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“COMEBEMYFOLLOWER”
which to draw when we share with others the truths of
God’s Word. Parents, for instance, may draw from their
experience in raising children to illustrate Jehovah’s love
for His children. Others may draw examples or illustrations
from secular work, school, or their knowledge of
people and current events. At the same time, we are careful
not to let anything divert attention from our message
—the good news of God’s Kingdom.—1 Timothy 4:16.
Jesus’ Attitude Toward His Ministry
16 Jesus felt that his ministry was a precious treasure.
He delighted in helping people to see his heavenly Father
as He truly is, unobscured by confusing man-made
doctrines and traditions. Jesus loved helping people gain
an approved relationship with Jehovah and the hope
of everlasting life. He delighted in bringing people the
comfort and joy of the good news. How did he show
that he had such feelings? Consider three ways.
17 First, Jesus made the ministry the primary focus of his
life. Talking about the Kingdom was his career, his lifework,
his central interest. That is why, as we noted in
Chapter 5, Jesus wisely kept his life simple. As he counseled
others, he kept his eye focused on what mattered
most. He was not distracted by a lot of things that he
would have to pay for, maintain, and repair or replace
as time went on. He lived simply so that nothing would
needlessly pull him away from his ministry.—Matthew
6:22; 8:20.
18 Second, Jesus expended himself in his ministry. He devoted
immense energy to it, walking literally hundreds
16, 17. (a) What attitude did Jesus have toward his ministry?
(b) How did Jesus show that his ministry was the focus of his life?
18. In what ways did Jesus expend himself in his ministry?