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“COMEBEMYFOLLOWER”
8 Jesus recognized the spiritual needs of his disciples and
provided for them. (Matthew 4:4; 5:3) In his teaching,
he often gave them special attention. The Sermon on the
Mount was delivered especially for the benefit of his disciples.
(Matthew 5:1, 2, 13-16) When he taught with illustrations,
“privately to his disciples he would explain all
things.” (Mark 4:34) Jesus appointed a “faithful and discreet
slave” to ensure that His followers would be well-fed
spiritually after His return to heaven. This slave class, composed
of Jesus’ spirit-anointed brothers on earth, has been
faithfully providing spiritual “food at the proper time” ever
since the first century C.E.—Matthew 24:45.
9 On the day of his death, Jesus showed in a touching way
his concern for the spiritual welfare of his loved ones. Picture
the scene. Jesus was on the stake, suffering excruciat-
8, 9. (a) What indicates that Jesus recognized the spiritual needs of
his disciples and provided for them? (b) When on the stake, how did
Jesus show his deep concern for the welfare of his mother?
Caring parents show patience and provide for
the needs of their children