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Examining the Scriptures Daily—2021

Wednesday, December 22

The trustworthy person keeps a confidence.​—Prov. 11:13.

Elders in particular must apply this Bible principle. An elder realizes that he must not reveal the “confidential talk” of those in the congregation. If he did, he would lose their trust and ruin his reputation. Those who are appointed to a position of trust in the congregation cannot be “double-tongued,” or deceitful. (1 Tim. 3:8; ftn.) That is, they cannot be devious or inclined to gossip. If an elder loves his wife, he will not burden her with information that she does not need to know. A wife can help her husband maintain a good reputation by not pressuring him to talk about matters that should be kept confidential. When a wife applies this advice, she not only supports her husband but also shows honor to those who have confided in him. And most important, she makes Jehovah happy because she is contributing to the peace and unity of the congregation.​—Rom. 14:19. w20.03 22 ¶13-14

December 20-26
Life and Ministry Meeting Workbook—2021 | November

December 20-26

JUDGES 10-12

  • Song 127 and Prayer

  • Opening Comments (1 min.)

TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD

  • “Jephthah​—A Spiritual Man”: (10 min.)

  • Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

    • Jg 11:1​—How do we know that Jephthah was not an illegitimate son? (it-2 26)

    • 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 10:1-18 (th study 5)

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY

  • Initial Call: (3 min.) Use the tract How Do You View the Bible? to start the sample conversation. (th study 1)

  • Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Offer the Enjoy Life Forever! brochure. (th study 4)

  • Bible Study: (5 min.) lffi lesson 02 point 5 (th study 3)

LIVING AS CHRISTIANS

  • Song 138

  • From Youth, a Life Dedicated to Jehovah: (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video. Then ask the following questions: What did the video teach you about the value of training? making a dedication early in life? making yourself available to be used by Jehovah’s organization?

  • Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 17 ¶15-21

  • Concluding Comments (3 min.)

  • Song 55 and Prayer

Table of Contents
The Watchtower (Study)—2021 | October

Study Article 42: December 20-26, 2021

18 Hold Fast to the Truth With Strong Conviction

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