May 21-27

Song 34 and Prayer

Opening Comments (3 min. or less)

“She Put In More Than All the Others”: (10 min.)

• Mr 12:41, 42​—Jesus observed a poor widow at the temple treasury chests drop in two small coins of very little value (“treasury chests,” “two small coins,” “of very little value” study notes on Mr 12:41, 42, nwtsty)

• Mr 12:43​—Jesus appreciated her sacrifice and highlighted it to his disciples (w97 10/15 16-17 ¶16-17)

• Mr 12:44​—The widow’s contribution was of great value in Jehovah’s eyes (w97 10/15 17 ¶17; w87 12/1 30 ¶1; cl 185 ¶15)

Digging for Spiritual Gems: (8 min.)

• Mr 11:17​—Why did Jesus call the temple “a house of prayer for all the nations”? (“a house of prayer for all the nations” study note on Mr 11:17, nwtsty)

• Mr 11:27, 28​—To what “things” are Jesus’ opposers referring? (jy 244 ¶7)

• What has this week’s Bible reading taught you about Jehovah?

• What other spiritual gems have you discovered in this week’s Bible reading?

Bible Reading: (4 min. or less) Mr 12:13-27

Initial Call: (2 min. or less) Begin with the sample conversation. The person raises an objection that is common in your territory.

First Return Visit: (3 min. or less) Begin with the sample conversation. The person tells you that he just lost a relative in death.

Second Return Visit Video: (5 min.) Play and discuss the video.

Song 118

Faith in Jehovah Makes It Happen: (15 min.) Play the video.

Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) jy chap. 21

Review Followed by Preview of Next Week (3 min.)

Song 98 and Prayer