Sunday, July 3
Throw all your anxiety on [God], because he cares for you.—1 Pet. 5:7.
Because of severe anxiety, some brothers and sisters feel very nervous and self-conscious in everyday social situations. They may find it difficult to be in large groups, but they continue to attend congregation meetings, assemblies, and conventions. They find it a challenge to speak to strangers, yet they talk to others in the field ministry. If that is true in your case, be assured that you are not alone. Many deal with similar struggles. Remember that Jehovah is pleased with your whole-souled efforts. The fact that you have not given up is proof that he is blessing you and giving you the strength you need. (Phil. 4:6, 7) If you are serving Jehovah despite enduring physical or emotional limitations, you can be confident that you are pleasing Jehovah. Many of us have physical limitations, yet we are enduring. (2 Cor. 4:16) With Jehovah’s help, we will all run the race to the finish! w20.04 31 ¶20-21
June 27–July 3
2 SAMUEL 15-17
Song 123 and Prayer
Opening Comments (1 min.)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Absalom Rebelled Because of Pride”: (10 min.)
Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)
2Sa 16:4—What does David’s rash decision teach us? (w18.08 6 ¶11)
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.) 2Sa 17:17-29 (th study 5)
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Initial Call: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Overcome a common objection. (th study 7)
Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Introduce (but do not play) the video What Happens at a Bible Study? (th study 2)
Talk: (5 min.) w09 5/15 27-28—Theme: Imitate Ittai’s Zeal in Your Ministry.—2Sa 15:19-22. (th study 13)
LIVING AS CHRISTIANS
Local Needs: (5 min.)
“Love . . . Does Not Get Puffed Up”: (10 min.) Discussion. Play the video Remember How Love Behaves—Does Not Get Puffed Up.
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff lesson 10
Concluding Comments (3 min.)
Song 87 and Prayer