Thursday, January 14
I reside in the high and holy place, but also with those crushed and lowly in spirit.—Isa. 57:15.
In recent years, many with decades of experience have received a change of assignment. Such adjustments were not easy for these brothers and sisters to make. Obviously, they felt attached to their former assignment, in many cases one that they had cherished for years. Some went through a “grieving” process as they adjusted to their new circumstances. In time, though, they were able to adjust. Why? Above all, because of their love for Jehovah. They knew that they were dedicated to God—not to a work, a title, or an assignment. (Col. 3:23) They are glad to continue serving Jehovah humbly in any capacity. They “throw all [their] anxiety on him,” knowing that he cares for them. (1 Pet. 5:6, 7) When we cultivate the endearing quality of humility, we benefit both ourselves and others. We are better able to deal with life’s challenges. Above all, we draw closer to our heavenly Father. w19.09 6-7 ¶15-17
January 11-17
LEVITICUS 20-21
Song 80 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Jehovah Sets His People Apart”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Bible Reading: (4 min.) Le 20:1-13 (th study 5)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Return Visit Video: (5 min.) Discussion. Play the video Return Visit: Prayer—1Jo 5:14. Stop the video at each pause, and ask the questions that appear in the video.
Return Visit: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation. (th study 6)
Return Visit: (5 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Offer the Good News brochure, and start a Bible study in lesson 12. (th study 19)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
“Safeguard Your Marriage”: (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video We Must “Run With Endurance”—Obey the Rules of the Contest.
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr section 1, chap. 3 ¶1-10, intro video, box 3A
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 94 and Prayer