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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 0:08:40 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 0:12:18 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 0:21:05 GMT -5
9:30 SONG No. 85 [ Welcome One Another] and Prayer9:40 SYMPOSIUM: Display Unfailing Love in the CONGREGATION (5 PARTS) INTRO Our congregation is under attack, Satan is desperate to break up our Christian unity. Christ provided us with the means to defend ourselves, namely our love ( Ephesians 5:2 ). We must love our brothers warts and all. - (PART 1 of 5) To Those Taking the Lead . We have many reasons to love our hardworking elders, who marry us and bury us and serve unfailingly . They do much for us, love provides us with protection. Also they need our love (1 Thessalonians 5:12, 13)
- Apply their counsel and keep our assignment Heb 13:17
- Heed disciplinary actions 1 Cor 5:11
- Pray for them 1 Thess 5:11
- Ask for their help promptly (James 5:14 )
- avoid being overly critical, express appreciation (1 Pet 3:?)
- support overseer week
VIDEO # Circuit overseer expresses appreciation for the love shown him and his wife in Rio Brazil
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 0:44:27 GMT -5
9:40 SYMPOSIUM: Display Unfailing Love in the Congregation. - (PART 2 of 5) To Widows and the Fatherless (James 1:27)
Life at the end if this system is challenging more So for widows and sjngle parents and their children. They may feel insignifcant but Jehovah shows a tender interest in the disadvantaged ( Deut 24:19-21, 1 Tim 5:3
- We can help those coping with grief and lonliness by inviting them to join in family worship or recreation. The elders can also help.
- We can help those coping with grief and lonliness by inviting them to join in family worship or recreation. The elders can also help.
- Practical assistance in helping household repairs, food or discrete financial assistance always aware of the need to allow them to maintain their dignity.
Protect vulnerable ones from those that would take advantage of them.
VIDEO Sister explained how the congregation supported her when she lost her husband.
When we imitate Jehovahs unfailing love they benefit but so do we as we gain Jehovahs loving approval.
- (PART 3 of 5) To the Elderly (Leviticus 19:32)
In stark contrast to the world we respect and dignity the elderly (Lev 19:32). Although the primary responsibility of care falls on the family we all have to show interest and given practical help (1 Tim 5:4 Phil 2:5) as many struggle with issues such as loneliness and health issues (Psalms 102:11)
1. Visit them and call them, send upholding texts.
2. Invite them to our home (family worship, broadcasting)
3. Help with the ministry (Psalms 71:9)
4. Help with technology
Monitor and coordinate care so those I SFS can stay in their assignments
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 0:45:27 GMT -5
9:40 SYMPOSIUM: Display Unfailing Love in the Congregation - (PART 4 of 5) To Full-Time Ministers (1 Thessalonians 1:3)
A full time ministers life is spent expending themselves in the mjnistry 1 Cor 9:2e). They live a simple life and make sacrifices to help people, accepting various forms of services. Jehovah clearly loves such ones and so should we.
What can we do to show love for our fill time ministers (1 Thessalonians 1:3)
- commend them as did the friends if Jephthahs daughter Judges 11:40)
- accompanyingn them in their service perhaps adjusting our schedules
- practical help such as financial help
- welcome new pioneers to our territory, helping them adjust
- recognise and support those that are limitated because of ill health or age Epaphroditus)
# VIDEO: Experiences from missionary couple
The love frienship and hospitality we show proves we appreciate what they do for Jehovah.
- (PART 5 of 5) To Foreign Residents (Leviticus 19:34; Romans 15:7)
This world often disrespects and distrusts foreigners. Discrimination and mockery is ugly and has no place with Godly people ( Leviticus 19:34). Jehovah expects us to have the same love and welcome (accept) foreigners as we do. Romans 15:7)[/li][/ul] compare Colossians 3:11). Culture differences don't exist amongst real Christians. Today migration has increased with 244m including our Christian brothers and sisters. Our foreign language field ( Psalms 146:9). How can we show unfailing love to foreign residents? - try to understand them
- show hospitality (Heb 13:2)
- render practical assistance
- help them spiritually (meetings, language...)
- respect boundaries Such efforts take efforts ( 1 Cor 10:24). Open your hearts wide The people in our territory who are foreigners also need love, we help them but teaching and supporting them. VIDEO Economic immigrants find a "mother" who supports them during difficult times. CONCCLUSION We will never regret doing the loving thing. When in doubt do the loving thing Select one family; apply one suggestion ; persevere. When we show this unfailing love labels us as true Christians Proverbs 19:17
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 0:45:54 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 0:48:28 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 0:49:04 GMT -5
S A T U R D A Y -- A F T E R N O O N THEME: "Go on walking in love” — EPHESIANS 5:2
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 1:12:09 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 1:12:51 GMT -5
1:50 SYMPOSIUM: How Our Brothers Are Showing Unfailing Love In . . . 1:50 SYMPOSIUM: How Our Brothers Are Showing Unfailing Love In . . .
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 1:13:38 GMT -5
2:55 SYMPOSIUM: Display Unfailing Love in Your FAMILY (3 PARTS) [/color][/url] and help by looking at the model of Jesus: - show concern about the and physical needs (try planning a intimate time of relaxation and rest), point of view and feelings.(rest up a while)
- recognise your wives needs spiritual needs and take care of them (skinned and thrown about)
- Dignify and respect your wife with honour and make sure your wife feels appreciated through gentle kisses, smiles and romantic gestures (1 Tim 3:7) avoid porngraphy!
- Spend time with your life (special place for vital intimate communication) VIDEO DRAMATIZATION Silent clip husband turns of the match for his wife
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 1:14:12 GMT -5
- (PART 2 of 3) Love Your HUSBAND (Ephesians 5:33; 1 Peter 3:1-6 )
After the wedding, with revealed imperfections it may be a challenge a wife to meet divine expectations to have "deep respect" for her husband. Unkind treatment & words, perhaps unrealistic expectations may lead to a lack of respect but it is is difficult to lkve someone one doesnt respect. What will help a wife to respect her husband despite challenges 1 Peter 3:1-6?
- imitate Jesus who did not retaliate with hurtful words or insults when under trialsome circumstances arise. Turn to God for support (verse 1 compare 1 Pet 2:21, 23)
- display chaste (clean pure non threatening ) and respectful conduct that is from the inner person (verse 2-3)
- clothes yourselves in the "quiet and mild spirit" in imitation of Sarah and other godly women. Display wisdom thinking about what to say and when to say it. (verse 4-5; compare Prov 31:26)
VIDEO DRAMATIZATION Silent clip A wife reacts mildly to her unbelieving husband with good results
There will be immediate blessings of a peaceful home and if the husband doesn't respond faithful wives can still find satisfaction they have pleased God. (1 Pet 3:14)
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 1:14:27 GMT -5
2:55 SYMPOSIUM: Display Unfailing Love in Your FAMILY Jehovah expects us to love our children as precious gifts Psalms 127:3. It is natural to cherish them and shower them with love and affection. Displaying love calls for action in deed and truth. For some it is not easy to display love for our children especially when they are teens but they especially need loving attention at that time. Four ways to display love #1 Give your children bible based guidance and direction (Eph 6:4).
#2 Create plenty of opportunities for communication; spend as much time as possible with your children. (Deut 6:7) Important communication often happens spontaneously w17 #27 encouraged families to spend at least one meal a day. Surround your children with people who love Jehovah.
#3 Listen patiently and try to understand your child's thought and feelings. Focus on them and listen with your heart so your children to confinde
#4 Help them set theocratic goals (Bethel service, construction) Teach uour children to trust Jehovah in all you do #VIDEO DRAMATIZATION Depiction of family each doing their own thing after the meeting =/= rewind pizza and family time ( Deut 6:6, 7) CONCLUSION
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 1:15:22 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 10, 2019 1:15:42 GMT -5
4:15 Teach Your Children How to Show Love ( 2 Timothy 3:14, 15) These last days love is in short supply and this is manifest in a selfish "me first" attitude ( Matthew 24:12).While parents must give fitting praise but it is harmful if you refuse to discipline them. VIDEO # Not a good example of Romans 12:3 Children are not born with a godly attitude of love, they are naturally selfish and demanding so they must be trained from an early age ( 2 Timothy 3:14, 15). The early years, before 4 or 5 are critical in this, as they are the time of great learning and character forming. One mother explains how she trained her daughter from birth. HELP YOUR CHILDREN SHOW SELF SACRIFICING LOVE FOR OTHERS Teach them humility so they can be concerned for others (Philipians 2:3, 4). The world fosters a spirit of superiority but by being humble they are more likely to show generosity empathy , kindness and patience. Lovingly correct tendencies to be boastful which alienates others and sets oneself up for the crash of pride.
Assign appropriate chores that teaches them responsibility, so they can learn to contribute to society. Its probably better to keep chores and allowance on different tracks. Help them see and experience the joy of meaningful giving. VIDEO DRAMATIZATION #2 Not only does the mother reason with her daughter but they prepare a gift for the sick. A parents good example is essential do they see you being modest, giving credit tomJehovah See you helping others In need. Its been said seeing a sermon is bettrnthan hearing it so demonstrate the difference. TEACH YOUR CHILDREN TO LOVE JEHOVAH Love for Jehovah is not genetic nor is it by osmosis they must be actively persuaded that this the truth. Like Timothy the knowledge has to be # urge them to reflect daily on the love Jehovah is showing by means of his physical blessings, 7,000 apples (20 years) food, healing. And his spiritual gifts. The hope, the ransom, the organisation (1 John 4:19)
# Help them to appreciate the protective nature of Jehovahs laws so they are not fooled like Eve (Is 48:17)
# Help them build a friendship with Jehovah
# Help them become serious students of God's word DEALING WITH PROBLEMS (Prov 20:5) Parents need to be attentive to draw out the child's feelings if their enthusiasm cools off. VIDEO Teens desire to attend meetings cools off parent handles it badly VIDEO Teens desire to attend meetings cools off parent handles it well Success is possible, parents have the tools to help them to "grow to salvation ( 1 Peter 2:2). 4:50 SONG No. 134 [ Children Are a Trust From God ] and Closing Prayer
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