Wednesday, May 17
I will glorify the place for my feet.—Isa. 60:13.
What a pleasure it is to offer practical, appealing, and attractive literature in the ministry! And when we use the latest technology to spread the truth, such as by means of the jw.org website, we reflect Jehovah’s interest in providing people everywhere with the guidance most of them lack but so desperately need. Not to be overlooked is the wisdom behind the adjustment that allowed us to have a Family Worship evening or more time for personal study. We also appreciate advances made in assembly and convention programs. We often say that they get better every year! And we certainly rejoice over the increased training being provided by our many theocratic schools. In all these adjustments, Jehovah’s hand is clearly seen. He progressively enhances the beauty of his organization and of the spiritual paradise that we enjoy even now! w15 7/15 1:16, 17
May 15-21
JEREMIAH 39-43
Song 150 and Prayer
Opening Comments (3 min. or less)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Jehovah Will Render to Each One According to His Works”: (10 min.)
Jer 39:4-7—Zedekiah suffered the consequences of disobeying Jehovah (it-2 1228 ¶4)
Jer 39:15-18—Jehovah showed appreciation to Ebed-melech for demonstrating trust in Him (w12 5/1 31 ¶5)
Jer 40:1-6—Jehovah took care of his faithful servant Jeremiah (it-2 482)
Digging for Spiritual Gems: (8 min.)
Jer 42:1-3; 43:2, 4—What lessons can we learn from Johanan’s mistake? (w03 5/1 10 ¶10)
Jer 43:6, 7—What is the significance of the events described in these verses? (it-1 463 ¶4)
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) Jer 40:11–41:3
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Initial Call: (2 min. or less) Isa 46:10—Teach the Truth. Lay the groundwork for a return visit.
Return Visit: (4 min. or less) Re 12:7-9, 12—Teach the Truth. Lay the groundwork for the next visit.
Bible Study: (6 min. or less) bh 153 ¶19-20—Invite the person to the meeting.
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
“Jehovah Does Not Forget Your Love” (Ps 71:18): (15 min.) Discussion. Begin by playing the video Jehovah Does Not Forget Your Love.
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) kr chap. 12 ¶16-23, boxes “‘We Were Amazed’” and “Fruitful Weekly Visits,” review box “How Real Is the Kingdom to You?”
Review Followed by Preview of Next Week (3 min.)
Song 103 and Prayer