34:5-7

Appreciation for Jehovah’s qualities helped Moses to deal patiently with the Israelites. Similarly, if we deepen our understanding of Jehovah’s qualities, we can deal mercifully with fellow believers.

• “Merciful and compassionate”: Jehovah looks after his worshippers with tender love and deep concern, just as parents look after their children

• “Slow to anger”: Jehovah is patient with his servants, putting up with their shortcomings and giving them time to make changes

• “Abundant in loyal love”: Jehovah forges an unfailing bond of loyal love with his people

ASK YOURSELF, ‘How can I imitate Jehovah’s mercy and compassion?’