Friday, January 15
The orders from Jehovah are righteous, causing the heart to rejoice; . . . in keeping them, there is a large reward.—Ps. 19:8, 11.
Jehovah appointed David as head not only of his family but also of the entire nation of Israel. As king, David had a lot of power. At times, he misused that power and made serious mistakes. (2 Sam. 11:14, 15) But he showed his submission to Jehovah by accepting discipline. He poured out his heart to Jehovah in prayer. And he tried his best to obey Jehovah’s counsel. (Ps. 51:1-4) In addition, he was humble enough to accept good advice not only from men but also from women. (1 Sam. 19:11, 12; 25:32, 33) David learned from his mistakes and centered his life on serving Jehovah. He knew the benefits of submitting to Jehovah. Today, we can see the contrast between those who submit to Jehovah and those who reject his loving counsel. Those who do submit to Jehovah “shout joyfully because of the good condition of the heart.”—Isa. 65:13, 14. w19.09 17 ¶15; 19 ¶21
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