Song 37 and Prayer

Congregation Bible Study:

cl chap. 18 ¶1-8 (30 min.)

Theocratic Ministry School:

Bible reading: Joshua 12-15 (10 min.)

Theocratic Ministry School Review (20 min.)

Service Meeting:

Monthly Theme: Send out “good things” out of the good treasure entrusted to us.—Matt. 12:35a.

Song 89

20 min: Progressively Teach “Good Things” to Bible Students and Believing Children. (Matt. 12:35a) Discussion. Use the following scriptures to show what we should expect of Bible students and believing children: 1 Corinthians 13:11; 1 Peter 2:2, 3, footnote. Explain what it means to “taste” the “milk of the word” and how we can help our students and children to do this. Explain the principle at Mark 4:28. (See The Watchtower, December 15, 2014, p. 12, pars. 6-8.) Interview an experienced publisher or parent who can explain how he or she helped a Bible student or a child make spiritual progress.—Eph. 4:13-15; see the May 2014 Our Kingdom Ministry Question Box.

10 min: “Share ‘Good Things’ by Being Hospitable (Matt. 12:35a).” Discussion. What benefits or experiences have some had because of showing hospitality? Invite comments about how we can show hospitality to others, especially those in full-time service. Mention local arrangement to provide a meal for each visiting speaker.

Song 124 and Prayer