Take your stand against him, firm in the faith, knowing that the same kind of sufferings are being experienced by the entire association of your brothers in the world.​—1 Peter 5:9.

The apostle Peter wrote those words to encourage Christians to endure the hardships heaped on them by Satan. The experiences of “those who have endured” teach us how to remain steadfast and remind us that our faithful course will be rewarded. (James 5:11) Perhaps you face bitter opposition, even persecution, from enemies of true worship. Or you are a congregation elder or a circuit overseer who feels the weight of your heavy responsibilities. Meditate on the example of Paul. He faced numerous “things of an external kind” by vicious persecutors, and he felt daily pressure on account of his anxiety for the congregations. (2 Corinthians 11:23-29) Yet, he refused to give up, and his example strengthened others. (2 Corinthians 1:6) When you endure hardship, remember that your example is likely encouraging others to endure.

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