Thursday, October 24
Everything that he has is in your hand.—Job 1:12.
In the book of Job, one of the earliest Bible books to be written, we learn of Satan’s contention that if subjected to intense suffering, Job would reject God. Satan suggested that God personally afflict Job. Jehovah did not do that, but he allowed Satan to test Job. In a short time, Job lost his servants, his means of livelihood, and his ten beloved children. Satan accomplished this in a way that made it appear as if God himself had been the cause of Job’s troubles. (Job 1:13-19) Satan next afflicted Job with a painful and repulsive illness. (Job 2:7) His despair was deepened further by the disheartening words of his wife and of three companions who acted as if they were his friends. (Job 2:9; 3:11; 16:2) The result? Satan’s claim was shown to be completely false. Job refused to turn his back on God.—Job 27:5. w17.06 24 ¶9-10
October 21-27
1 PETER 3-5
Song 14 and Prayer
Opening Comments (3 min. or less)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“The End of All Things Has Drawn Close”: (10 min.)
1Pe 4:7—“Be sound in mind, and be vigilant with a view to prayers” (w13 11/15 3 ¶1)
1Pe 4:8—“Have intense love for one another” (w99 4/15 22 ¶3)
1Pe 4:9—“Be hospitable to one another without grumbling” (w18.03 14-15 ¶2-3)
Digging for Spiritual Gems: (8 min.)
1Pe 3:19, 20—When and how did Jesus preach to “the spirits in prison”? (w13 6/15 23)
1Pe 4:6—Who were “the dead” to whom “the good news was declared”? (w08 11/15 21 ¶8)
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) 1Pe 3:8-22 (th study 10)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
First Return Visit Video: (5 min.) Play and discuss the video.
First Return Visit: (3 min. or less) Use the sample conversation. (th study 6)
First Return Visit: (5 min. or less) Begin with the sample conversation. Then introduce and discuss (but do not play) the video Why Study the Bible? (th study 8)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
“Chaste Conduct and Deep Respect Win Hearts”: (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video Jehovah Strengthens Us to Carry Our Load.
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) jy chap. 88 ¶1-11
Review Followed by Preview of Next Week (3 min.)
Song 61 and Prayer