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Post by Admin on May 4, 2016 22:00:40 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on May 4, 2016 22:00:53 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on May 4, 2016 22:18:17 GMT -5
MAY 9-15 2016 MWB 2016 1. What is “the decree of Jehovah”? ( Psalm 2:7) "This decree is the covenant for a Kingdom, which Jehovah has made with his beloved Son, Jesus Christ.—Luke 22:28, 29." - [w06 5/15 17 par 6]May 9 - 15 MWB 2016 2. What is the meaning of Selah? ( Psalm 3:2) "This term is generally thought to represent a pause for silent meditation, either in the singing alone or in the singing and instrumental music. The pause was used to make the thought or emotion just expressed more impressive. There is no need to read the word aloud during public reading of the Psalms" - [w06 5/15 18 par 2]May 16 - 22 MWB 2016 3. What is the meaning of Psalm 11:3 ? "These are the very foundations on which human society rests—law, order, and justice. When these are in disarray, social disorder prevails and there is no justice. Under such conditions, “anyone righteous” must fully trust in God.—Psalm 11:4-7." - [w06 5/15 18 par. 3] "The prophet Isaiah, for example, refers to Jehovah God as the one “laying the foundation of the earth.” (Isaiah 51:13) This foundation consists of the unchangeable laws of God that control the movement of the earth and hold it in its place. ( Psalm 104:5) God’s Word, the Bible, also speaks of “the foundations” on which human society rests. These are justice, law, and order. When they are “torn down,” or undermined, by injustice, corruption, and violence, there is a breakdown in social order.—Psalm 11:2-6; Proverbs 29:4." - [w05 5/15 32 par 2] May 16 - 22 MW4. How was the prophecy at Psalm 16:10 fulfilled in Jesus Christ? " The Messiah would be resurrected. David wrote: “You [Jehovah] will not leave my soul in Sheol.” ( Psalm 16:10) Imagine the surprise of the women who came to the tomb where Jesus’ body had been laid. There they encountered a materialized angel, who told them: “Stop being stunned. You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was impaled. He was raised up, he is not here. See! The place where they laid him.” (Mark 16:6) To the crowd present in Jerusalem on the day of Pentecost 33 C.E., the apostle Peter declared: “[David] saw beforehand and spoke concerning the resurrection of the Christ, that neither was he forsaken in Hades nor did his flesh see corruption.” ( Acts 2:29-31) God did not allow the physical body of his beloved Son to decay. Moreover, Jesus was miraculously raised to life in the spirit!—1 Pet. 3:18." - [w11 8/15 16 par. 19] [/ul] "9 Centuries later, David became king of the 12 tribes of Israel. At his death, he “lay down with his forefathers.” (1 Kings 2:10) Was he too in Sheol? Interestingly, on the day of Pentecost 33 C.E., the apostle Peter referred to David’s death and quoted Psalm 16:10: “You will not leave my soul in Sheol.” After mentioning that David was still in his tomb, Peter applied those words to Jesus and indicated that David “saw beforehand and spoke concerning the resurrection of the Christ, that neither was he forsaken in Hades nor did his flesh see corruption. This Jesus God resurrected, of which fact we are all witnesses.” ( Acts 2:29-32) Peter here used the word “Hades,” the Greek counterpart of the Hebrew word “Sheol.” Thus, those said to be in Hades are in the same situation as those said to be in Sheol. They are sleeping, awaiting a resurrection." - [w05 5/1 14 par 9] [/ul] May 23 - 29 MW 5. What practical lesson can we learn from Psalm 19:14 ? "We should be concerned not only about what we do but also about what we say and think." - [w06 5/15 19 par. 8] May 23 - 29 MW6. Ps 23:1, 2—How is Jehovah a loving Shepherd? "IN THE hot climate of the Bible lands, sheep need to drink every day. Therefore, a vital part of a shepherd’s job is to provide water for his flock. Sometimes shepherds water their flocks from a well, pouring the water into troughs so that the sheep can drink. (Genesis 29:1-3) Particularly in the rainy season, however, the area around small streams and rivers provides peaceful, “well-watered resting-places.”—Psalm 23:2. A good shepherd has to know where to find both water and suitable pasturage for his flock. His intimate knowledge of an area guarantees the survival of his sheep. David, who spent many years herding sheep in the Judean hills, compared God’s spiritual guidance to that of a shepherd who leads his sheep to good pastures and to life-giving water. “He leads me beside quiet waters,” said David according to one rendition.—Psalm 23:1-3, New International Version." - [w11 8/15 16 par. 9] |
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Post by Admin on May 21, 2016 7:49:59 GMT -5
May 30 - 05 June MW7. How do we, like David, figuratively march around Jehovah’s altar? (Ps 26:6) [/u]." - [w06 5/15 19 par. 11] [/ul] May 30 - 05 June MW8. What is one benefit of receiving insight from Jehovah? (Ps 32:8) [/u]." - [w09 6/1 5 par. 3] [/ul] 6 - 12 June MW9. How does Jehovah respond to those who are “brokenhearted” and “crushed in spirit”? (Ps 34:18) [/u].—2 Timothy 3:1; Acts 17:27. “Those that are broken at heart.” In some cultures, “a broken heart” has reference to unrequited love. But the psalmist’s words refer to “more general grief and sorrow,” says one scholar. Yes, even faithful worshippers of God may at times experience extreme hardships that break their heart. “Those who are crushed in spirit.” Discouraged ones may become so low in their own eyes that they momentarily lose all hope. A handbook for Bible translators says that this expression may be rendered “those who have nothing good to look forward to.” How does Jehovah respond to those who are “broken at heart” and “crushed in spirit”? Does he keep distant from them, feeling that they are unworthy of his love and attention? On the contrary! Like a loving parent who holds and comforts a child in distress, Jehovah is near to his worshippers who cry out to him for help. He is eager to comfort and soothe their broken heart and crushed spirit. He can give them the wisdom and strength needed to cope with any trials they may face.—2 Corinthians 4:7; James 1:5. Why not find out how you can draw closer to Jehovah? This compassionate God promises: “I reside . . . with the one crushed and lowly in spirit, to revive the spirit of the lowly ones and to revive the heart of the ones being crushed.”—Isaiah 57:15" - [w11 6/1 19] [/ul] 10. How was this prophecy fulfilled in Jesus? (Ps 34:20) [/a] [/ul]
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Post by Admin on Jun 2, 2016 11:25:14 GMT -5
13 - 19 June MW11. How must we guard our speech? (Ps 39:1, 2) [/u]. Moreover, would it not sometimes be wise to remain silent so as not to convey an impression of approval when our schoolmates or coworkers tell off-color jokes or use vulgar language? (Eph. 5:3) “I will set a muzzle as a guard to my own mouth,” wrote the psalmist, “as long as anyone wicked is in front of me.”—Ps. 39:1." - [w09 5/15 4 par. 5] [/ul] [/a] [/ul] 13 - 19 June MW12. How did Jesus apply David’s situation to himself? (Ps 41:9) [/u].’”—John 13:18." - [w11 8/15 13 par. 5] [/ul] [/a] [/ul]
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Post by Admin on Jun 17, 2016 2:25:37 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Jun 17, 2016 2:27:22 GMT -5
20 - 26 June MW14. What is the greatest truth that must be defended? (Ps 45:4) [/u] once and for all." - [w14 2/15 5 par. 11] [/ul] 20 - 26 June MW15. What obligation do these verses place on us? (Ps 48:12, 13) [/u]. The existence of a spiritual paradise in the midst of a wicked, corrupt, and loveless world is a modern-day miracle! The wonders about Jehovah’s organization, or “Zion,” and the truth about the spiritual paradise must be joyfully passed on “to future generations.”—Read Psalm 48:12-14." - [w15 7/15 9 par. 13] [/ul] 27 - 03 July MW16. What does the expression “collect my tears in your skin bottle” mean? (Ps 56:8) [/a] [/ul] [/u], figuratively storing them up in his skin bottle." - [w08 10/1 26 par. 3] [/ul] i]27 - 03 July[/i] MW17. What does David’s experience teach us about prayer? (Ps 59:1, 2) [/u].—Jas. 1:5." - [w08 3/15 14 ¶13] [/ul]
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Post by Admin on Jul 2, 2016 2:18:15 GMT -5
04 - 10 July MW18. Why is Jehovah’s loyal love better than life? (Ps 63:3) [/u]. We are wise to cultivate friendship with Jehovah." - [w06 6/1 11 par 7] [/ul] 04 - 10 July MW19. Who were the “gifts in the form of men”? (Ps 68:18) [/u]in their work.—Ezra 8:20." - [w06 6/1 10 par 5] [/ul] 11 - 17 July MW2O. How did these verses apply prophetically to the Messiah? (Ps 69:4, 21) [/u]. (Ps. 69:4) The apostle John quotes Jesus as saying: “If I had not done among [the people] the works that no one else did, they would have no sin; but now they have both seen and hated me as well as my Father. But it is that the word written in their Law may be fulfilled, ‘They hated me without cause.’” (John 15:24, 25) Often the “Law” means the whole body of Scripture. (John 10:34; 12:34) The Gospel accounts prove that Jesus was hated, especially by the Jewish religious leaders. Moreover, Christ said: “The world has no reason to hate you, but it hates me, because I bear witness concerning it that its works are wicked.”—John 7:7." - [w11 8/15 11 par 17] [/ul] [/u]. “For food they gave me a poisonous plant,” said the psalmist, “and for my thirst they tried to make me drink vinegar.” (Ps. 69:21) Matthew tells us: “They gave [Jesus] wine mixed with gall to drink; but, after tasting it, he refused to drink.” Later, “one of them ran and took a sponge and soaked it with sour wine and put it on a reed and went giving him a drink.”—Matt. 27:34, 48." - [w11 8/15 15 par 15] [/ul]
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Post by Admin on Jul 18, 2016 13:39:55 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Jul 26, 2016 15:05:23 GMT -5
11 - 17 July MW21. How does Jehovah lead his servants to glory? (Ps 73:24) [/u].—Jas. 4:8. 4 Jehovah also entrusts his servants with the glorious treasure of the Christian ministry. (2 Cor. 4:1, 7) And this ministry leads to glory. To those who use their privilege of service to his praise and to the benefit of others, Jehovah promises: “Those honoring me I shall honor.” (1 Sam. 2:30) Such ones are honored with a good name with Jehovah, and they are likely to be well spoken of by other servants of God.—Prov. 11:16; 22:1." - [w13 2/15 25-26 par 3-4] [/ul] 18 - 24 July MW22. How did this verse apply prophetically to the Messiah? (Ps 78:2) [/a] [/ul] 18 - 24 July MW23. According to these verses, how can our actions affect Jehovah? (Ps 78:40, 41) [/u]. I wanted to make his heart rejoice. (Proverbs 27:11) I stopped overdrinking and using tobacco, and I quit engaging in immorality. In March 1994, I was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses." - [w12 11/1 14 par. 5] [/ul] [/a] [/ul] 25 - 31 July MW24. What does this verse teach us about our prayers? (Ps 79:9) [/u]." - [w06 7/15 12 par. 5] [/ul] 25 - 31 July MW25. In what way is Jehovah “ready to forgive”? (Ps 86:5) [/u] to a repentant wrongdoer." - [w06 7/15 12 par. 9] [/ul] 1 - 7 Aug MW26. Which covenant is referred to in these verses, and how did Jehovah illustrate its reliability? (Ps 89:34-37) [/u]. (Read 2 Samuel 7:12, 16.) Jehovah made this covenant with David during David’s reign in Jerusalem, promising him that the Messiah would be his descendant. (Luke 1:30-33) Thus, Jehovah further narrowed the line of descent of the offspring and established that an heir of David would have “the legal right” to the throne of the Messianic Kingdom. (Ezek. 21:25-27) Through Jesus, David’s kingship “will be firmly established forever.” Indeed, David’s offspring “will endure forever; his throne will endure like the sun.” (Ps. 89:34-37) Yes, the Messiah’s rule will never become corrupt, and its accomplishments will last forever!" - [w14 10/15 10 par 14] [/ul] [/u] of the permanence of Christ’s rule. (Genesis 1:16) Concerning his Kingdom, Daniel 7:14 states: “His rulership is an indefinitely lasting rulership that will not pass away, and his kingdom one that will not be brought to ruin.” The moon is a witness that reminds us of that Kingdom and the blessings it will bestow upon mankind." - [w07 7/15 32 par. 3-4] [/ul]
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Post by Admin on Aug 5, 2016 8:32:49 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 17, 2016 12:57:49 GMT -5
1 - 7 Aug MW27. How do we “count our days so that we may acquire a heart of wisdom”? (Ps 90:10, 12) [/u]. This requires that we set spiritual priorities and use our time wisely.—Ephesians 5:15, 16; Philippians 1:10." - [w06 7/15 13 par. 4] [/ul] [/u](Ecclesiastes 9:11; James 1:5-8) Jehovah guides us by means of his Word, his spirit, and his organization. (Matthew 24:45-47; 1 Corinthians 2:10; 2 Timothy 3:16, 17) The exercise of wisdom moves us to ‘seek first God’s Kingdom’ and to use our days in a way that brings glory to Jehovah and makes his heart rejoice. (Matthew 6:25-33; Proverbs 27:11) Worshiping him wholeheartedly will not remove all our problems, of course, but it certainly results in great joy." - [w01 11/15 13 par. 19] [/ul] 8 - 14 Aug MW28. Why are Moses, Aaron, and Samuel good examples? (Ps 99:6, 7) [/u]. (Ps. 99:6, 7) Today, before moving on to serve as priests with Jesus in heaven, the remaining ones of his anointed brothers faithfully serve in the earthly courtyard of the spiritual temple. Millions of “other sheep” loyally support them. (John 10:16) Although having different hopes, both groups unitedly worship Jehovah here at God’s footstool. As individuals, however, we do well to ask ourselves, ‘Am I giving full support to Jehovah’s arrangement for pure worship?’" - [w15 7/15 8 par. 5] [/ul] 8 - 14 Aug MW29. What does it mean to “walk with integrity of heart” inside our house? (Ps 101:2) [/u]. Remember, Jehovah assured faithful ones in ancient Israel that he was not hidden from them. Today, he likewise reveals himself to his people as the Grand Instructor. Is Jehovah that real to you, as though he were standing before you to instruct you? That is the kind of faith we need if we are to walk with God. Moses had such faith, “for he continued steadfast as seeing the One who is invisible.” (Hebrews 11:27) If Jehovah is real to us, then we will take his feelings into account when we make decisions. For example, we would not even consider engaging in wrongdoing and then try to hide our sins from Christian elders or family members. Rather, we endeavor to walk with God even when no fellow human can see us. Like King David of old, we resolve: “I shall walk about in the integrity of my heart inside my house.”—Psalm 101:2." - [w05 11/1 24 par. 14] [/ul] 15 - 21 Aug MW30. When we are distressed, how does focusing on our relationship with Jehovah help us? (Ps 102:12, 27) [/i],” as if he had only his troubles for company. (Ps. 102:7) If you ever feel that way, pour out your heart to Jehovah as the psalmist did. The prayers of the oppressed one—your prayers—can help you as you battle negative thoughts. Jehovah promises that “he will pay attention to the prayer of the destitute; he will not despise their prayer.” (Ps. 102:17) Trust that promise. 21. How might one who is battling negative feelings gain a more positive viewpoint? 21 Psalm 102 also shows how you might gain a more positive viewpoint. The psalmist did so b y shifting attention to his relationship with Jehovah. (Ps. 102:12, 27) He found comfort in knowing that Jehovah would always be there to sustain His people through trials. So if negative feelings temporarily keep you from doing as much as you want to in God’s service, pray about it. Ask God to hear your prayer not only so that you may experience some relief from your distress but also “so that the name of Jehovah will be declared.”—Ps. 102:20, 21." - [w14 3/15 16 par. 19-21] [/ul] 15 - 21 Aug MW31. Why does Jehovah not respond immediately to our every request? (Ps 103:13) [/u] the child being the master. Similarly, Jehovah may in our best interests allow time to pass before his response to our prayers becomes evident. That is his prerogative as our wise Creator, loving Master, and heavenly Father. Fulfilling all our requests right away would distort the proper relationship between us and him.—Compare Isaiah 29:16; 45:9." - [w15 4/15 25 par. 7] [/ul]
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Post by Admin on Aug 29, 2016 5:41:26 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 29, 2016 5:41:43 GMT -5
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Post by Admin on Aug 29, 2016 5:46:38 GMT -5
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