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How to Make Good DecisionsEnjoy Life Forever!—An Interactive Bible Course
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5. Respect the consciences of others
Different people will make different decisions. How can we show respect for the consciences of others? Consider two situations:
Situation 1: A sister who likes to wear makeup moves to a congregation where many sisters are bothered when they see others wearing it.
Read Romans 15:1 and 1 Corinthians 10:23, 24, and then discuss these questions:
Based on these verses, what might that sister decide? What will you do if you are with a person whose conscience forbids doing something that your conscience allows you to do?
Situation 2: A brother knows that the Bible does not condemn using alcohol in moderation, but he chooses to abstain from it. He is invited to a social gathering where he sees brothers drinking alcohol.
Read Ecclesiastes 7:16 and Romans 14:1, 10, and then discuss these questions:
Based on these verses, what might that brother decide? What will you do if you see another person doing something that your conscience keeps you from doing?
What steps lead to good decisions?
1. Ask Jehovah to help you decide what to do.—James 1:5.
2. Do research in the Bible and Bible-based publications to find principles that apply. You may also consult experienced Christians.
3. Consider the effect the decision will have on your conscience and the consciences of others.
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How Can You Please Jehovah With Your Speech?Enjoy Life Forever!—An Interactive Bible Course
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5. Speak positively of others
How can we avoid insulting others or saying unkind things? Play the VIDEO, and then discuss the questions that follow.
In the video, why did this brother want to change the way he spoke about others?
What did he do to change?
Read Ecclesiastes 7:16, and then discuss this question:
What should we remember when we are tempted to speak negatively about someone?
Read Ecclesiastes 7:21, 22, and then discuss this question:
How can these verses help you to keep from overreacting when someone speaks negatively about you?
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