Monday, August 30
For all things I have the strength through the one who gives me power.—Phil. 4:13.
Jehovah caused Moses to become a deliverer of the Israelites. But when did Jehovah use him? Was it when Moses felt qualified after being “instructed in all the wisdom of the Egyptians”? (Acts 7:22-25) No, Jehovah used Moses only after He had shaped him into a humble, mild-tempered man. (Acts 7:30, 34-36) Jehovah gave Moses the courage to stand before the most powerful ruler in Egypt. (Ex. 9:13-19) From this we see that Jehovah uses those who display godly qualities and who rely on him for strength. Throughout history, Jehovah has caused his servants to fulfill many different roles. What will he cause you to become? Much depends on how willing you are to exert yourself. (Col. 1:29) If you make yourself available, Jehovah can cause you to become a zealous evangelizer, an effective teacher, a capable comforter, a skilled worker, a supportive friend, or whatever else he needs to accomplish his will. w19.10 21 ¶5; 25 ¶14
August 30–September 5
DEUTERONOMY 31-32
Song 78 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Learn From Word Pictures in an Inspired Song”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
De 31:12—How can Christian parents apply this principle? (w04 9/15 27 ¶12)
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 32:36-52 (th study 2)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Initial Call: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Overcome a common objection. (th study 3)
Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Adapt to the needs of the householder, and share an appropriate scripture. (th study 12)
Talk: (5 min.) w07 5/15 15-16—Theme: Your Children Are Watching You! (th study 16)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
Learn From the Good Examples of Those Taking the Lead: (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video ‘Remember Those Taking the Lead’ (Heb 13:7). Then ask the audience: What do we learn from the example of T. J. Sullivan? George Gangas? Karl Klein? Daniel Sydlik?
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 13 ¶1-6, intro video
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 128 and Prayer