Thursday, December 16
Though Jehovah is high, he takes note of the humble.—Ps. 138:6.
A Christian man could begin to think that he is the one who is most qualified for a certain assignment. Or a Christian wife might think, ‘My husband is much more qualified than so-and-so!’ However, if we are truly humble, we will avoid such a prideful spirit. We can learn from the way that Moses reacted when others received privileges. Moses appreciated his assignment of leading the nation of Israel. How did Moses react when Jehovah permitted others to serve alongside him? He was not jealous. (Num. 11:24-29) As to judging the people, he humbly allowed others to share some of his workload. (Ex. 18:13-24) This meant better service for the Israelites whom he was appointed to judge. In that sense, Moses did not put his privileges ahead of the welfare of others. What a good example for us! We remember that if we are to be truly useful to Jehovah, our humility should exceed our ability. w19.09 5-6 ¶13-14
December 13-19
JUDGES 8-9
Song 125 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Humility Is Better Than Pride”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Jg 8:27—Did Gideon worship the ephod that he made? (it-1 753 ¶1)
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.) Jg 8:28–9:6 (th study 5)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Return Visit: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation. (th study 9)
Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Offer the Enjoy Life Forever! brochure, and start a Bible study. (th study 20)
Bible Study: (5 min.) lffi lesson 02 point 4 (th study 13)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
Organizational Accomplishments: (5 min.) Play the Organizational Accomplishments video for December.
Local Needs: (10 min.)
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 17 ¶9-14
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 22 and Prayer