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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 13:01:34 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 13:02:13 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 13:47:16 GMT -5
HELP YOUR CHILDREN "GO ON WALKING IN THE TRUTH" (3 John 4; 2 Peter 1: 5-11)The privilege to have children is indeed a precious gift from God (Ps 127:3). Do we not take good care of all precious gifts? Taking care of children involves "mentally regulating" them or putting Jehovah's mind into the mind of our child. This requires a lot of work.  Children Under trialOur children face firey tests of their faith every day (Compare 1 Cor 3: 12-15; 1 Pet 1:6, 7; 2 Pet 1: 8). [/u] [li] Be a good example. Center you life on Jehovah. Children will see your priorities. Like Jesus, show your children how to live christian lives. Be consistent and recognize the efforts needed are constant. Create a disciplined but loving environment in your home.[/li] [li] Teach them (Deut 6: 5-8; 3 John 4) Satan is waging war on our children for their minds, (for example, they are being taught evolution from a young age) so use the many tools available to teach your children. Remember you need to know what's going on in their minds. Don't over react if they are "thinking crazy".
> Family Worship [idea Role reversal]
> Let your children hear you pray for them. This will touch their hearts.
> Help them enjoy the meetings
[/li] [/ul] >> Interview: Two publishers trained from an early age- How old were you when you made the truth your own?
- What specfic things did your parents do to help you build fire resistant materials?
CONCLUDING SCRIPTURE If you want your children to live forever, help them to develop fire résistent materials (2 Pet 1: 5-7). theworldnewsmedia.org/DC+Talk+-+Sunday+9%3B40am+-+Help+Your+Children+%27Go+On+Walking+in+the+Truth%27+%283+John+4%3B+2+Peter+1%3B5-11%29
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 14:11:08 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 14:26:47 GMT -5
INTRODUCTION: This series fortifies our hope in Jehovah's promises. [1] I SHALL DELIVER YOU FROM THEIR SLAVERY (Exodus 6:6): The world is full of those who make promises that are not kept. Jehovah however is the God of truth, it is impossible for him to lie so we can trust everything he says. Joshua affirmed this at Josh 23: 14. [/u] [li] What was the promise? To deliver the nation from Egyptian slavery (Exodus 6:6)[/li] [li] How did it come true? Jehovah removed the obstacles to that freedom by means of a series of plagues and the parting of the Red sea and destroying Pharoah's army.[/li] [li] What do we learn? Have faith in the promises of God even if that faith is tested (opposition)[/li] [/ul] |
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 14:41:19 GMT -5
[2] THE LITTLE ONE WILL BECOME A THOUSAND (Isaiah 60:22): . - What was the promise? (Isaiah 60: 4, 11). An increase to his people in our times.
- How did it come true? In the mid-30's it was understood that the great crowd would survive Harmageddon. They did not understand how they would become a "great crowd" but they had confidence in Jehovah.
- How does it effect us? We radiate with joy (Is 55:11) as the "wealth of the nations" comes to him.
>> Interview: A brother who has been in the truth a long time but witnessed the great increase.[spoke about the obstacle of not having the skills to preach were overcome via the theocratic school. He expressed his confidence in Jehovah's promises[3] I WILL REALLY HELP YOU (Isaiah 41: 10,): As exiles in Babylon, Jehovah promised to help those that attempted to continue to serve him. This would have given them inner peace and courage that he understood their individual problems. There was no need to "gaze" about in fear, since He said he would protect, fortify and help them. - What was the promise? An increase to his people in our times.
- How did is it coming true? In today's critical times we may face Goliath like problems, some may become desperate but Jehovah sustains.
- What can we learn from it? We can trust in Jehovah's saving power oftentime through our brothers and sisters (Isa 411: 13b)
>> Interview: Sister that faced difficult problems that felt like they were more than she could take who has as she said "seen Jehovah do the impossible".[4] HE WILL BRUISE YOU IN THE HEAD (Genesis 3:15): Soon Jehovah has promised to destroy "public enemy number one". - What was the promise? To destroy Satan.
- How can we be confident of this promise? 1. Even the demons recognize Jesus mastery over them (a "legion" of 6,000 was no match 2. Jesus has already demonstrated his power in 1914. 3. Jehovah brings permanent solutions to the Satanic problem (Rom 16:20).
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>> Interview: Three publishers speak of the pressures they can't wait to be removed [economic, moral, social...][5] I AM CREATING NEW HEAVENS AND A NEW EARTH (Isaiah 65:17): Soon Jehovah has promised to destroy "public enemy number two" this wicked world. - What was the promise? Replace the old governemnts of human rulership with Jehovah's government. Replace the earth "new" righteous human society
- How can we be confident of this promise? Preparations have already began in a united brotherhood under christ's rulership even now.
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>> Interview: Three publishers speak of their hope for the future - What blessings are you already enjoying the build your confidence Is 65: 17?
- What blessing are you looking forward to?
[6] I AM MAKING ALL THINGS NEW (Revelation 21:5): Jehovah speaks directly three times in the book of Revelation assuring us of his promises. - What will be made new? Replace the existing rulership, he will "break up the works of the Devil" (1 John 3:8) completely eliminating sin and its effects and resurrecting the dead. Mankind will be restored to perfection and restore those dead in his memory to life
- How can we be confident of this promise? Jehovah says his word is "faithful and true". His promises are so sure, he views them as a fact and as the "Alpha and the Omega" meaning he will fulfill it in every detail(Rev 21:6; Job 33: 25).
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>> Interview: A sister explains the pain of losing her child. She expressed her faith in the promises of God for a resurrection (Ps 55: 22)
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 15:45:44 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 16:24:16 GMT -5
Public Bible Discourse: WHAT IS TRUTH? (John 18: 38)"Truth" is the state of being, fact. People have been so inundated with falsehoods they, like Pilate, have lost faith that truth even exists. Today we are taught to doubt everything they hear. Those that state that it is there is no truth are of course contradicting themselves. Indeed there are many scientific truths; who of us would dare to board a plane if we didn't have faith in the absolute truth of areodynamics. Further if all ideas are equal (subjective and relative) why do any research at all? Absolute truth is indeed available to those determined to find it (John 18: 37, 38). JESUS CONFIRMS THE TRUTH Jesus' lifecourse confirmed as true everything God affirms as truth. With the affirmative article ("the") Jesus was thus speaking absolute truth. Benefits of recognizing and believing the truth? John 8: 32 we will be "set free". How can we find truth? The truth can be found in the bible (John 8: 31, 32). Finding the true relgion.  We should test out that religious truth by making a diligent search(Proverbs 13:15; 1 Thess 5: 21; Prov 3: 1 - 3) We must be receptive and eagre to learn what Jehovah has in store for us. Divine knowledge is treasure. All contradictory ideas cannot be true, so the facts must be investigated in the light of the bible. [/u] [li]What happens when we die? John 11: 43, 44 [/li] [li]What is the hope for the dead? compare Acts 24:15; 1 Cor 15; Malachi 3: 16; Job 14: 14, 15[/li] [/ul] Know the real thing and we will be able to identify a counterfeit. The bible is the reliable source of that truth. Invitation to study with Jehovah's Witnesses and increase confidence in it.
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 16:36:43 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 16:37:04 GMT -5
- Remember there are a number of countries where Jehovah's people are already Under ban
- We need to be deligent in prayer
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 17:59:44 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2013 18:08:30 GMT -5
First century Christianity was referred to "the way", we speak of "the truth". It takes great effort to remain firmly set or " strengthened" in the truth ( 2 Peter 2: 1; Luke 22: 32). This takes greate effort. Our being "firmly set" proves the Devil a liar and make Jehovah's heart rejoice. Allow nothing to seperate you from the truth A careless attitude to study and preparation can mean we " drift" from the truth. A rebellious attitude or doubts can lead to a drawing away from the truth (Hebrews 3: 12). Reject wrong desires that could " draw you out" (James 1: 14). Refute deceptive teachings that could " toss you about" (Eph 4: 14). Avoid apostates who could " carry you out" (Col 2:8) and withstand tests so as not to be " shaken about" (Luke 6: 48) Help to stay firm in the truth (2 Peter 1: 10,11)- Meditate on our marvelous hope
- Take not of godly reminders (2 Peter 1: 12, 13) from...
Pay attention as if your life depends on it, because frankly... it does.
(a) Jehovah who cannot lie
(b) Jesus
(c) faithful slave - Meditate and apply counsel
- Avoid misplaced loyalties (see w97 8/1)
- Avoid over confidence (Solomon, Peter ...)
- Always see Jehovah's reminders as protective not restrictive (Eve)
- Accept counsel (Gal 4: 16)
- Never allow doubts to take root in your heart
CONCLUDING COMMENTS Jehovah blesses the sacrifices made to be at meetings and conventions. The 51 talks of this convention were designed to help us stay firm in the truth. We even now enjoy a spiritual paradise (2 Thess 3: 3)May we all get a firm hold on the real life. In the near future we will see Jehovah fight for us as he did for the Israelites(Exodus 14: 13, 14). Then we will enjoy everlasting blessings so let us "stand firm" - 1 Tim 6: 12, 19; . |
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Post by Admin on Jul 27, 2013 1:12:43 GMT -5
** RELEASES ** |
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Post by Admin on Jul 27, 2013 15:35:25 GMT -5
[/u] [li]What do you think the appeal of the new city job was for David?[/li] [li]What things should David have considered before taking the job?[/li] The Friends[li]What does David find exciting about Al?[/li] [li]Why is David so hesitant of talking about his faith with Taylor?[/li] [li]What do you think the appeal was for David of moving in with his new friends?[/li] Family[li]Why is James so angry with David for leaving?[/li] [li]Why does James find it so difficult to forgive David?[/li] [li]How do David's parents stay spiritually strong when David is away?[/li] The Lessons [li]Imagine you are David: Write down what you have learnt from the experience[/li] [li]Try and find a scripture to express Jehovah's point of view for each of the points above.[/li] [li]Try and memorize 1 Peter 2: 25[/li] [/ul] |
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Post by Admin on Sept 1, 2013 8:14:50 GMT -5
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