According to Hebrews 13:16, what sacrifices are pleasing to God? His heart moved him to show loyal love to his dear friend Jonathan even though Jonathans father wanted to kill David. 21. 7 Since 1914, there has been added reason to speak about Jehovahs kingship. The word loyalty may refer to what kind of relationship? I. Along the way, however, three times Naomi urged the women to return to Moab. But Ruth did not give up. When Naomi saw that Ruth insisted on going with her, she stopped trying to convince her.Ruth 1:15-18. The woman he had chosen for his idol the shrine at which his pure devotions of heart and soul were offeredwas a gay and beautiful Creole from New Orleans, who, with her mother, and a young gentleman who appeared in the capacity of friend . Loyal love moves us not to give up easily on brothers and sisters who are in distress. 3:3,4; 11:17, ftn. The moon is called a faithful witness, but only intelligent living creatures can truly reflect Jehovahs loyalty. 5. THE WATCHTOWERSTUDY EDITION November2021, Share The ACLU works through litigation and lobbying and has over 1,800,000 members as of July 2018, with an annual budget of over $300 million. Second, by showing loyal love, we benefit ourselves. Spurned lover. While there, Naomis husband died. When someone in the congregation falls on hard times, they do not hesitate to reach out to that person and help in practical ways. 10. By listening, we can help a discouraged brother or sister (See paragraph12). (2Samuel 22:26) What is loyalty, and how does Jehovah provide the loftiest example of this quality? . (a)With what attitude do Christian elders shepherd the flock? Before his death, Jesus promised that the faithful and discreet slave would provide Jesus followers with spiritual food at the proper time. (Matthew 24:45) The remnant of the 144,000 anointed ones make up that slave class today. How does loyal love compare with loyalty? Then you will find favor and good insight in the eyes of God and man. A man of loyal love benefits himself. Whoever pursues righteousness and loyal love will find life.Prov. Deal with one another in loyal love and mercy.ZECH. 11. . (a)Today, what choice do loving brothers and sisters make? 15-16. How do we benefit from showing loyal love? He will continue to work there until he retires, unless he is offered a better position elsewhere. What are some of them? Because we want to imitate and please Jehovah, who is abundant in loyal love.Ex. For example, when they learn that a natural disaster has occurred, they immediately want to know how they can help. 24 What have we learned from the book of Ruth about loyal love? Earlier, she had cried out in pain: Jehovah . The psalmist tells us: He is guarding the lives of his loyal ones; he rescues them from the hand of the wicked. (Psalm 97:10) Consider his dealings with the nation of Israel. Indeed, we have good reasons for heeding Jehovahs reminder: Deal with one another in loyal love and mercy.Zech. Third, pursuing loyal love leads to future blessings, including everlasting life. (b)Why will we consider some passages from the book of Ruth? (Isaiah 46:4) Hence, we can have confidence that we will benefit by following the clear moral direction found in Gods Word.Isaiah 48:17-19. Explain how Jehovahs dealings with Israel highlight his loyalty. Loyal love is motivated by commitment, integrity, loyalty, and deep attachment. (Genesis 24:51,58) Joseph showed his loving-kindness without outside prodding. (Psalm 104:14) However, Jehovah sees to it that all their needs are satisfied. 14. What was the result? More is involved than faithfulness. Gods Word clearly shows that any last-minute use of his name by the wicked has always proved to be in vain.Proverbs 1:28,29; Micah 3:4; Luke 13:24,25. (a)How did Ruth show loving-kindness to Naomi? What gave Ruth the strength she needed to carry on? ; 24:10) This is in line with the apostle Pauls admonition: Speak consolingly to those who are depressed, support the weak, be patient toward all.1Thess. Yes, he pays attention to what they say. 23 For more information on the role of Boaz as repurchaser, see the article Imitate Their FaithAn Excellent Woman, in The Watchtower of October1, 2012, p.20. 18 Gods punishment of the wicked is in itself an act of loyalty. In the Bible, what motive stands out in the acts of loyal love shown among Gods people? Today, as in the past, many of our brothers and sisters have chosen to show loyal love for fellow believers, even to those whom they do not know personally. 13 We gain further insight into loyal love by considering what happened to Naomi after the death of her husband and two sons. One indication is found in the book of Revelation in the commands that Jehovah issues to seven angels: Go and pour out the seven bowls of the anger of God on the earth. When the third angel pours his bowl into the rivers and the springs of water, they become blood. Moreover, millions of Bible study aids continue to be published in over 300 languages. 6 When we consider how much Jehovah and Jesus love us, we are moved to love them in return. . 8 To benefit fully from this article, we encourage you to read for yourself Ruth chapters1 and2. 20 Throughout history, Jehovah has shown remarkable loyalty toward faithful humans. Your kind attention to one of Jehovahs precious sheep does not go unnoticed by our God. The second part, after page 343, is the same complete Ten Volume set, including all the advertising as . This phrase is a translation of the Hebrew word khesed. How can we apply these lessons in our congregation?b. 2 Moreover, the Scriptures tell us: He that is pursuing righteousness and loving-kindness will find life. (Proverbs 21:21) Yes, our pursuing loving-kindness will endear us to God and will put us in line for future blessings, including life everlasting. 10 In addition, Jehovah demonstrates loyalty to his servants by remaining true to his standards. KJV Numbers 14:1 And all the congregation lifted up their voice, and cried; and the people wept that night. 14 It is heartwarming to see how Gods servants today continue to express loving-kindness by actions. GOD is love. (1John 4:8) That heartwarming phrase proves that Jehovahs way of ruling is based on love. How does Jehovah demonstrate loyalty regarding his standards? (2Cor. Gods loyal ones take delight in discussing his mighty acts, Jehovahs servants courageously help strangers to learn about the glory of his kingship, Jehovah provides food for every living thing, Animals: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabrceno, Jehovah gives strength and guidance to his loyal ones, who seek his help in prayer, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom1980, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom (Study)2021, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom1990, The Watchtower Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom2004. Naomi herself indicated that Ruth was free to stay in Moab. NIV Numbers 14:1 That night all the people of the community raised their voices and wept aloud. He may not always agree with the policies of that company. (Mark 10:29,30). 3 Normal human kindness and loving-kindness differ in various ways. Will their reverential fear of God and love for him prove to be in vain? As Moses was told, Jehovah will by no means leave the guilty unpunished.Exodus 34:6,7. 16,17. Just as Boaz reassured Ruth that her kindness had not gone unnoticed, observant elders today gratefully acknowledge the help that loving brothers and sisters provide. One way to prove loyal to Jehovah is by showing respect for an unbelieving marriage mate (See paragraph 9) 9 In South America, Olga [1] proved loyal to God by showing respect for her husband even under trying circumstances. How is spiritual food being provided today? After their miraculous deliverance through the Red Sea, the Israelites proclaimed in song to Jehovah: In your loyal love you have led the people whom you have redeemed. (Exodus 15:13) The deliverance at the Red Sea certainly was an act of loyal love on Jehovahs part. He will continue to work there until he retires, unless he is offered a better position elsewhere. 5 Does Jehovah take note when his loyal ones praise him? When Ruth offered to accompany her mother-in-law to Judah, Naomi at first objected. How can we imitate the examples of Boaz and Ruth in showing loyal love to others? What happened in 1914, and what proof is there that God now reigns through the Kingdom of his Son? She told them: I was full when I went, but Jehovah made me return empty-handed. (Ruth 1:21) Imagine how Ruth must have felt on hearing those words from Naomi! 4 As we learned in the preceding article, Jehovah reserves his loyal lovehis enduring feelings of loving attachmentfor those who love him and serve him. . Since the needy have no authority over the powerful, the loving-kindness shown in such a case is displayed willingly, not under compulsion. 17:17. 11 Loyal love moves us to reach out to those in distress. While the nations were in the thick of battle during World WarII, Jehovahs people were helped to focus on something far more important than their own salvation. As described at Isaiah 32:1, 2, what will caring elders provide? (b)In what way was the last instance of Ruths loving-kindness better than the first? Third, pursuing loyal love leads to future blessings, including everlasting life. For instance, we forge lasting friendships with others. 13 But Jehovahs loyal love endures forever in another sense as well. Along the way, however, three times Naomi urged the women to return to Moab. Instead, through the prophet Jeremiah, Jehovah implored his people: Return, Orenegade Israel . As you read those verses, you cannot help but be struck by the many ways in which Jehovah demonstrated loyal love toward his people. The apostle Paul acknowledged this and expressed his appreciation when . The psalmist wrote: I was once young and now I am old, but I have not seen anyone righteous abandoned, nor his children looking for bread. When he foretells something, it comes to pass. | Your people will be my people, and your God my God. (Ruth 1:16) Ruth later expressed her loving-kindness when she indicated her willingness to marry Naomis elderly relative Boaz.a (Deuteronomy 25:5,6; Ruth 3:6-9) He told Ruth: You have expressed your loving-kindness better in the last instance than in the first instance, in not going after the young fellows whether lowly or rich.Ruth 3:10. 14 Jehovah has time and again demonstrated his loyalty. (See paragraphs20-21). The supreme name of God is YHWH (also known as Yahweh or Jehovah). a Interestingly, the word rendered loyalty at 2Samuel 22:26 is elsewhere translated loyal love.. 20 Give timely encouragement. 1,2. How did Bethuel, Joseph, and Ruth exercise their loving-kindness? 20. Who are the vessels of mercy, and how does Jehovah show loyalty to them? . 14 Unlike animals, humans have a spiritual need. In that same year, the November1 issue of The Watchtower contained an article entitled Neutrality. As a result of the clear information presented, Jehovahs Witnesses around the world saw the need to maintain strict neutrality in the affairs of the warring nations. What will help us to stick with someone who is distressed? Is he not Gods chief loyal one? ^ par. All too often, close companions are ready to crush one another. Increasingly, we hear of spouses who abandon their mates. Indeed, Gods loyal ones make known to the sons of men his mighty acts and the glory of the splendor of his kingship. (Psalm 145:12) Do you seek and take full advantage of opportunities to speak to strangers about Jehovahs kingship? This book, produced by the faithful and discreet slave and published by Jehovahs Witnesses, focuses on Jehovah Gods marvelous qualities, including those mentioned in Psalm 145. What benefits come to those who show loyal love? 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