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LIVING AS CHRISTIANS

Follow Christ’s Steps Closely

Follow Christ’s Steps Closely

Jesus set an example for us to imitate, especially when we face trials or persecution. (1Pe 2:21-23) Although Jesus was insulted, he never retaliated, even when undergoing suffering. (Mr 15:29-32) What helped him to endure? He resolved to do Jehovah’s will. (Joh 6:38) He also focused on “the joy that was set before him.”​—Heb 12:2.

How do we react when we are mistreated because of our faith? True Christians do not “return evil for evil.” (Ro 12:14, 17) When we imitate the way Christ endured suffering, we can rejoice because we have God’s approval.​—Mt 5:10-12; 1Pe 4:12-14.

WATCH THE VIDEO JEHOVAH’S NAME IS MOST IMPORTANT, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

  • How did Sister Pötzinger * wisely use her time while in solitary confinement?

  • What sufferings did Brother and Sister Pötzinger endure while in various concentration camps?

  • What helped them to endure?

When suffering, follow Christ’s steps closely

^ par. 6 Name is also spelled Poetzinger.