Leading God's People Into Canaan
Who took over leading Israel after Moses died?
Joshua
Who was behind the important meeting of the governing body held in Jerusalem?
Jesus Christ
Fill in the blank: _____ is trying to weaken congregations by attacking ________. Family _____-_________ your ______!
Satan is trying to weaken congregations by attacking families. Family heads- safeguard (protect) your family!
We need to keep pace (up) with Jehovah's chariot.
Who guided Joshua and Israel?
Jesus Christ
Why did some of the instructions Jehovah gave the Israelites seem to be unusual?
If they marched around the city they would waste energy they could use to fight Jericho
If they circumcised the men, there was no one to protect the people
How quickly did Jesus solve the problem of circumcision?
It took a while; "Christ allowed time to pass"
What can help us to appreciate Christ's leadership today?
Reflecting on how he exercised his leadership in the past
Fill in the blank: When we earnestly uphold ________ direction, we __________ the faith of others and contribute to _____.
When we earnestly uphold Christ's direction, we strengthen the faith of others and contribute to unity.
What is the theme of this watchtower?
Hint: Based off the overview/description in the beginning of the magazine (Table of Contents)
This watchtower is to help us put trust in our active Leader because as humans we tend to struggle with change
What were some of the unusual instructions Jehovah gave the Israelites?
Circumcise the men and march around the city
Under Christ's direction, what did the governing body make clear? But how did Jewish Christians still respond?
They said non-Jewish Christians didn't have to get circumcised, but Jewish Christians still circumcised their children
In what 3 areas can we see Christ's concern for our spiritual welfare?
Hint: These methods would be initiated through the governing body under Christ's direction
Promoting family worship, meeting in small field service groups on Saturdays, reminder of how urgent our preaching work is
What are some changes that we have had in regards to our literature?
Hint: This includes books, magazines, brochures, etc.
Magazines are shorter=less paper used during printing
Only 6 magazines used during year total (3 watchtower & 3 awake, each used for 2 months)
Less literature is printed, only printed upon request
Cite the theme scripture or tell where the theme scripture is located
"Your Leader is one, the Christ."-Matthew 23:10
True or false: When Joshua encountered a man on the way to Jericho, this man was Jehovah actually speaking to Joshua.
False, Jehovah was speaking through an angelic representative like He had done on other occasions in the past.
What was the rumor about Paul?
He wasn't observing the Mosaic Law
What quality of Jesus' is seen when we meet together in small field service groups on Saturdays?
His interest in the lowly ones, those that are less active feel more appreciated and useful which leads to their spiritual growth
What updates/changes have we had in our technology?
Hint: This can include apps, videos, our tv channel, etc.
Since 2014 we've had our own tv channel (JW Broadcasting)
Since 2014 have language app to communicate w/ those we meet in service
We're encouraged to use more videos when we're out in service (more guaranteed to have it in householder's language)
The opening song will be Song 16. Either give the title of this song or sing the chorus of the song.
Song 16: Praise Jah for His Son, the Anointed
Chorus: Praise Jah, for his Son, the Anointed
Praise Jesus, O you faithful sheep
Who loyally follow day after day
and all his commandments keep
True or false: We learn from the example of the Israelites receiving unusual instructions from Jehovah, that it's ok to not understand instructions we receive & to possibly question it, as long as we follow the instructions.
True, it's in our best interests to follow the directions we receive from the organization because the rewards at the end are countless!
What are 2 of the reasons why Jesus waited to resolve the issue of circumcision?
The Jewish Christians had to accept that this was no longer a sign of a special relationship with God
The non-Jewish Christians had fear of persecution which caused reluctance to stand out in Jewish communities
Fill in the blank: The reductions in ______ office personnel remind us of the _______ of the times and the need to focus our ______ on the _________ activity (work).
The reductions in the branch office personnel remind us of the urgency of the times and the need to focus our energy on the preaching activity (work).
True or false: Even though all the updates we've had haven't benefited me directly, I should still adjust and rejoice.
True, even though you may not feel the benefits directly you're still benefiting because Jehovah's message is reaching people all around the world, you're gaining more brothers and sisters, and Jehovah is proud of you for listening/following directions
The closing song will be Song 14. Either give the title of this song or sing the chorus of the song.
Song 14: Praising Earth's New King
Chorus: Praise our God Jehovah; Praise his Son forever-
King of all kings and the Lord of lords
Now unitedly we bow to his rule
And praise him with one accord