17. What should Israel take to heart?

¹⁷ Jehovah next appeals to the Israelites to recall that they are in a privileged, responsible position. They are his witnesses! He says: “Remember these things, O Jacob, and you, O Israel, because you are my servant. I have formed you. You are a servant belonging to me. O Israel, you will not be forgotten on my part.

Isaiah 44:21

18. (a) Why does Israel have reason to rejoice? (b) How can Jehovah’s servants imitate his example of mercy today?

¹⁸ Israel did not form Jehovah. He is not a man-made god. Rather, Jehovah formed Israel to be his chosen servant. And he will prove his Godship once again when he delivers the nation.