15th Conference On Service: Opening Remarks

Hosea begins by expressing joy for the gathering, emphasizing the serious invitation from God, likening it to the parable of the King's feast. Hosea then shares 2 Chronicles 16:9, highlighting God's active search for those loyal to Him. He emphasizes that true commitment to God involves a turned heart, availability, and a listening ear, even when understanding is limited, using Peter's example. Hosea stresses the importance of self-adjustment and a fresh revelation of Jesus, emphasizing that God desires to commit Himself to those who are totally committed to Him.

Hosea then unveils the conference's theme: the pattern and way of recovering God's testimony throughout the ages. He encourages attentiveness, highlighting the need to be captivated by the heavenly vision and understand how God recovers His testimony despite the church's history of departure. Hosea uses the book of Esther to illustrate how God strategically places His people for such a time as this to recover His testimony. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of prayer, seeking God's understanding, and supporting the dedicated serving brothers and sisters who labor diligently.