Friday, October 1
The eyes of Jehovah are roving about through all the earth to show his strength in behalf of those whose heart is complete toward him.—2 Chron. 16:9.
We see abundant evidence that Jehovah protects his people today. Consider: We are preaching and teaching the truth in all parts of the earth. (Matt. 28:19, 20) As a result, we expose the evil works of the Devil. Surely, if Satan were able to, he would stop all our activity, but he cannot. So we do not need to be terrified of wicked spirits. If we are faithful to Jehovah, the demons cannot cause us lasting harm. However, all of us need to resist wicked spirits and trust in Jehovah. If we do that, we will receive many blessings and we will avoid being misled by Satan’s lies. Also, we will not be paralyzed by fear of the demons. Above all, we will strengthen our friendship with Jehovah. “Oppose the Devil,” wrote the disciple James, “and he will flee from you. Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you.”—Jas. 4:7, 8. w19.04 24 ¶15; 25 ¶18
September 27–October 3
JOSHUA 6-7
Song 144 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Turn Away From Worthless Things”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Jos 6:20—What evidence is there that the ancient city of Jericho was conquered without a long siege? (w15 11/15 13 ¶2-3)
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.) Jos 6:1-14 (th study 10)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Initial Call: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation. Overcome a common objection. (th study 12)
Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Introduce (but do not play) the video Why Study the Bible? (th study 9)
Bible Study: (5 min.) lffi lesson 01 point 3 (th study 8)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
Organizational Accomplishments: (5 min.) Play the Organizational Accomplishments video for September.
Willful Disobedience Brings Bad Results: (10 min.) Discussion. Play the video ‘Not One Word Has Failed’—Excerpt. Then ask the audience: What clear command did Jehovah give regarding Jericho? What did Achan and his family do, and why? What lessons does this account teach us? Encourage all to watch the entire video.
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 14 ¶8-14, box 13A
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 88 and Prayer