Using the Bible
How long did it take to complete the New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures?
A.13 years
B. 5 years
C. 28 years
13 years, from Dec. 1947 to March 1960
What is the goal of personal study?
Learn more about Jehovah and draw closer to him. Love Jehovah more deeply.
What is our principal way of preaching?
From house to house.
As you approach individuals, what clues might reveal their background, interests, or religious beliefs?
Be observant. Look for signs that indicate what beliefs people have. Dress, grooming, vocabulary. Tattoos.
What is the source of true joy, and how is God’s holy spirit involved?
Jehovah, because joy is part of the fruitage of the holy spirit.
What is one important fact that you can mentioned to a person about why to use the NWT of the Holy Scriptures?
Because it uses God's name in every scripture where it originally was written.
According to 1 John 5:3, how do we show our love for Jehovah?
Obedience to his word.
What are 3 ways of public witnessing?
ATM
-Carts (local/SMPW)
-Street witnessing
-Telephone witnessing
-Working business territory
-Using public transportation
-Preaching in marketplaces or shopping malls
Why is it important to listen attentively when we ask questions?
To find out more about the interest of the person and know which direction to take in our conversation.
What hope brings great joy, and what are Christians encouraged to do about this hope?
The hope of everlasting life, we need to teach it to others.
How many times does the name Jehovah appear in the Christian Greek Scriptures of the New World Translation?
A. 2033
B. 237
C. 58
237
Why do we need self-discipline to cultivate a desire for Bible reading?
So we can make it a priority and avoid getting caught up on other distractions.
Is Public Witnessing “Alternative” Witnessing?
No, it's not. “Alternative” could seem to suggest that is optional. The apostle Paul said that he preached “publicly” and from house to house.
Besides our neighbors in the territory, what other two groups should we show personal interest too?
Individuals in our family and congregation also need our love and attention.
How can living by Bible principals give us joy?
It connects us to Jehovah, gives our life purpose, and protects us from harm.
How many languages has the Bible been translated, in whole or in part?
A. 240 languages, B. 1500 languages, C. 3,000 languages
3,000 languages
What is mediation, why is it important and why is it necessary?
Meditation is deep, concentrated thinking in which a person reflects on what he's reading. It helps us develop a real relationship with Jehovah. It's important to make our faith stronger and to trust him more.
How do we display boldness in the ministry?
Rely on Jehovah. God’s spirit empowers us.
Do not prejudge people. We don't hesitate to approach someone.
Balance boldness with tact and caution. Avoid arguing.
Why should we use open questions in the ministry rather than yes/no questions?
Encourage the person to express himself and find out their thinking.
What is the meaning of Jehovah's name, and how is that a significant reason to trust him?
Exodus 3:14 – “I Will Become What I Choose to Become”
“He Causes to Become,” we can trust that he will always become whatever is needed to keep his word.
Look at Appendix A (then A7-H) and find the date, time and place of Jesus' death.
Nisan 14, 3pm, Jerusalem
What's the difference between study and meditation?
"Study is to see the picture, meditation is to see yourself in the picture."
What are three significant ways Jesus showed his love for the preaching work?
-Jesus made the ministry the primary focus of his life.
-Jesus treated the ministry as something urgent.
-Jesus expended himself in his ministry.
What does it mean to "minister" others?
To completely, eagerly and enthusiastically serve the spiritual needs of others inside and outside the congregation.
We need to work hard to become a spiritual person. What is the difference between a spiritual person and a physical person?
(1 Cor 2:14-16)
A spiritual person sees things Jehovah's way, God is very real to them. In contrast, a physical person simply follows the crowd. They do what feels right to them without caring about Jehovah's thinking.