April 27–May 3
ISAIAH 56-57
Song 12 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. We Are Happy to Have Jehovah as Our God
(10 min.)
Idol worshippers who cry out for help are not heard (Isa 57:13; ip-2 269 ¶14-16)
People without Jehovah are restless and divided (Isa 57:20; w18.06 7 ¶16; it “Earth” ¶21)
There is no peace for the wicked (Isa 57:21; it “Peace” ¶3)
ASK YOURSELF, How does a good relationship with Jehovah make my life better?
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
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Isa 56:6, 7—How is this prophecy being fulfilled? (w07 1/15 10 ¶3; w06 11/1 27 ¶1)
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What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Isa 56:4-12 (th study 5)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. Tell the person about something that you learned at a recent meeting. (lmd lesson 2 point 4)
5. Explaining Your Beliefs
(5 min.) Talk. ijwbq article 90—Theme: Is It Necessary to Belong to an Organized Religion? (th study 16)
6. Making Disciples
(4 min.) lff lesson 19 point 4 (lmd lesson 11 point 3)
Song 58
7. Never Stop Talking About Jehovah
(15 min.) Discussion.
Without Jehovah, people have no reliable guide, no satisfying purpose in life, and no real hope. Nonetheless, many reject the Kingdom message without knowing how much the truth would benefit them. Below are some reasons why we do not get discouraged or give up even when people do not listen.—Ec 11:6.
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Our territory constantly changes. Householders who were not interested may move away, and the new occupants may be willing to listen
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A different person may answer the door. An aged parent, a child who is now an adult, a new roommate, or a visitor may come to the door
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People change. (1Ti 1:13) Worsening world conditions or a personal tragedy can cause someone to be more receptive
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Our persistence demonstrates love for Jehovah.—Lu 6:45; 1Jo 5:3
Play the VIDEO DRAMATIZATION Jehovah “Is Not Far Off.” Then ask the audience:
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What lessons did you learn about persisting in our ministry?
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 80-81
