Thursday, September 23
Jehovah God went on to form the man out of dust from the ground and to blow into his nostrils the breath of life.—Gen. 2:7.
Even though we are made from the dust of the earth, we are worth far more than a handful of dirt. Consider just some of the reasons why we know that we are valuable to Jehovah. He created humans with the ability to reflect his qualities. (Gen. 1:27) In doing so, he elevated us above the rest of physical creation, putting us in charge of the earth and the animals. (Ps. 8:4-8) Even after Adam sinned, Jehovah continued to value humans. He values us so highly that he gave his beloved Son, Jesus, as a ransom for our sins. (1 John 4:9, 10) Applying the benefits of the ransom, Jehovah will resurrect those who have died as a result of Adam’s sin, “both the righteous and the unrighteous.” (Acts 24:15) His Word shows that we are precious to him no matter what our health condition, financial situation, or age may be.—Acts 10:34, 35. w20.01 15 ¶5-6
September 20-26
JOSHUA 3-5
Song 65 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Jehovah Blesses Acts of Faith”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
Jos 5:14, 15, ftn.—Who is thought to be the “chief of Jehovah’s army”? (w04 12/1 9 ¶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.) Jos 3:1-13 (th study 10)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
“Increase Your Joy in the Ministry—Use Our Research Tools”: (10 min.) Discussion. Play the video Experience the Joy of Disciple-Making—Accept Jehovah’s Help—Using Research Tools.
Bible Study: (5 min.) lffi lesson 01 intro and points 1-2 (th study 15)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
Local Needs: (15 min.)
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 14 ¶1-7, intro video
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 24 and Prayer