Tuesday, April 8
Keep doing this in remembrance of me.—Luke 22:19.
For Jehovah’s people, the Memorial of Christ’s death is the most important day of the year. It is the only event that Jesus specifically commanded his followers to observe. (Luke 22:19, 20) It reminds us of ways we can show appreciation for Jesus’ sacrifice. (2 Cor. 5:14, 15) It also gives us an opportunity to enjoy “an interchange of encouragement” with our brothers and sisters. (Rom. 1:12) And many interested people are motivated to start on the road to life by what they see and hear. Think, too, of how the Memorial unites our global brotherhood. No wonder the Memorial holds such a special place in our heart! w24.01 8 ¶1-3
Memorial Bible reading: (Daytime events: Nisan 9) Luke 19:29-44
APRIL 7-13
PROVERBS 8
Song 89 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Listen to Wisdom Personified
(10 min.)
Jesus, wisdom personified, was produced by Jehovah “as the beginning of his way” (Pr 8:1, 4, 22; cf 131 ¶7)
Jesus’ wisdom and love for his Father grew throughout the vast expanse of time that he worked beside Jehovah during creation (Pr 8:30, 31; cf 131-132 ¶8-9)
We benefit from Jesus’ wisdom by listening to him (Pr 8:32, 35; w09 4/15 31 ¶14)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Pr 8:22-36 (th study 10)
4. Following Up
(4 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. Answer questions about what to expect during the Memorial from a person who is considering attending. (lmd lesson 9 point 3)
5. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. Welcome someone who came to the Memorial because he found an invitation in his door, and assist him after the program. (lmd lesson 3 point 5)
6. Explaining Your Beliefs
(5 min.) Talk. ijwbq article 160—Theme: Why Is Jesus Called the Son of God? (th study 1)
Song 105
7. Local Needs
(15 min.)
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) bt chap. 25 ¶1-4, box on p. 199