Tuesday, November 10 I must also declare the good news of the Kingdom of God to other cities, because for this I was sent.—Luke 4:43. When Jesus began his ministry on earth, he announced the above. For three and a half years, Jesus made this work the focal point of his life. He instructed his disciples: “As you go, preach, saying: ‘The Kingdom of the heavens [...]
Monday, November 9 You are my helper and my rescuer.—Ps. 40:17. A loving father not only provides for his children but also seeks to protect them. He would naturally try to rescue them if they were in danger. One brother remembers a specific incident that occurred when he was just a young boy. He and his father were returning home from the field service when [...]
Saturday, November 7 Consider one another . . . , encouraging one another.—Heb. 10:24, 25. In ancient Israel, the nation was to gather “in order that they may listen and in order that they may learn.” Jews in the first century had the custom of going to the synagogues to read from the Scriptures. This emphasis on meeting together continued with the formation of the Christian [...]
QUESTION: What are "the things coming upon the inhabited earth?" We've read about aliens or the demons showing up on earth. Are the demons going to show themselves? There is a card game called "Illuminati cards" and most of the big things like 9-11 were predicted, together with the NWO agendas such as population control or gun control and there are some cards showing that some mutated [...]
Friday, November 6 We recommend ourselves as God’s ministers . . . by sleepless nights, by times without food.—2 Cor. 6:4, 5. As indicated by the experiences of the apostle Paul, our ministry may result in “sleepless nights” and “times without food.” These expressions paint a vivid picture of self-sacrifice and may well remind us of pioneers who give their ministry first place in life while supporting themselves financially. [...]
Thursday, November 5 Be liberal, ready to share.—1 Tim. 6:18. How can we do that? By using our time and energy to help and encourage others. When we “practice giving,” we are sure to draw closer both to Jehovah and to our friends. We can also be generous toward Jehovah. “Honor Jehovah with your valuable things,” admonish the Scriptures. Those “valuable things” include our time, energy, and [...]
Wednesday, November 4 If . . . he cannot afford enough for a sheep, then he must bring . . . two turtledoves.—Lev. 5:7. Offering sacrifices in ancient Israel was the basis for receiving forgiveness of sins. Sacrifices were necessary for the people to enjoy Jehovah’s favor. Some of these were required; others were voluntary. Whole burnt offerings could be made as voluntary offerings, or gifts, to Jehovah. He lovingly [...]
Tuesday, November 3 He will actually call down evil . . . upon his God.—Isa. 8:21. In Isaiah’s day, the nation of Judah found themselves in dire straits. They were surrounded by enemies. Food was scarce. Many were hungry. Instead of looking to Jehovah for help in dealing with these hardships, however, they started to “call down evil” on their king and on their God. Yes, they [...]
Monday, November 2 Be as free people, and yet holding your freedom, not as a blind for badness, but as slaves of God.—1 Pet. 2:16. There are obstacles to overcome in living up to our dedication. We face a twofold fight. First, there is the conflict Paul faced. “I really delight in the law of God according to the man I am within,” he wrote, “but [...]
Sunday, November 1 Collect the weeds.—Matt. 13:30. As the collecting work progressed, the distinction between true Christians and false ones became ever clearer. By 1919, it became evident that Babylon the Great had fallen. What especially set true Christians apart from imitation ones? The preaching work. Those taking the lead among the Bible Students began to stress the importance of sharing personally in the Kingdom preaching [...]
