*** w11 7/15 p. 28 par. 16 God’s Rest—What Is It? ***
We can enter into Jehovah’s rest—or join him in his rest—by obediently working in harmony with his advancing purpose as it is revealed to us through his organization.
*** w10 4/15 p. 10 par. 12 Holy Spirit’s Role in the Outworking of Jehovah’s Purpose ***
By being obedient and loyal to the direction received from the earthly part of God’s organization, you show that you are keeping pace with Jehovah’s celestial chariot and are working in harmony with his holy spirit.—Heb. 13:17.
*** w07 2/1 p. 24 par. 12 Never Cease Growing in Your Appreciation ***
And as was true of Noah, our success depends on obedience. We must obediently follow the direction Jehovah provides through his Word and his organization.—Matthew 24:14; 28:19, 20.
*** w98 8/15 p. 19 par. 12 Strengthening Our Confidence in God’s Righteousness ***
Let us be convinced that obeying Jehovah, following the direction given through his organization and accepting his decisions, is the right thing to do. We are convinced that “it will turn out well with those fearing the true God.”—Ecclesiastes 8:12.
*** w91 9/15 pp. 17-18 par. 12 “Help Me Out Where I Need Faith!” ***
To ensure their salvation, Noah and his family needed to exercise faith. This meant following instructions and the leadings of God’s holy spirit. During the great tribulation, it will be just as imperative that we follow the leadings of the holy spirit and obey Jehovah’s instructions through his organization. Then we will have no reason to worry and ask: ‘How will our spiritual and material needs be satisfied? What provision will be made for older persons or for those requiring special medical care or treatment? How will Jehovah make it possible for us to survive into the new world?’ With strong faith, all of Jehovah’s loyal servants will leave everything in his capable hands.—Compare Matthew 6:25-33.
*** w88 4/1 p. 31 Is Obedience Always Proper? ***
When our heavenly Father, Jehovah God, speaks, whether through his Word, the Bible, or through his earthly organization, it is all the more important for us to listen and obey, thus proving that we are obedient worshipers who do not ignore the loving reminder: “Did you hear me?”
*** w66 3/1 p. 148 par. 18 The Additional Obligations of the Overseer ***
Show respect for God’s visible organization, be cooperative and be quick to obey theocratic instructions and be willing to accept counsel.
*** w63 6/15 p. 365 par. 14 Flee from Desires Incidental to Youth ***
It is vital for youth to develop respect for others and be obedient to those over them as they go along in daily life. Show obedience to parents, to Jehovah God’s organization and to the overseers God has placed in his congregation.
*** w62 8/15 p. 493 par. 21 Children, Do You Obey Jehovah? ***
If you want to obey Jehovah you will engage regularly in the ministerial activities that are arranged by the theocratic organization
*** w61 9/1 p. 539 Staying Awake as Approved Slaves ***
And lastly, we can stay awake by being respectful and obedient to the organization, the Watch Tower Society and its appointed servants. Yes, “remember those who are governing you, . . . and as you contemplate how their conduct turns out imitate their faith.”—Heb. 13:7.
*** w59 5/1 p. 269 par. 7 Attain Completeness in the New World Society ***
To hold to the headship of Christ, it is therefore necessary to obey the organization that he is personally directing. Doing what the organization says is to do what he says. Resisting the organization is to resist him. Furthermore, the order of things requires that the men take the lead in being obedient to Christ’s instructions through God’s Word and his organization.
*** w56 3/15 p. 178 par. 9 Is This Treasure for You? ***
This obedience and willingness to serve are what Jehovah God expects of those who accept the treasure of full-time service. Persons who are stubborn and self-willed are of no value to him. He wants servants who delight to do his will and gladly obey whatever instructions are given them through the theocratic organization.
*** w56 6/1 p. 346 par. 13 Keep Pace by Conforming to Theocratic Requirements ***
Obedience to and respect for theocratic representation are a requirement in Jehovah’s organization. “Let the older men who preside in a right way be reckoned worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard in speaking and teaching.” (1 Tim. 5:17, NW) Jehovah is responsible for the organization of his creatures and delegates power and authority to these and directs what honor should be given them
*** w56 11/15 p. 698 par. 5 Blessings Through Service ***
Therefore as you witness this, and if you too desire peace, prosperity and Jehovah’s blessing, then bring your life into obedience to the will of Jehovah God and be in subjection to theocratic rule, recognizing those who have the authority over you in Jehovah’s pure and happy organization.
*** w53 2/1 p. 93 par. 18 Saved from Wrath to Come ***
In the same manner Jehovah will at the end of this world deliver those in whom he finds delight, because of their devotion to him. He will reward them according to their righteousness demonstrated by reliance in him and faithful obedience in service with his mighty organization.
*** w53 8/15 p. 500 par. 27 Living Now as a New World Society ***
If we have faith in the Kingdom, if we are lovingly loyal to God’s anointed King, we shall be glad to obey his instructions and arrangements through his visible theocratic organization.
