Tuesday, July 27
You put to the test those who say they are apostles.—Rev. 2:2.
Anointed ones do not expect others to treat them in a special way. (Phil. 2:2, 3) They know that when Jehovah anointed them, he did not let everyone else know about it. So an anointed person is not surprised if some do not believe right away that he has been anointed. He realizes that the Bible tells us not to be quick to believe someone who says that God has given him a special responsibility. Not wanting to draw attention to himself, an anointed Christian would not tell those whom he meets for the first time that he is anointed. And he would certainly not boast about it. (1 Cor. 4:7, 8) Anointed Christians do not search out other anointed ones, hoping to discuss their anointing with them or to form private groups for Bible study. (Gal. 1:15-17) The congregation would not be united if anointed ones did so. They would be working against the holy spirit, which helps God’s people to have peace and unity.—Rom. 16:17, 18. w20.01 28 ¶6-7
July 26–August 1
DEUTERONOMY 19-21
Song 141 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Human Life Is Precious to Jehovah”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
De 21:19—Why was the local court situated at the gate of a city? (it-1 518 ¶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.) De 19:1-14 (th study 10)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Initial Call: (3 min.) Begin with 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 6)
Bible Study: (5 min.) bhs 138 ¶8 (th study 13)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
“Walk on Your Way in Safety”: (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video. Then ask the following questions: Why should we act safely? What specific things can we do to be safety conscious?
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 11 ¶9-17
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 108 and Prayer