Conventions
2017 Convention
"DON'T GIVE UP" !
Rationale supporting Daniel's prophecy in describing kingdoms as the "King of the North" and the "King of the South"
What is kingdoms were initially located north and south of the literal land of Israel.
(Watch May 2021 JW Broadcast)
The work of a Tanner consisted of working with this.
What is hides of animals.
Acts 10:6
NWT study edition, page 462
This miraculous event caused Peter, who had at first shown a doubtful attitude, to fall before Jesus in fear and without hesitation abandon his business to follow Jesus.
What is the miraculous catch of fish
Luke 5:1-11
144,000
Who goes to Heaven?
2018 Convention
"BE COURAGEOUS"!
This group was indicated at Malachi 3:1 as the messenger that would clear up the way before Jehovah.
"Look! I am sending my messenger, and he will clear up a way before me" Malachi 3:1
What are "Bible Students"
In 1870, this group which included Charles T. Russell rejected teachings that were not based on the bible and they promoted the truths found in God's Word.
Acts 4:13 refers to Peter and John as this
What is uneducated (unlettered) and ordinary men?
(not in illiterate or unschooled but it meant one who had had no training in the Rabbinic study of Scripture)
Jesus gave Peter this likely prophetic name which means "stone" or "rock"
What is Cephas
Jesus could discern Peter's makeup. Peter displayed rocklike qualities, especially after Jesus' death and resurrection, becoming a strengthening influence on his fellow Christians.
Insight book-2, pp. 618
King of the North
What is Russia?
2019 Convention
"LOVE NEVER FAILS"!
This scripture supports the fulfillment of prophecy that the King of the North will interfere in a significant way in the activities of Jehovah's people.
What is Daniel 11:41
"He will also enter into the land of Decoration and many lands with be made to stumble"
He was not one of the apostles but he was associated with those who were
Who is Luke?
NWT study edition, Intro to Acts
As Peter clambered over the side of the vessel and down onto the solid surface of the sea, he gave way to this.
What is doubt.
Matthew 14:30, 31
(*read Imitate their faith book pg 186)
son of man
Jesus
2020 Convention
"ALWAYS REJOICE"!
Number of times the identity of the king of the north has changed in the last days and verbally cite world powers in chronological order.
What is three
Germany, USSR (Soviet Union), Russia and Allies
Germany up to WWII, USSR after WWII, Russia and Allies 1991-current
A title that has passed on through a succession of queens for many years
What is Candace?
Acts 8:27
Jesus showed that Peter had been influenced by a hard-hearted and ______ ______ that was prevalent in those days, one that meted out forgiveness as if by an accountant’s ledger.
unforgiving spirit
1 John 1: 7-9
Divine forgiveness is expansive, generous.
Last Days
The scripture
2 Timothy 3: 1-5
2021 Convention
"POWERFUL BY FAITH"!
Scripture in the book of Daniel which promises that soon Jehovah will destroy the King of the North, the King of the South and all of his enemies.
Daniel 12:1
"During that Michael will stand up, the great prince who is standing in behalf of your people"
This is the only street mentioned by name in the Christian Greek Scriptures
What is the street called Straight?
Acts 9:11
Peter himself wrote, the only way to follow Christ properly is to stick as close to Him as we can, imitating His example in all things, regardless of the _______
consequences.
1 Peter 2:21
Imitate their faith Book
Chapter 23 page 196-204
Armageddon
What is the final war between human governments and God.