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JANUARY 2-8
ARUPHUA DỊ OSIGHẸ SIPHẸ EKPO-ONHỤ PHỌ ENHAẠN | 2 KINGS 22-23
“Eeghe Kụ Iḍighi Kụ Ewạ Bọ Osooromhi Aloor?”
w00 9/15 29-30
Humble Josiah Had Jehovah’s Favor
From early morning, repairers of the temple work industriously. Surely Josiah is grateful to Jehovah that the workers are undoing the damage that some of his wicked ancestors did to God’s house. As the work progresses, Shaphan comes to make a report. But what is this? Why, he is carrying a roll! He explains that High Priest Hilkiah has found “the book of Jehovah’s law by the hand of Moses.” (2 Chronicles 34:12-18) What a discovery—undoubtedly the original copy of the Law!
Josiah is eager to hear every word of the book. As Shaphan reads, the king tries to see how each command applies to him and to the people. Especially is he impressed by how the book emphasizes true worship and foretells the plagues and exile that would come if the people engaged in false religion. Now realizing that not all of God’s commands have been carried out, Josiah tears his garments and gives Hilkiah, Shaphan, and others the order: ‘Inquire of Jehovah about the words of this book; for great is Jehovah’s rage set afire against us because our forefathers did not listen to the words of this book.’—2 Kings 22:11-13; 2 Chronicles 34:19-21.
w00 9/15 30 ¶2
Humble Josiah Had Jehovah’s Favor
Josiah’s messengers go to Huldah the prophetess in Jerusalem and return with a report. Huldah has relayed the word of Jehovah, indicating that the calamities recorded in the newly found book will befall the apostate nation. Because of humbling himself before Jehovah God, however, Josiah will not have to look upon the calamity. He will be gathered to his forefathers and be taken to his graveyard in peace.—2 Kings 22:14-20; 2 Chronicles 34:22-28.
Imạ Araraạr Dị Edi Baibul
w01 4/15 26 ¶3-4
You Can Succeed Regardless of Your Upbringing
Despite the negative circumstances of his early childhood, Josiah proceeded to do what was good in Jehovah’s eyes. So successful was his reign that the Bible states: “Like him there did not prove to be a king prior to him who returned to Jehovah with all his heart and with all his soul and with all his vital force, according to all the law of Moses; neither after him has there risen up one like him.”—2 Kings 23:19-25.
What an encouraging example Josiah proves to be for those who may have had to endure a terrible childhood! What can we learn from his example? What helped Josiah to choose the right course and stay on it?
JANUARY 9-15
ARUPHUA DỊ OSIGHẸ SIPHẸ EKPO-ONHỤ PHỌ ENHAẠN | 2 KINGS 24-25
“Seerian Ghan Olhoghi Mem Mọ Yira Odi Bọ”
w01 2/15 12 ¶2
Jehovah’s Day of Judgment Is Near!
2 Zephaniah’s prophesying undoubtedly heightened young Josiah’s awareness of the need to purge Judah of unclean worship. But the king’s actions in purging the land of false religion did not remove all wickedness from among the people or atone for the sins of his grandfather, King Manasseh, who had “filled Jerusalem with innocent blood.” (2 Kings 24:3, 4; 2 Chronicles 34:3) So Jehovah’s day of judgment was sure to come.
w07 3/15 11 ¶10
Highlights From the Book of Jeremiah
The year is 607 B.C.E. Zedekiah is in the 11th year of his kingship. King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon has laid siege against Jerusalem for the past 18 months. On the seventh day of the fifth month of the 19th year of Nebuchadnezzar’s reign, Nebuzaradan, the chief of the bodyguard, ‘comes to,’ or arrives at, Jerusalem. (2 Kings 25:8) Perhaps from his camp outside the city walls, Nebuzaradan surveys the situation and plans a course of action. Three days later, on the tenth of the month, he ‘comes into,’ or enters, Jerusalem. And he proceeds to set the city aflame.—Jeremiah 52:12, 13.
Imạ Araraạr Dị Edi Baibul
w05 8/1 12 ¶1
Highlights From the Book of Second Kings
24:3, 4. On account of Manasseh’s bloodguilt, Jehovah “did not consent to grant forgiveness” to Judah. God respects the blood of the innocent. We can be confident that Jehovah will avenge innocent blood by destroying those responsible for shedding it.—Psalm 37:9-11; 145:20.
JANUARY 16-22
ARUPHUA DỊ OSIGHẸ SIPHẸ EKPO-ONHỤ PHỌ ENHAẠN | 1 CHRONICLES 1-3
“ABaibul Phọ—Aḍinyạ Dị Rekaạph Ghan Inẹ, Koo/pho Asidum”
w09 9/1 14 ¶1
Adam and Eve—Were They Real People?
Consider, for example, the Jewish ancestral lists recorded in the Bible book of First Chronicles chapters 1 to 9 and in the Gospel of Luke chapter 3. These remarkably detailed genealogical records span 48 and 75 generations respectively. Luke traces the genealogy of Jesus Christ, while Chronicles records the royal and priestly ancestral lines for the nation of Israel. Both lists include the names of such well-known figures as Solomon, David, Jacob, Isaac, Abraham, Noah, and finally Adam. All the names in the two lists represent real people, and Adam was the original real person on each list.
w08 6/1 3 ¶4
Noah and the Flood—Fact, Not Fiction
Two genealogical accounts in the Bible testify that Noah was a real person. (1 Chronicles 1:4; Luke 3:36) Both Ezra and Luke, who compiled these genealogies, were careful researchers. Luke traced Jesus Christ’s lineage to Noah.
w09 9/1 14-15
Adam and Eve—Were They Real People?
Consider, for example, a Bible doctrine dear to the heart of most churchgoers—the ransom. According to this teaching, Jesus Christ gave his perfect human life as a ransom to save people from their sins. (Matthew 20:28; John 3:16) As we know, a ransom is a payment of a corresponding value to redeem or buy back something lost or forfeited. That is why the Bible describes Jesus as “a corresponding ransom.” (1 Timothy 2:6) Corresponding to what, we might ask? The Bible answers: “Just as in Adam all are dying, so also in the Christ all will be made alive.” (1 Corinthians 15:22) The perfect life that Jesus sacrificed to redeem obedient mankind corresponds to the perfect life that Adam lost as a result of the original sin in Eden. (Romans 5:12) Clearly, if Adam did not exist, Christ’s ransom sacrifice would be rendered completely meaningless.
Imạ Araraạr Dị Edi Baibul
it-1 911 ¶3-4
Genealogy
Names of Women. Women were named in the genealogical registers occasionally when there was a historical reason to do so. At Genesis 11:29, 30, Sarai (Sarah) is mentioned, evidently for the reason that the promised Seed was to come through her, not through another wife of Abraham. Milcah may have been named in the same passage because she was the grandmother of Rebekah, Isaac’s wife, thereby showing Rebekah’s lineage as being from Abraham’s relatives, since Isaac was not to have a wife from the other nations. (Ge 22:20-23; 24:2-4) At Genesis 25:1, the name of Abraham’s later wife Keturah is given. This shows that Abraham married again after Sarah died and that his reproductive powers were still alive more than 40 years after their miraculous renewal by Jehovah. (Ro 4:19; Ge 24:67; 25:20) Also, it reveals the relationship of Midian and other Arabian tribes to Israel.
Leah, Rachel, and Jacob’s concubines, together with the sons they bore, are named. (Ge 35:21-26) This helps us to understand God’s later dealings with these sons. For similar reasons we find the names of other women in the genealogical registers. When an inheritance was transmitted through them, their names might be included. (Nu 26:33) Of course, Tamar, Rahab, and Ruth are outstanding. In each case, there is something remarkable about the manner in which these women came to be in the line of ancestry of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. (Ge 38; Ru 1:3-5; 4:13-15; Mt 1:1-5) Among other instances of the mention of women in the genealogical lists are 1 Chronicles 2:35, 48, 49; 3:1-3, 5.
JANUARY 23-29
ARUPHUA DỊ OSIGHẸ SIPHẸ EKPO-ONHỤ PHỌ ENHAẠN | 1 CHRONICLES 4-6
“Iiḅereghị Phọ Amhị Eganhanhamhi Eeghe Ilọ Amhị?”
w10 10/1 23 ¶3-7
A “Hearer of Prayer”
Jabez was a man of prayer. He began his prayer by pleading for God’s blessing. He then made three requests that reflect a heart full of faith.
First, Jabez implored God, saying: “Enlarge my territory.” (Verse 10) This honorable man was no land-grabber, coveting what belonged to his fellow man. His earnest request may have had more to do with people than land. He may have been asking for the peaceful enlargement of his territory so that it could hold more worshippers of the true God.
Second, Jabez pleaded for God’s “hand” to be with him. God’s symbolic hand is his applied power, which he uses to help his worshippers. (1 Chronicles 29:12) To receive the requests of his heart, Jabez looked to the God whose hand is not short toward those who show faith in him.—Isaiah 59:1.
Third, Jabez prayed: “Preserve me from calamity, that it may not hurt me.” The expression “that it may not hurt me” may suggest that Jabez prayed, not to escape calamity, but to be kept from being grieved or overcome by the effects of evil.
Jabez’ prayer revealed his concern for true worship and his faith and trust in the Hearer of prayer. How did Jehovah respond? This brief account concludes with the words: “Accordingly God brought to pass what he had asked.”
Imạ Araraạr Dị Edi Baibul
w05 10/1 9 ¶7
Highlights From the Book of First Chronicles
5:10, 18-22. In the days of King Saul, the tribes east of the Jordan defeated the Hagrites even though these tribes were outnumbered more than 2 to 1. This was because the valiant men of these tribes trusted in Jehovah and looked to him for help. Let us have complete confidence in Jehovah as we carry on our spiritual warfare against formidable odds.—Ephesians 6:10-17.
JANUARY 30–FEBRUARY 5
ARUPHUA DỊ OSIGHẸ SIPHẸ EKPO-ONHỤ PHỌ ENHAẠN | 1 CHRONICLES 7-9
“R’olhoghonhaạn Aḍighaạgh AZihova Nạ Katue Ni Aḍighi Amunhenhi Oḍighi Dị Akpạr”
w05 10/1 9 ¶8
Highlights From the Book of First Chronicles
9:26, 27. The Levite gatekeepers occupied an office of great trust. They were given the key to the entrance to the holy areas of the temple. They proved to be reliable in opening the gates each day. We have been entrusted with the responsibility of reaching out to the people in our territory and helping them to come to worship Jehovah. Should we not prove to be just as dependable and trustworthy as the Levite gatekeepers?
w11 9/15 32 ¶7
Can You Be Like Phinehas When You Face Challenges?
Phinehas carried a heavy load of responsibility in ancient Israel; yet, with courage, insight, and reliance on God, he was able to face challenges successfully. And Phinehas’ diligent care for God’s congregation met with Jehovah’s approval. Some 1,000 years later, Ezra was inspired to write: “It was Phinehas the son of Eleazar that happened to be leader over them in the past. Jehovah was with him.” (1 Chron. 9:20) May that be true of all who take the lead among God’s people today, in fact, of all Christians who serve him loyally.
Imạ Araraạr Dị Edi Baibul
w10 12/15 21 ¶6
Sing to Jehovah!
6 Yes, through his prophets, Jehovah directed his worshippers to praise him with song. Singers from the priestly tribe were even exempted from duties that other Levites were required to perform so that they could devote sufficient time to composition and, most likely, to rehearsal.—1 Chron. 9:33.
FEBRUARY 6-12
ARUPHUA DỊ OSIGHẸ SIPHẸ EKPO-ONHỤ PHỌ ENHAẠN | 1 CHRONICLES 10-12
“Kparamhị Eephuạ Phọ Anạ Oḍighi Ogbi Phọ Enhaạn”
w12 11/15 6 ¶12-13
“Teach Me to Do Your Will”
12 David’s appreciation for the principles reflected in the Law and his desire to live by them are also worthy of imitation. Consider what happened when David expressed his craving for “a drink of the water from the cistern of Bethlehem.” Three of David’s men forced their way into the city—then occupied by the Philistines—and brought back the water. However, “David did not consent to drink it, but poured it out to Jehovah.” Why? David explained: “It is unthinkable on my part, as regards my God, to do this! Is it the blood of these men that I should drink at the risk of their souls? For it was at the risk of their souls that they brought it.”—1 Chron. 11:15-19.
13 David knew from the Law that blood should be poured out to Jehovah and not eaten. He also understood why this should be done. David knew that “the soul of the flesh is in the blood.” However, this was water, not blood. Why did David refuse to drink it? He appreciated the principle behind the legal requirement. To David, the water was as precious as the blood of the three men. Therefore, it was unthinkable for him to drink the water. Instead of drinking it, he concluded that he should pour it out on the ground.—Lev. 17:11; Deut. 12:23, 24.
w18.06 17 ¶5-6
Let God’s Laws and Principles Train Your Conscience
5 In order to benefit from God’s laws, we need to do more than simply read them or become acquainted with them. We must grow to love and respect them. God’s Word says: “Hate what is bad, and love what is good.” (Amos 5:15) But how do we actually do that? A key is to learn to view things the way Jehovah views them. To illustrate: Imagine that you are having difficulty sleeping well. Your doctor prescribes a program involving diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. After trying the program, you find that it works! You probably would greatly appreciate your doctor for helping you to improve the quality of your life.
6 In like manner, our Creator has given us laws that can protect us from the damaging effects of sin and thus improve our life. Think about how we benefit from following the Bible’s laws about lying, scheming, stealing, sexual immorality, violence, and spiritism. (Read Proverbs 6:16-19; Rev. 21:8) When we experience the rich rewards that come from doing things Jehovah’s way, our heart naturally grows in love and appreciation for both Jehovah and his laws.
Imạ Araraạr Dị Edi Baibul
it-1 1058 ¶5-6
Heart
Serving With “a Complete Heart.” The literal heart must be whole to function normally, but the figurative heart can be divided. David prayed: “Unify my heart to fear your name,” suggesting that a person’s heart could be divided with regard to its affections and fears. (Ps 86:11) Such a person may be “halfhearted”—lukewarmly worshiping God. (Ps 119:113; Re 3:16) An individual can also be of “a double heart” (literally, with a heart and a heart), trying to serve two masters, or deceptively saying one thing while thinking something else. (1Ch 12:33; Ps 12:2, ftn) Jesus strongly denounced such doublehearted hypocrisy.—Mt 15:7, 8.
One seeking to please God must be neither halfhearted nor doublehearted but must serve him with a complete heart. (1Ch 28:9) This requires diligent effort in view of the heart’s being desperate and inclined to badness. (Jer 17:9, 10; Ge 8:21) Of help in maintaining a complete heart are: heartfelt prayer (Ps 119:145; La 3:41), regular study of God’s Word (Ezr 7:10; Pr 15:28), zealous participation in preaching the good news (compare Jer 20:9), and association with others whose hearts are complete toward Jehovah.—Compare 2Ki 10:15, 16.
FEBRUARY 13-19
ARUPHUA DỊ OSIGHẸ SIPHẸ EKPO-ONHỤ PHỌ ENHAẠN | 1 CHRONICLES 13-16
“Ekol Remite Ghan Mem Dị Odaphạn Iiḅakiọm”
w03 5/1 10-11
Do You Ask, “Where Is Jehovah?”
12 After the ark of the covenant had been returned to Israel and had been kept for many years at Kiriath-jearim, King David desired to transfer it to Jerusalem. He consulted with chiefs of the people and said that the Ark would be moved ‘if it seemed good to them and it was acceptable with Jehovah.’ But he neglected to search adequately to ascertain Jehovah’s will on the matter. If he had done so, the Ark would never have been loaded onto a wagon. It would have been carried by Kohathite Levites on their shoulders, as God had clearly instructed. Though David frequently inquired of Jehovah, he failed to do so in a proper way on this occasion. The result was disastrous. David later acknowledged: “Jehovah our God broke through against us, for we did not search after him according to the custom.”—1 Chronicles 13:1-3; 15:11-13; Numbers 4:4-6, 15; 7:1-9.
w03 5/1 11 ¶13
Do You Ask, “Where Is Jehovah?”
13 When the Ark was finally transported by the Levites from the house of Obed-edom to Jerusalem, a song composed by David was sung. It included the heartfelt reminder: “Search after Jehovah and his strength, seek his face constantly. Remember his wonderful acts that he has performed, his miracles and the judicial decisions of his mouth.”—1 Chronicles 16:11, 12.
Imạ Araraạr Dị Edi Baibul
w14 1/15 10 ¶14
Worship Jehovah, the King of Eternity
14 David brought the sacred ark of the covenant to Jerusalem. During this joyous occasion, the Levites sang a song of praise that contained a noteworthy statement, recorded at 1 Chronicles 16:31: “Declare among the nations: ‘Jehovah has become King!’” One might wonder, ‘Since Jehovah is the King of eternity, how is it that he became King at that time?’ Jehovah becomes King when he expresses his rulership or establishes an agency to represent him at a certain time or to deal with a specific situation. This aspect of Jehovah’s kingship has far-reaching significance. Before David died, Jehovah promised him that his kingship would continue indefinitely: “I will raise up your offspring after you, your own son, and I will firmly establish his kingdom.” (2 Sam. 7:12, 13) In the final outworking of matters, this “offspring” of David appeared more than 1,000 years later. Whom did this prove to be, and when would he become King?
FEBRUARY 20-26
ARUPHUA DỊ OSIGHẸ SIPHẸ EKPO-ONHỤ PHỌ ENHAẠN | 1 CHRONICLES 17-19
“Pamanhạm Ibo Phọ Anạ Etigheri Mabi”
w06 7/15 19 ¶1
Focus on the Goodness of Jehovah’s Organization
DAVID of ancient Israel is one of the most outstanding people discussed in the Hebrew Scriptures. This shepherd, musician, prophet, and king placed implicit trust in Jehovah God. David’s deep personal attachment to Jehovah aroused in him a desire to build a house for God. Such a house, or temple, would become the center of true worship in Israel. David knew that the arrangements in connection with the temple would bring joy and blessings to God’s people. David therefore sang: “Happy is the one you [Jehovah] choose and cause to approach, that he may reside in your courtyards. We will certainly be satisfied with the goodness of your house, the holy place of your temple.”—Psalm 65:4.
Moọgh Ibo Esi Aroopoogh Arukumuan Phọ Anạ
11 Iniin phọ kẹn ni, yira kotue ni obughẹ ibo phọ ayira esi olhọgh inyaạm oḍighi ghan atorobọ iyaạr dị ungọ iyira oḍighi siẹn arukumuan phọ aZihova. ‘Kuọm oomo amem’ anạ oḍighi iphelhegbeel phọ, kụ aphinhomaam aani ghan bin iiḍighi ookpomhoghan phọ. (Iiḍighi 18:5; Hib. 10:24, 25) Kookolhobian ghan agey kụ agbi oghị ituughạ pidị nạ arue ghan angọ ophagharanhaạn dị kalọgh bunhọn apophe. Maghamhị ghan maạr torobọ asaimẹnt dị ongọ nyinạ siphẹ ituughạ ogboku awiki phọ. Eḍighi maạr dị ongọ nyinhạ oḍighi oḍighi siphẹ ookpomhoghan phọ, miịn ni mọ nạ aḅon ghan ni akị aḍighi ḅilhẹ akpẹ obeḍenhọm. Ka/sighẹ iniin iiḍighi dị ongọ nyinhạ idiphọ iiḍighi dị i/kạr imoghi olhọgh amem r’inyaạm. Kparaghạ orophomhi asighalhanyạ phọ anạ. (Prov. 22:29) Mem dị nạ alhọgh inyaạm oḍighi ghan oḍighi r’asaimẹnt dị ongọ nyinhạ, kụ edị nạ kanuụn apoph akị ghisigh ḅilhẹ abughẹ ibo phọ anạ. (Gal. 6:4) Ḅilhẹ kẹn kedughanhaan nyinhạ obo r’abudị ongọ roopoogh arukumuan dị nạ rawạ aani ghan omhoọgh.—Rom. 12:15; Gal. 5:26.
Imạ Araraạr Dị Edi Baibul
w20.02 12, igbe
Yira Opomhoghiạn Ni Iboom AZihova Odẹ Phọ Ayira
AZihova Ulhegheri Ni Imhị Ḍughụm?
Nạ m’apuruan ghan ni loor mọ, ‘k’aḍiẹn k’aḍiẹn omuza bọ siẹn ade phọ, aZihova ulhegheri aani ni imhị ḍughụm?’ Ibadị awe mopuru aani ni ḍipuru phọ aḍiẹn phọ. Uw-emhạ phọ aDevid agẹ mọ: “Sey Zihova, oye p’eeghe iyaạr dị nạ kalọgh bọ elhegh, oḅoriạ phọ oye dị nạ kazuumaam angọ nyodị?” (Ps. 144:3) ADevid okuphom ni owol mọ aZihova alegheri ni nyodị agey. (1 Chron. 17:16-18) Dị eego esi Ekpo Onhụ phọ r’oḍighom mọ odị, aZihova rangọ ghan ni nyinhạ okuphom owol mọ odị alọgh ni elhegh ephomhoghiạn phọ nạ raḍeenhaan bọ nyodị. Miịn iniin ikpo onhụ dị edi siphẹ Ekpo Onhụ phọ Enhaạn dị ketue elhoghonhaạn nyinhạ ḍighaạgh, omheeraam ipẹ phọ okuphom owol:
• AZihova alhọgh ni nyinhạ elhegh k’epẹ okuruḅakạ phọ, kụ ogbi bọ omhạr anạ.—Ps. 139:16.
• AZihova alegheri ni ipẹ edi bọ ekpom anạ, ḅilhẹ alegheri ni iitughiạn phọ r’olhoghoma phọ anạ.—1 Chron. 28:9.
• AZihova r’aloor kụ akạr alher rurụ ranaghạn ghan torobọ iiḅereghị anạ.—Ps. 65:2.
• Iḍighinhom araraạr ph’anạ retir ghan ni olhoghi aZihova.—Prov. 27:11.
• AZihova r’aloor kụ akạr aḍur nyinhạ alhoghomạ.—Jọn 6:44.
• Eḍighi maạr dị nạ amhugh, aZihova alegheri ni nyinhạ iboom, dị odị ka/bilhẹ oḅeton anạ siphẹ aḍuugh phọ. Odị kaḅilhẹ aalemhi yogh loor phọ aḅilhẹ aḅulhemhi olhoghi phọ anạ r’epul iitughiạn ph’anạ, ḅilhẹ aḅulhemhi imạ araagharạ ph’anạ.—Jọn 11:21-26, 39-44; Iiḍighi 24:15.
FEBRUARY 27–MARCH 5
ARUPHUA DỊ OSIGHẸ SIPHẸ EKPO-ONHỤ PHỌ ENHAẠN | 1 CHRONICLES 20-22
“Loghonhaạn Ḍighaạgh Iḍoọgh Phọ Omhoọgh Ekol”
w17.01 29 ¶8
“These Things Entrust to Faithful Men”
8 Read 1 Chronicles 22:5. David might have concluded that Solomon was not qualified to oversee such an important project. After all, the temple was to be “exceedingly magnificent,” and Solomon was at the time “young and inexperienced.” Yet, David knew that Jehovah would equip Solomon to handle the work given to him. So David focused on what he could do to assist, preparing materials in great quantity.
w17.01 29 ¶7
“These Things Entrust to Faithful Men”
7 David did not withhold his support, brooding over the prospect that the credit for temple construction would not be his. The building did, in fact, become known as Solomon’s temple, not David’s. While David may have been disappointed that he could not fulfill his heart’s desire, he fully supported the project. He eagerly organized work groups and gathered iron, copper, silver, and gold, as well as cedar timbers. Further, he encouraged Solomon, saying: “Now, my son, may Jehovah be with you, and may you be successful and build the house of Jehovah your God, just as he has spoken concerning you.”—1 Chron. 22:11, 14-16.
w18.03 11-12 ¶14-15
Parents, Are You Helping Your Child Progress to Baptism?
14 As spiritual shepherds, congregation elders can reinforce parents’ efforts by speaking positively about spiritual goals. One sister who served as a pioneer for more than 70 years recalled the impact of her conversation with Brother Charles T. Russell when she was only six years old. She related, “He took 15 minutes with me to discuss my spiritual goals.” Yes, positive words and encouragement can have a long-lasting effect. (Prov. 25:11) Elders can also include parents and their children in Kingdom Hall projects, giving tasks to youths in keeping with their age and abilities.
15 Members of the congregation can help by demonstrating appropriate personal interest in young ones. This would include being alert to indications of spiritual progress. Did a youth give a heartfelt, well-thought-out comment or share in a part on the midweek meeting program? Has a youth successfully faced a test of integrity or taken advantage of an opportunity to give a witness at school? Be quick to offer sincere commendation. What about making it a point—before or after a meeting—to talk with a young person, manifesting your genuine interest? In these ways and others, young ones can be made to realize that they are part of “the great congregation.”—Ps. 35:18.
Imạ Araraạr Dị Edi Baibul
w05 10/1 11 ¶6
Highlights From the Book of First Chronicles
21:13-15. Jehovah commanded the angel to halt the plague because He is sensitive to the suffering of His people. Indeed, “very many are his mercies.”