Monday, December 27
Do not abandon me when my strength fails.—Ps. 71:9.
Jesus taught us that no matter how limited our abilities or how small our efforts seem to us as we get older, Jehovah treasures whatever we can do in his service. (Ps. 92:12-15; Luke 21:2-4) So focus on what you can do. You can, for example, speak about Jehovah, pray for your brothers, and encourage others to stay faithful. Jehovah considers you to be his fellow worker, not because of what you accomplish, but because of your willing obedience to him. (1 Cor. 3:5-9) How grateful we are to worship Jehovah, a God who truly values those who serve him! He created us to do his will, and it is true worship that adds real meaning to our lives. (Rev. 4:11) Though the world may view us as worthless, Jehovah is not ashamed of us. (Heb. 11:16, 38) When we feel weighed down by illness, economic hardship, or old age, let us remember that nothing can separate us from the love of our heavenly Father.—Rom. 8:38, 39. w20.01 18 ¶16; 19 ¶18-19
December 27, 2021–January 2, 2022
JUDGES 13-14
Song 134 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“What Parents Can Learn From Manoah and His Wife”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Jg 14:2, 3—In what way was this Philistine woman “the right one” for Samson? (w05 3/15 26 ¶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 14:5-20 (th study 5)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
“Increase Your Joy in the Ministry—Teach Bible Students to Feed Themselves Spiritually”: (10 min.) Discussion. Play the video Help Your Bible Students to Feed Themselves Spiritually.
Bible Study: (5 min.) lffi lesson 02 summary, review, and goal (th study 17)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
Local Needs: (15 min.)
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 18 ¶1-8, intro video
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 148 and Prayer