Friday, October 15
By wisdom a house is built up, and by discernment it is made secure.—Prov. 24:3.
Needing help, David’s men asked a wealthy Israelite named Nabal for a little food. They felt free to ask because they had been protecting Nabal’s flocks in the wilderness. But selfish Nabal refused to give them anything. David became furious and intended to wipe out Nabal and every male of his household. (1 Sam. 25:3-13, 22) However, Nabal’s wife, Abigail, was as discerning as she was beautiful. Showing great courage, she fell at David’s feet and urged him not to incur bloodguilt by taking revenge. She tactfully advised him to leave matters in Jehovah’s hands. Abigail’s humble words and discreet actions touched David’s heart. He rightly concluded that Jehovah had sent her. (1 Sam. 25:23-28, 32-34) Abigail had cultivated qualities that made her useful to Jehovah. Similarly, Christian sisters who develop tact and discernment can be used by Jehovah to build up their families and others in the congregation.—Titus 2:3-5. w19.10 23 ¶10
October 11-17
JOSHUA 10-11
Song 149 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Jehovah Fights for Israel”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Jos 10:13—Why do we not need to know what was in “the book of Jashar”? (w09 3/15 32 ¶5)
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 10:1-15 (th study 10)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
“Increase Your Joy in the Ministry—Accept Help From Fellow Workers”: (10 min.) Discussion. Play the video Experience the Joy of Disciple-Making—Accept Jehovah’s Help—Our Brothers.
Bible Study: (5 min.) lffi lesson 01 point 4 (th study 14)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
Local Needs: (15 min.)
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 14 ¶21-25, box 14A
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 103 and Prayer