5. Overcome possible obstacles to baptism

When we decide to dedicate ourselves to Jehovah and get baptized, we all face challenges. To see an example, play the VIDEO, and then discuss the questions that follow.

VIDEO: Love for Jehovah Conquers Obstacles (5:22)

• In the video, what obstacles did Narangerel need to overcome to serve Jehovah?

• How did love for Jehovah help her to conquer those obstacles?

Read Proverbs 29:25 and 2 Timothy 1:7, and then discuss this question:

• What gives us the courage to overcome obstacles?

We need to strengthen our trust in Jehovah now. Make time every day to pray to him and to read a portion of his Word. Attend congregation meetings regularly. These activities will give you the strength you need to face any persecution courageously, even if it comes from family members. The apostle Paul, who was often persecuted, wrote: “Jehovah is my helper; I will not be afraid.”​—Hebrews 13:6.

We can also build our courage by preaching regularly. Preaching teaches us to trust in Jehovah and overcome any fear of man. (Proverbs 29:25) If you develop the courage to preach now, you will be well-prepared to keep preaching even if the government restricts our work.​—1 Thessalonians 2:2.