April 16-22

MARK 1-2

“Your Sins Are Forgiven”: (10 min.)
- [Play the video Introduction to Mark.]
- Mr 2:3-5—Jesus compassionately forgave the sins of a paralytic (jy 67 ¶3-5)
- Mr 2:6-12—Jesus proved that he has authority to forgive sins by healing the paralytic (“Which is easier” study note on Mr 2:9, nwtsty)
Digging for Spiritual Gems: (8 min.)
- Mr 1:11—What is the meaning of Jehovah’s words to Jesus? (“a voice came out of the heavens,” “You are my Son,” “I have approved you” study notes on Mr 1:11, nwtsty)
- Mr 2:27, 28—Why did Jesus call himself “Lord . . . of the Sabbath”? (“Lord . . . of the Sabbath” study note on Mr 2:28, nwtsty)
- What has this week’s Bible reading taught you about Jehovah?
- What other spiritual gems have you discovered in this week’s Bible reading?
Bible Reading: (4 min. or less) Mr 1:1-15

Initial Call: (2 min. or less) Begin with the sample conversation. Respond to an objection that is common in your territory.
First Return Visit: (3 min. or less) Use the sample conversation.
Second Return Visit Video: (5 min.) Play and discuss the video.

Song 44
“I Came to Call, Not Righteous People, But Sinners”: (7 min.) Discussion. Play the video From Prison to Prosperity. Then ask the following questions: How did Donald get his life back? As we preach, how can we imitate Jesus’ impartial treatment of people?—Mr 2:17.
Jehovah Forgives “in a Large Way”: (8 min.) Discussion. Play the video Jehovah, I’m Going to Put You First. Then ask the following questions: How and why did Anneliese return to Jehovah? (Isa 55:6, 7) How can you use her experience to help those who have drifted away from Jehovah?
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) jy chap. 17
Review Followed by Preview of Next Week (3 min.)
Song 86 and Prayer