Wednesday, March 17
Where you go I will go . . . Where you die I will die.—Ruth 1:16, 17.
Naomi was a loyal woman who loved Jehovah. But after the death of her husband and two sons, she wanted to change her name from Naomi to “Mara,” meaning “Bitter.” (Ruth 1:3, 5, 20, ftn., 21) Naomi’s daughter-in-law Ruth stuck with her through her trials. Ruth not only provided practical help but also spoke consolingly to Naomi. Ruth expressed her love and support for Naomi in simple, sincere words. When a member of our spiritual family loses a marriage mate in death, he or she needs our support. A married couple can be likened to two trees that have grown up next to each other. Over the years, the roots of the trees intertwine. When one tree is uprooted and dies, the other tree can seriously be affected. Similarly, when someone loses a spouse to the enemy death, he or she may feel strong emotions for a long time. w19.06 23 ¶12-13
March 15-21
NUMBERS 11-12
Song 46 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Why Avoid a Complaining Spirit?”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Nu 11:7, 8—How did the appearance and taste of the manna demonstrate Jehovah’s goodness? (it-2 309)
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.) Nu 11:1-15 (th study 2)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Memorial Invitation: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. After the householder shows interest, introduce and discuss (but do not play) the video Remember Jesus’ Death. (th study 11)
Return Visit: (3 min.) Make a return visit on someone who showed interest and accepted the Memorial invitation. (th study 4)
Return Visit: (5 min.) After the conclusion of the Memorial talk, initiate a conversation with an interested person who attended and answer a question that he raises about the program. (th study 2)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
“Are You Preparing for the Memorial?”: (15 min.) Discussion. Make any necessary announcements regarding Memorial arrangements. Play the video How to Make Memorial Bread.
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 6 ¶7-13, box 6A
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 70 and Prayer