JANUARY 19-25

TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD

1. “This Is Our God!”

(10 min.)

We have every reason to be proud of our God, Jehovah (Isa 25:9; cl 15 ¶21)

He has so many good things in store for us in the new world—including plenty of good food (Isa 25:6; w24.12 6 ¶14)

He will give us everlasting life (Isa 25:7, 8; w25.01 28-29 ¶11-12)

An elderly brother in a wheelchair, witnessing to his caregiver.

ASK YOURSELF, ‘During my daily routine this week, whom could I tell about Jehovah’s promises?’

2. Spiritual Gems

(10 min.)

Isa 24:2—How does this verse highlight a feature of the revised New World Translation? (w15 12/15 17 ¶1-3)

Your answer
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?

Your answer

3. Bible Reading

(4 min.) Isa 25:1-9 (th study 10)

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY

4. Starting a Conversation

(3 min.) PUBLIC WITNESSING. Find out what topic interests the person. Feature our website, jw.org. (lmd lesson 1 point 3)

5. Following Up

(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Share a truth from appendix A of the Love People brochure. (lmd lesson 9 point 4)

6. Explaining Your Beliefs

(5 min.) Demonstration. ijwbq article 160—Theme: Why Is Jesus Called God’s Son? (th study 3)

LIVING AS CHRISTIANS

7. Fully Lean On Jehovah When Preparing for Medical or Surgical Care

(15 min.) Discussion.

Jehovah safeguards “those who fully lean on [him].” (Read Isaiah 26:3.) When preparing for medical situations, we can show that we fully lean on Jehovah by using the provisions he has given us.

Scenes from the video “Are You Prepared for Medical Situations?” 1. A brother does research using the Bible and lesson 39 of the “Enjoy Life Forever!” book. 2. A brother fills out a durable power of attorney. 3. A member of the Hospital Liaison Committee provides support over the phone. 4. A sister presents documents to a doctor.

Play the VIDEO Are You Prepared for Medical Situations? Then ask the audience:

What are three provisions that can help us prepare for medical situations?

Your answer
How are medical information documentsa designed to assist us?

Your answer
When is it best to contact the Hospital Liaison Committee?

Your answer
How do you feel about these loving provisions?

Your answer

The promise of “continuous peace” found at Isaiah 26:3 does not mean that Jehovah will shield us from medical problems. Rather, through the loving provisions from his organization, he helps us feel secure and at peace during such times.

8. Congregation Bible Study

(30 min.) lfb lessons 54-55

Concluding Comments (3 min.) | Song 53 and Prayer

a Information for Expectant Mothers (S-401), Information for Patients Requiring Surgery or Chemotherapy (S-407), and Information for Parents Whose Child Requires Medical Treatment (S-55) can be requested from the elders when needed.