Sunday, January 24
A true friend . . . is a brother who is born for times of distress.—Prov. 17:17.
Around the world, many servants of Jehovah are facing stressful, even painful, situations. Some Christians are dealing with a serious illness or with the death of a loved one. Others are enduring the intense pain of seeing a family member or close friend leave the truth. Still others are coping with the effects of natural disasters. All such brothers and sisters need comfort. How can we help them? Be a loyal friend. Loyal friends make sacrifices in order to support their brothers and sisters. For example, a brother named Peter was diagnosed with a very aggressive terminal illness. His wife, Kathryn, says: “A couple in our congregation took us to the appointment where we found out about Peter’s illness. They decided not to let us go on this painful journey alone, and they have been by our side whenever we have needed them.” How comforting it is to have true friends, who can help us to endure our trials! w20.01 8 ¶1; 9 ¶5; 10 ¶6
January 18-24
LEVITICUS 22-23
Song 86 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Seasonal Festivals With Meaning for Us”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Le 22:21, 22—Why must our loyalty and integrity to Jehovah be complete? (w19.02 3 ¶3)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?
Bible Reading: (4 min.) Le 23:9-25 (th study 5)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Initial Call: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Offer a magazine to address a topic raised by the householder. (th study 13)
Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Offer a publication from our Teaching Toolbox. (th study 9)
Talk: (5 min.) w07 7/15 26—Theme: Who Harvested the Firstfruits of the Barley That Were Brought to the Sanctuary? (th study 13)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
“Annual Conventions—Opportunities to Show Love”: (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video “Love Never Fails”! International Conventions.
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 3 ¶11-20
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 9 and Prayer