3. Gratitude moves us to action

Imagine that someone saved you from drowning. Would you simply forget about what that person did for you? Or would you look for ways to show him that you are grateful for what he did?

We owe our lives to Jehovah. Read 1 John 4:8-10, and then discuss these questions:

• Why is Jesus’ sacrifice a special gift?

• How do you feel about what Jehovah and Jesus did for you?

How can we show our appreciation for what Jehovah and Jesus did for us? Read 2 Corinthians 5:15 and 1 John 4:11; 5:3. After reading each scripture, discuss this question:

• Based on that scripture, what can we do to show our gratitude?

1. What motivates someone to make a dedication?

Our dedication to Jehovah is motivated by love. (1 John 4:10, 19) The Bible urges us: “Love Jehovah your God with your whole heart and with your whole soul and with your whole mind and with your whole strength.” (Mark 12:30) We show that we love God not only by what we say but also by what we do. Just as a couple who truly love each other get married, so our love for Jehovah motivates us to dedicate ourselves to him and get baptized.