Our being adequately qualified issues from God.—2 Cor. 3:5.
As an ordained minister, you have a ministry to perform. (Rom. 10:14) You may not feel fully qualified to shoulder such a responsibility. But, as is the case of the anointed, it is God who qualifies you. You can live up to your dedication by doing your best and relying on God’s spirit. Granted, it is not easy for us imperfect humans to live up to our dedication to our perfect God, Jehovah. One complication is that some with whom you once associated may be puzzled at your new way of life and may ‘speak abusively of you.’ (1 Pet. 4:4) Yet, do not overlook the fact that you have since cultivated new friendships, the most important being with Jehovah and Jesus Christ. (Jas. 2:21-23) It is also vital to get to know the brothers and sisters in your local congregation, part of “the whole association of brothers” throughout the world.—1 Pet. 2:17; Prov. 17:17. w10 3/15 2:14, 15
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