The Deeper Things (Double Points)
Satan challenged more than Eve’s obedience in Eden. What did his words imply about Jehovah’s motives, and what did he claim would happen if Eve disobeyed?
He implied that Jehovah was withholding something good from humans and falsely claimed that Eve would not die. (Genesis 3:2-5)
What government will God establish that will never be destroyed?
God’s Kingdom.
What new commandment did Jesus give his disciples?
To love one another as he loved them.
What do we call our regular gatherings for worship and spiritual encouragement?
Congregation meetings.
According to Ecclesiastes 9:5, what do the dead know?
The dead know nothing at all.
How can a person’s loyalty to Jehovah help answer Satan’s accusations?
By serving Jehovah with a complete heart and maintaining integrity, even under pressure. (Proverbs 27:11; Job 27:5)
What does Revelation 21:4 promise will be eliminated?
Death, mourning, outcry, and pain.
What should Christians be willing to do when others wrong them?
Forgive
What does Hebrews 10:24, 25 encourage Christians not to neglect?
Meeting together.
What is the condition of the dead, and what hope does the Bible offer them?
The dead “know nothing at all,” but there is hope of a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous. (Ecclesiastes 9:5; Acts 24:15)
Someone says, “I can worship Jehovah however I choose, even if my worship mixes practices from other religions.” Which Bible principle addresses this, and why?
True worship must remain separate from false religious practices. We cannot partake of both “the table of Jehovah” and “the table of demons.” (1 Corinthians 10:21)
What good news did Jesus say would be preached throughout the inhabited earth?
The good news of the Kingdom.
What should guide our choices of entertainment?
Bible principles and Jehovah’s standards.
What three activities did Jesus include in his commission at Matthew 28:19, 20?
Make disciples, baptize them, and teach them.
What two accusations did Satan make that challenged both Jehovah and the integrity of humans?
He implied that Jehovah was withholding something good from humans and falsely claimed that people would not die if they disobeyed. He also challenged whether humans would remain loyal to God under testing. (Genesis 3:2-5; Job 2:4)
Why is it important for Christians to avoid becoming “no part of the world,” even when political or social issues seem to involve matters of right and wrong?
Because Jesus’ followers must remain politically neutral and maintain their loyalty to God’s Kingdom rather than become involved in the world’s conflicts. (John 17:16; John 18:36)
What should we seek first, according to Matthew 6:33?
The Kingdom and God’s righteousness.
When human law conflicts with God’s law, whom must Christians obey?
God as ruler rather than men.
Who take the lead in the congregation and watch over it?
The congregation elders.
What should our conduct show after learning Jehovah’s standards?
A willingness to live by those standards and serve Jehovah.
A person says, “I know Jehovah’s standards, but my private choices do not affect my worship as long as nobody finds out.” Explain why that reasoning is flawed.
Christian conduct should honor Jehovah and be guided by a good conscience. Our choices—including entertainment, associations, and personal conduct—should reflect Jehovah’s standards, not merely concern about whether others find out. (Philippians 4:8; 2 Corinthians 1:12)
How many are pictured with the Lamb on Mount Zion in Revelation 14:1?
144,000.
What kind of companions should we choose, according to Proverbs 13:20?
Wise companions
What kind of giving pleases Jehovah?
Willing, cheerful giving.
What should motivate us to honor Jehovah in our daily lives?
Love for Jehovah and a desire to please him with a good conscience.