October 1-7
JOHN 9-10
Song 25 and Prayer
Opening Comments (3 min. or less)
TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD
“Jesus Cares for His Sheep”: (10 min.)
Joh 10:1-3, 11, 14—Jesus, “the fine shepherd,” knows his sheep personally and cares for their needs abundantly (“Sheepfold” media on Joh 10:1, nwtsty; w11 5/15 7-8 ¶5)
Joh 10:4, 5—The sheep know Jesus’ voice, not that of strangers (cf 124-125 ¶17)
Joh 10:16—Jesus’ sheep enjoy unity (“bring in” study note on Joh 10:16, nwtsty)
Digging for Spiritual Gems: (8 min.)
Joh 9:38—In what sense did the formerly blind beggar do obeisance to Jesus? (“did obeisance to him” study note on Joh 9:38, nwtsty)
Joh 10:22—What was the Festival of Dedication? (“the Festival of Dedication” study note on Joh 10:22, 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) Joh 9:1-17
APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY
Initial Call Video: (4 min.) Play and discuss the video.
First Return Visit: (3 min. or less) Use the sample conversation.
Bible Study: (6 min. or less) fg lesson 14 ¶1-2