Explaining Our Beliefs About 1914
1 The Scriptures encourage us to be “ready to make a defense” of our beliefs, “doing so with a mild temper and deep respect.” (1 Peter 3:15) Realistically, we may find it challenging to explain deep Bible truths, such as how we know that the Kingdom started ruling in 1914.
2 Consider the following questions regarding the approach taken by Cameron, the publisher in this scenario.
• How did he use commendation to establish common ground?—Acts 17:22.
• How did he display humility when explaining his beliefs?—Acts 14:15.
3 How grateful we can be to Jehovah, our “Grand Instructor,” for teaching us how to explain deep Bible truths to those who hunger for them!—Isa. 30:20.