Saturday, April 3
Those whom Jehovah loves he disciplines.—Heb. 12:6.
As part of our training, our loving Father disciplines us when necessary. He does so in many ways. For instance, something we read in his Word or hear at our meetings may correct us. Or perhaps the help we need comes from the elders. Regardless of the form it takes, Jehovah’s discipline is always motivated by love. (Jer. 30:11) Jehovah supports us through trials. Just as a caring human father supports his children during difficult times, our heavenly Father sustains us through trials. He uses his holy spirit to protect us from spiritual harm. (Luke 11:13) Jehovah also protects us emotionally. For example, he gives us a marvelous hope. That hope for the future helps us to endure difficulties. Consider this: No matter what bad things happen to us, our loving Father will undo any injury we suffer. Whatever trials we are facing, these are only temporary, but the blessings Jehovah gives are everlasting.—2 Cor. 4:16-18. w20.02 5 ¶14-15
March 29–April 4
NUMBERS 15-16
Song 101 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Beware of Pride and Overconfidence”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Nu 15:32-35—What lesson does this account teach? (w98 9/1 20 ¶1-2)
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 15:1-16 (th study 10)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Initial Call Video: (5 min.) Discussion. Play the video Initial Call: Jesus—Mt 16:16. Stop the video at each pause, and ask the questions that appear in the video.
Initial Call: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation. (th study 1)
Talk: (5 min.) w15 5/15 15 ¶5-6—Theme: What Is the Difference Between Proper and Improper Pride? (th study 8)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
“Do Not Imitate Those Who Are Disloyal”: (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video Do Not Imitate Disloyal Ones.
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 7 ¶1-7, intro video
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 126 and Prayer