TROUBLES THE WORLD HAS NEVER SEEN!

[Bible Speaks]

TROUBLES THE WORLD HAS NEVER SEEN!

       In response, you might direct attention to the very beginning of mankindÂ’s troubles. GOD created the first human couple in his image and likeness—they were perfect. Yet, they introduced sin and death into the human family and thus into our life. They took sides with Satan the Devil on the issue of who has the supreme right to rule mankind. (Genesis 1:26; 3:1-19)

      Over the centuries, Satan has tried to prove that if humans are given an incentive to do otherwise, they will not serve JEHOVAH. You know that Satan has failed. JESUS CHRIST and many other servants of JEHOVAH have kept integrity to GOD and have shown that they serve HIM out of love. (Hebrews 12:1-3) Can you not think of any by name who are thus serving GOD loyally 

      You will note that some of the prophets drew attention to the luxurious lifestyle of people who were neglecting the worship of JEHOVAH. The prophets admonished GOD'S people to ‘set their heart upon their ways’ and to transform their lives. (Haggai 1:2-5; 2:15, 18; Amos 3:14, 15; 5:4-6)

      Yes, the prophets were showing the people how to live. Those who accepted that exhortation showed that JEHOVAH is their Sovereign, thereby proving Satan a liar. JEHOVAH will prove loyal to such ones when HE annihilates HIS enemies.—2 Samuel 22:26.

      This description may be figurative, but we can conclude from it that GOD'S acts will bring disastrous effects on the earth and its inhabitants. Not on all humans, though. The same prophets pointed to abundant blessings for those who “search for what is good” and thus keep living.—Amos 5:14; Joel 3:17, 18; Micah 4:3, 4. - Bible Speaks -