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Post by Admin on Aug 7, 2015 5:11:20 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 7, 2015 5:11:54 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 7, 2015 5:15:50 GMT -5
Aug 17 [km] 8. What can we learn from the request that Elisha made of Elijah, and how can this help us when we receive a new assignment in Kingdom service? (2 Ki. 2:9, 10) [ w03 11/1 p. 31 pars. 5-6] [/u]. Today, anointed Christians (sometimes called the Elisha class) and God’s servants in general can draw much encouragement from this Bible account. At times, we may feel overwhelmed and inadequate in the face of a new assignment, or we may be losing some of our courage to continue with our Kingdom-preaching work as we face increasing indifference or opposition in our territory. Yet, if we beg Jehovah for his support, he will give us holy spirit as we need it to cope with challenges and changing circumstances. (Luke 11:13; 2 Corinthians 4:7; Philippians 4:13) Yes, just as Jehovah strengthened Elisha for his weightier responsibilities, he will help all of us, young and old, to accomplish our ministry.—2 Timothy 4:5. "[/ul] Aug 24 [km] 9. How can young ones imitate the faith and courage of the little Israelite girl mentioned at 2 Kings 5:1-3? [ w12 2/15 pp. 12-13 par. 11] [/u]."[/ul] Aug 31 [km] 10. What qualities of Jehu should all servants of Jehovah strive to emulate during this time of the end? (2 Ki. 10:16) [w11 11/15 p. 5 par. 4] [/u]in rejecting it. When it comes to our godly devotion, we cannot tolerate any rivalry toward Jehovah."[/ul]
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Post by Admin on Sept 1, 2015 4:00:41 GMT -5
Theocratic Ministry School ReviewThe following questions will be considered at the Theocratic Ministry School during the week beginning August 31, 2015TMSR August 2015 AUG 2015.pdf (126.56 KB)
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Post by Admin on Sept 1, 2015 4:04:22 GMT -5
Sept 7 [km] 1. How does the account at 2 Kings 13:18, 19 illustrate the importance of being zealous and wholehearted in serving God? [w10 4/15 p. 26 par. 1] [/u] (2 Kings 13:14-19) What lesson can we learn from that account? Jehovah will abundantly bless us only if we do his work wholeheartedly and with zeal."[/ul] Sept 7 [km] 2. Who was reigning in Israel when Jonah served as a prophet, and what can we appreciate about Jonah’s ministry in view of what is recorded at 2 Kings 14:23-25? [w09 1/1 p. 25 par. 4] [/u]. The time of Elijah was long past; his successor, Elisha, had died during the reign of Jeroboam’s father. Although Jehovah had used those men to wipe out Baal worship, Israel was willfully going astray again. The land was now under the influence of a king who “continued to do what was bad in Jehovah’s eyes.” (2 Kings 14:24) So Jonah’s service could not have been easy or pleasant. Yet, he carried it out faithfully."[/ul] Sept 14 [km] 3. How did Ahaz demonstrate his lack of trust in God’s word spoken through the prophet Isaiah, and what question might we ask ourselves when making important decisions? (2 Ki. 16:7) [w13 11/15 p. 17 par. 5] [/u]. (2 Ki. 16:7-10) What a disappointment Ahaz was as a shepherd of Judah! We might ask ourselves, ‘When I have important decisions to make, do I put my trust in God or in men?’—Prov. 3:5, 6."[/ul] Sept 14 [km] 4. What tactic used by the Rabshakeh is being used by opposers of God’s people today, and what quality can help us to reject the false reasoning of opposers? (2 Ki. 18:22, 25) [w10 7/15 p. 13 pars. 3-4] [/u]. For example, imprisoned brothers and sisters have at times been told that a brother taking the lead in their country compromised and it would therefore also be all right for them to do so and to give up their convictions. However, such reasoning fails to raise doubts in Christians who are discerning."[/ul] Sept 21 [km] 5. How can Josiah’s example of humility help us to benefit more fully from our Bible reading and study? (2 Ki. 22:19, 20, ftn.) [w00 3/1 p. 30 par. 2] [/u]and correction. Consider the fine example of King Josiah. During his reign a document containing God’s Law given through Moses was found. When Josiah heard the words of the Law and realized how far his forefathers had strayed from pure worship, he ripped his garments apart and wept before Jehovah. Why did God’s Word so deeply touch the king’s heart? The account says that his heart was “soft,” so that he humbled himself upon hearing Jehovah’s words. Jehovah noted Josiah’s humble, receptive heart and blessed him accordingly.—2 Kings 22:11, 18-20."[/ul] Sept 28 [km] 6. How has archaeology confirmed the existence of the two kings mentioned at 2 Kings 25:27-30? [w12 6/1 p. 5 pars. 2-3] [/u]],” who was the “king of the land of Yahud (Judah),” and his household. What about the existence of Nebuchadnezzar’s successor, Evil-merodach? An inscription on a vase found near the city of Susa reads: “Palace of Amil-Marduk [Evil-merodach], King of Babylon, son of Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon.”"[/ul]
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Post by Admin on Sept 9, 2015 3:11:34 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Oct 12, 2015 22:19:08 GMT -5
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