Wednesday, May 26
Carry on as citizens in a manner worthy of the good news about the Christ.—Phil. 1:27, ftn.
The apostle Paul was confident that he would finish the race and reach his goal. As an anointed Christian, he looked forward to gaining “the prize of the upward call of God.” However, to reach that goal, he realized that he had to keep “pressing on.” (Phil. 3:14) Paul shared with the Philippians an interesting comparison to help them keep focused on their goal. Paul reminded the Philippians of their heavenly citizenship. (Phil. 3:20) Why did such citizenship matter? In those days, Roman citizenship was highly prized. However, anointed Christians had a much better citizenship, one that would bring far greater advantages. Roman citizenship paled in comparison! Anointed Christians today set a fine example as they press on toward their goal of everlasting life in heaven. w19.08 6 ¶14-15
May 24-30
NUMBERS 34-36
Song 33 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Take Refuge in Jehovah”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Nu 35:31—Why will Adam and Eve not benefit from the ransom sacrifice of Jesus? (w91 2/15 13 ¶13)
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 34:1-15 (th study 10)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Initial Call: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation. Overcome a common objection. (th study 12)
Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Introduce (but do not play) the video Why Study the Bible? (th study 9)
Bible Study: (5 min.) fg lesson 2 ¶9-10 (th study 19)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
Become Jehovah’s Friend—Discipline Is Love: (6 min.) Discussion. Play the video. Then, if possible, ask selected young children: Why do you sometimes need discipline? How does discipline help you? Why does Jehovah give discipline?
“Discipline—An Expression of Jehovah’s Love”: (9 min.) Discussion. Play the video “Those Whom Jehovah Loves He Disciplines.”
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 9 ¶1-9, intro video
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 93 and Prayer