Our Kingdom ministry

February 2005

For United States of America

km-E Us 2/05 Vol. 48, No. 2

Give Thanks for Jehovah’s Loving-Kindness

Christ’s Death to Be Commemorated on

March 24 *

^xThe psalmist exclaimed: “O let people give thanks to Jehovah for his loving-kindness and for his wonderful works to the sons of men.” (Ps. 107:8) God’s loving-kindness is more than just the tender regard he has for people. That is made clear in the inspired expression of praise: “Your own loving-kindness, O Jehovah, kept sustaining me.” (Ps. 94:18) What extraordinary loving-kindness Jehovah demonstrated in giving his only-begotten Son in our behalf! —1 John 4:9,10.

• ² As the Memorial of Christ’s death approaches, how can we thank “the God of loving-kindness”? (Ps. 59:17) Each of us will want to set aside time to meditate on Jesus’ final days on earth. (Ps. 143:5) It will also be beneficial to follow the special Bible reading scheduled for the Memorial, as outlined in Examining the Scriptures Daily—2005 and, if possible, do additional reading and research in chapters 112-16 of the Greatest Man book along with other Bible-based publications. Linger over the passages you read, and become absorbed in them. (1 Tim. 4:15) Prayerful reflection on God’s Word not only nourishes our heart but also expresses our love for Jehovah.—Matt. 22:37.

• ³ Incite Others to Thank God: Last year 16,760,607 attended the Memorial worldwide. In a village in Liberia, the brothers wrote a letter to the town chief, informing him of their intention to observe the Lord’s Evening Meal in his town. The chief gave permission for the brothers to use the local football field for the event and had an announcement made about it throughout

• 1. How has Jehovah shown us loving-kindness?

• 2. How can we show our thankfulness to Jehovah? 3, 4. (a) How can we imitate the spirit of our Liberian brothers? (b) Whom do you plan to invite to the Memorial? the area, inviting people to attend. Though there were only five publishers in that village, the attendance for the Memorial was 636!

• ⁴ Likewise, we want to help as many as possible to join us for the Memorial observance. Why not make a list of those you want to invite? The illustrations on the back covers of the March 8 Awake! and March 15 Watchtower extend an invitation. The printed Memorial invitations can also be used. Type or neatly write the time and location of the commemoration on the slip, and leave one with each person you invite. As March 24 approaches, call again to remind each one and to finalize any arrangements.

• ⁵ How can we help Bible students who are not yet coming to meetings to attend and benefit fully from the event? Spend a few minutes during each study to build appreciation for the importance of the observance. Excellent material can be found in the March 15, 2004, Watchtower, pages 3-7, and the Reasoning book, pages 266-9.

• ⁶ Welcome Visitors: At the Memorial, approach visitors and welcome them. (Rom. 12:13) Arrange to sit with those you invited, and make sure they have a Bible and a songbook. We will especially want to take the initiative to greet warmly any inactive brothers and sisters who have made the effort to attend. Our loving interest may help them to resume regular association with the congregation. (Luke 15:3-7) On this most sacred occasion, may we do all we can to encourage others to join us in giving thanks to Jehovah for his “wonderful loving-kindness.” —Ps. 31:21.

• 5. How can we encourage Bible students to attend?

• 6. Why is it important to welcome visitors at the Memorial?

  Service Meeting Schedule

  
  

Week Starting February 14

Song 174

10 mln: Local announcements. Selected Announcements from Our Kingdom Ministry. Use the suggestions on page 8 (if appropriate for your territory) to demonstrate how to present the February 15 Watchtower and the February 22 Awake! Briefly review how the sample presentations can be tailored to the needs of the local territory—See the January 2005 Our Kingdom Ministry, p. 8.

35 min: “The Memorial Season —A Time of Increased Activity.”* To be handled by the service overseer. When discussing paragraph 6, include comments on the Awake! of September 8, 2004, pages 12-13. Announce those who have enrolled as auxiliary pioneers. Outline the extra meetings for field service that have been arranged. Encourage all to increase their spiritual activity in some way during this Memorial season.

Song 14 and concluding prayer.

Week Starting February 21

Song 31

10 min: Local announcements. Review main points from the box on page 6, “Help Them Receive a Further Witness.” Encourage all to fill out the Please Follow Up (S-43) form promptly when the need arises.

20 min: “Give Thanks for Jehovah’s Loving-Kindness.”* Announce the time and place of the Memorial along with the name of the speaker and any other pertinent details. When discussing paragraph 4, include a brief demonstration of a publisher inviting a person on his magazine route to the Memorial. The printed Memorial invitations should be made available following the meeting, if this has not already been done.

15 min: “Conducting Progressive Bible Studies—Part 6.”* Include a four-minute demonstration in which a Bible student asks why so few in attendance at the Memorial partake of the bread and the wine. The conductor commends him for his question, writes it down, and suggests that they discuss it after they consider the study material for the week. At the conclusion of the study, the conductor directs the student to the material under the question “Who is to partake of the bread and the wine?” on pages 267-8 of the Reasoning book. They read it together, and the student expresses appreciation for the clear answer to the question he raised.

Song 21 and concluding prayer.

Week Starting February 28

Song 42

15 min: Local announcements. Accounts report. Remind publishers to turn in field service reports for February. Using the suggestions on page 8 (if appropriate for your territory), demonstrate how to present the March 1 Watchtower and the March 8 Awake! Other realistic presentations may be used. At the conclusion of one of the presentations, show the publisher inviting the householder to the Memorial using the back cover of the March 8 Awake!

20 min: Show Concern for Those Who Are Weak. (Acts 20:35) Following an introduction of less than one minute, conduct a question-and-answer discussion of the July 1, 2004, Watchtower, pages 17-18, paragraphs 12-16, in the manner of the Watchtower Study. Have the paragraphs read by a brother who is a capable reader. Focus on how the information can be applied in connection with the upcoming Memorial and special talk.

10 min: Offer Keep on the Watch! Discuss and demonstrate presentations that can be used to offer the brochure during March. Sample presentations in the January 2005 Our Kingdom Ministry insert or other presentations that are effective in the local territory may be used.

Song 72 and concluding prayer.

Week Starting March 7

Song 12

10 min: Local announcements. Review main points from the box “Memorial Reminders.”

15 min: Local needs.

20 min: “Feature Magazines in Your Ministry.”* When discussing paragraphs 3 and 4, make local application of the material. Briefly interview one or two publishers who are effective in placing magazines at businesses, in street work, in public places, or when witnessing informally. Ask them to explain how they offer magazines in these settings. Have a brief demonstration of a presentation or a reenactment of an experience.

Song 192 and concluding prayer.

* Limit introductory comments to less than a minute, and follow with a question-and-answer discussion.

November Service report

Av. Av. Av. Av.

Number of:               Hrs. Mags. R.V Bi.St.

Sp'l Pios. 245 96.4 83.4 41.0 4.1

Pios 95,665 64.7 35.2 19.9 1.9

Aux Pios. 22,494 49.2 29.2 12.8 1.1

Pubs. 871,682   9.3 6.9 3.5 0.3

TOTAL 990,086 Baptized: 2,331

© 2005 Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. All rights reserved. Our Kingdom Ministry (ISSN 1067-7259) is published monthly by Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses: W. L. Van De Wall, President; W. H. Nonkes, Secretary-Treasurer; 2821 Route 22, Patterson, NY 12563-2237. Periodicals Postage Paid at Brooklyn, NY and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Our Kingdom Ministry, 1000 Red Mills Road, Wallkill, NY 12589-3299.                         Printed in U.S.A.

• ¹ At designated times during the year, the ancient Israelites celebrated “seasonal festivals of Jehovah.” (Lev. 23:2) Taking time to reflect on the goodness of their God resulted in great joy and moved them to be zealous for pure worship.—2 Chron. 30:2131:2.

• ² In modern times, our joyful theocratic activity intensifies each year during the Memorial season. It is a time when we reflect deeply on the priceless gift Jehovah gave in our behalf —his only-begotten Son.

(John 3:16; 1 Pet. 1:18, 19) As we meditate on the love shown by God and his Son, we feel impelled to praise Jehovah and to exert ourselves in doing the divine will.—2 Cor. 5:14,15.

• ³ This year the Lord’s Evening Meal will be observed on Thursday, March 24, after sundown. How might we increase our share in the ministry during the months of March, April, and May?

• ⁴ Reaching More People: Look for ways to reach as many people as possible when you share in field service. Can you plan to participate in door-to-door work when more people are at home, such as in the late afternoon or in the evening? If some in your book study group would like to share in service before the study, the book study overseer may be able to arrange to have a brief meeting for service in order to work a nearby territory.

• ⁵ Another way to reach many people is

• 1. What effect did “seasonal festivals” have on Godfearing Israelites?

• 2, 3. Why is it fitting that we increase our spiritual activity during the Memorial season, and when will we observe the Memorial?

• 4, 5. (a) What has helped some to reach more people with the good news? (b) What have you found to be effective locally?

by witnessing in public places. A sister in Japan wanted to auxiliary pioneer even though she had a full-time job. An elder suggested that each day before going to her secular job, she might do street witnessing near a train station. After overcoming her own timidity and the ridicule of some commuters, she developed a magazine route of some 40 persons, including commuters, station workers, and nearby shop owners. She placed an average of 235 magazines a month. By sharing Scriptural points with people for just a few moments each day, she was able to start six Bible studies.

⁶ Opportunities to Witness: Many school-age publishers have periods of time off during the year. These may be opportune times to auxiliary pioneer. In addition, Christian youths can increase their activity by giving a witness at school. You may be surprised how curious classmates may be about your beliefs. Why not take advantage of classroom discussions or school essays to give a witness? Others have been able to do so using our videos. Some have started Bible studies with classmates and helped them progress to dedication and baptism. These are fine ways to “praise the name of Jehovah.”—Ps. 148:12, 13.

• ⁷ In your daily routine, look for ways to speak with people about our wonderful God and his marvelous promises. One brother who travels on the same trains every day witnesses to fellow commuters when appropriate. For example, while waiting at one station for his next train, he

• 6. How might youths increase their spiritual activity?

• 7. (a) How did one brother take advantage of opportunities to witness to others? (b) Have you enjoyed a similar experience?

witnessed to a young man each day for about five minutes. As a result, the young man and his colleague agreed to a Bible study. The Bible study was conducted on the train as they traveled. Some time later, an elderly woman who had been listening to their conversations approached the brother and asked him for a Bible study. She too is enjoying her study on the days she uses the train. In this way, the brother has studied with ten different individuals on the train.

• ⁸ What if you are limited in what you can do because of advanced age or health problems? There may still be ways you can increase your praise to Jehovah. Have you tried telephone witnessing? If you are unsure of how to go about this, mention it to your book study overseer. He may be able to arrange for publishers who use this method to work with you. Working together as partners, you can learn from one another and help one another to give an effective witness. Fine suggestions for doing telephone witnessing can be found in the February 2001 Our Kingdom Ministry, pages 5-6.

• ⁹ Attending the Memorial may stimulate new ones to want to increase their praise to Jehovah. You can help them to overcome any apprehension they may have about sharing in the formal preaching work by relating positive field service experiences and by progressively training them to explain Bible teachings and defend their faith. (1 Pet. 3:15) If a Bible student expresses a desire to begin publishing the good news, speak with the presiding overseer. He will arrange for a meeting with the student to determine whether he qualifies to share with the congregation in the public ministry. How it must make Jehovah’s heart rejoice to see new ones take their stand on his side of the universal issue! —Prov. 27:11.

• 8. What avenue of service may enable those limited by advanced age or health problems to increase their share in the ministry?

• 9. How can we help Bible students to qualify to share with the congregation in the public ministry?

• ¹⁰ Can You Auxiliary Pioneer? The auxiliary pioneer requirement of 50 hours should be viewed seriously. (Matt. 5:37) This means that you will need to arrange to spend an average of 12 hours in field service each week. Does one of the sample auxiliary pioneer schedules on page 5 fit your circumstances? If not, can you arrange a schedule that will enable you to auxiliary pioneer in March, April, or May? Ask Jehovah to bless your efforts to increase your service activity.—Prov. 16:3.

• ¹¹ The elders and ministerial servants will fully support your endeavors to make this Memorial season one of special praise to Jehovah. Likely, many of them will be auxiliary pioneering. The elders will arrange to have extra meetings for service, such as in late afternoons, on weekday evenings, and on weekends, as needed. To determine where and when such meetings will be held and who will be available to take the lead, the elders may speak with those who have definite plans to pioneer or who are considering doing so. The elders will strive to coordinate the arrangements so that there will be other publishers to work with on the days and times that you have set aside for service. In this way, plans can be firmly established and much good can be accomplished.—Prov. 20:18.

• ¹² Do Your Utmost: If your circumstances do not allow you to auxiliary pioneer, remember that Jehovah accepts our efforts and sacrifices ‘according to what we have, not according to what we do not have.’ (2 Cor. 8:12) We have so much for which to thank Jehovah. With good reason David wrote: “I will bless Jehovah at all times; constantly his praise will be in my mouth.” (Ps. 34:1) May that be our determination during this Memorial season.

• 10. (a) How can a good schedule help us to auxiliary pioneer? (b) Were you able to arrange to auxiliary pioneer last year during the Memorial season? How so?

• 11. How can the elders and ministerial servants support those who will be serving as auxiliary pioneers?

• 12. What moves us to praise Jehovah at all times?

Sample Auxiliary Pioneer Schedules

Ways to Schedule 12 Hours of Field Service Each Week

Mornings—Monday Through Saturday

Sunday may be substituted for any day.

Two Full Days

Any two days of the week may be selected. (Depending on the days selected, this schedule might total only 48 hours for the month.)

Two Evenings and the Weekend

Any two weekday evenings may be selected.

Three Afternoons and Saturday

Sunday may be substituted for any day.

My Personal Service Schedule

Decide the number of hours foreach period.

^Memorial Reminders*

The Memorial observance this year falls on Thursday, March 24. The elders should give attention to the following matters:

• ■ In setting the time for the meeting, make sure that the emblems will not be passed until after sundown.

• ■ Everyone, including the speaker, should be informed of the exact time and location of the observance.

• ■ The appropriate type of bread and wine should be obtained and made ready.—See the February 15,2003, Watchtower, pp. 14-15.

• ■ Plates, glasses, and a suitable table and tablecloth should be brought to the hall and put in place in advance.

• ■ The Kingdom Hall or other meeting place should be thoroughly cleaned ahead of time.

• ■ Attendants and servers should be selected and instructed in advance about their duties, the proper procedure to be followed, and the need for dignified dress and grooming.

• ■ Arrangements should be made to serve any of the anointed who are infirm and unable to be present.

• ■ When more than one congregation is scheduled to use the same Kingdom Hall, there should be good coordination among congregations so as to avoid unnecessary congestion in the lobby or entryway, on the public sidewalks, and in the parking lot.

  Conducting Progressive Bible Studies

  Part 6: When a Student Raises a Question

  
  

• ¹ Once a Bible study is well established, it is usually best to consider Bible teachings in an orderly manner rather than jump from subject to subject. This helps the student to build a foundation of accurate knowledge and to progress spiritually. (Col. 1: 9, 10) Often, though, students raise questions on various subjects during the study. How should these be handled?

• ² Be Discerning: Questions related to the study material being considered can usually be answered on the spot. If a question will be addressed later in the study publication, it may be sufficient simply to point that out. However, if a question is unrelated to the study material or will require research to answer properly, it may be better to consider the matter after the study or at another time. Some find that writing the question down assures the student that his question is being taken seriously and helps prevent the study from becoming sidetracked.

• ³ Many Bible teachings are considered only briefly in our basic study publications. What if a student has difficulty accepting a certain teaching or holds strongly to a false belief? It may be beneficial to consider additional material that thoroughly discusses what the Bible says on that subject. If the student is still not convinced, leave the subject for another time and continue on with his regular study. (John 16:12) As he gains a broader knowledge of the Bible and progresses spiritually, he may come to understand that Bible teaching.

• ⁴ Be Modest: If you are not sure of the answer to a question, resist the temptation to venture an opinion. (2 Tim. 2: 15; 1 Pet. 4:11) Explain that you will research the matter and return with an answer. You might even use the opportunity to teach the student how to do research. Progressively show him how to use the various research tools provided by Jehovah’s organization. In this way he will eventually be able to answer his own questions. —Acts 17:11.

  Help Them Receive a Further Witness

  
  

^xAs we share the good news, we often meet people who live outside our territory or who speak another language, including sign language. Others with whom we have enjoyed good Bible discussions may move out of our territory. How can we arrange for such ones to receive a further witness? By using the Please Follow Up (S-43) form.

• ² People often listen more intently to the good news when it is presented in their mother tongue. (Acts 22:1, 2) Hence, in most cases, when we meet someone who speaks another language, we should fill out the form even if the person does not show interest in the Kingdom message. However, where there is a sizable foreign-language population that is regularly receiving a witness in their own language, it may not be necessary to fill out the form except when interest is shown.

• ³ Filling Out the Form: Tactfully endeavor to obtain the person’s name, his address, and his telephone number. Indicate the degree of interest shown, when the person can be reached, the literature that was placed or requested, and the language that the person best understands. After completing the form, promptly give it to the congregation secretary, who will forward it to the appropriate congregation or group.

• ⁴ Forwarding the Form: If the secretary does not know which congregation or group should receive the form or does not have the mailing address, he may telephone the Territory Desk at the branch office to obtain the needed information. It is no longer necessary to involve the city overseer when forwarding the form.

• ⁵ Whenever a congregation or a group receives a completed Please Follow Up form, arrangements should be made to call on the person promptly. As we diligently do our part, we can be confident that Jehovah will open the hearts of those who are “rightly disposed for everlasting life.” —Acts 13:48.

Announcements

■ Literature offer for February: Draw Close to Jehovah. If this publication is not available, you may use the Creation book (large or small size) or the Revelation Climax book as an alternative offer. March: Keep on the Watch! Where genuine interest is shown, offer the Knowledge book, making a special effort to start Bible studies. April and May: The Watchtower and Awake! magazines. When making return visits on interested people, including those who attended the Memorial or other theocratic events but who are not actively associated with the congregation, concentrate on placing the Worship God book. The objective should be to start a home Bible study, especially with individuals who have already studied the Knowledge book and the Require brochure.

■ The presiding overseer or someone designated by him should audit the congregation’s accounts on March 1 or as soon as possible thereafter. If a separate checking account is maintained, such as for maintenance or construction, arrangements should also be made to audit this account. When the audit(s) have been completed, this should be announced to the congregation with the next accounts report.

■ The secretary and the service overseer should review the activity of all regular pioneers. If any are having difficulty meeting the hour requirement, the elders should arrange for assistance to be given. For suggestions, review the annual S-201 letters.

■ The special public talk for the 2005 Memorial season will be entitled “Why Did Jesus Suffer and Die?” See the related announcement in the September 2004 Our Kingdom Ministry.

■ All will want to be present at the Public Meeting on Sunday, March 20, for a special announcement regarding a provision that will be made available to publishers.

■ The branch facilities in Brooklyn, Patterson, and Wallkill, New York, will be closed on the following Saturdays: March 12, 2005 (Gilead graduation); May 14, 2005 (spring cleaning); September 10, 2005 (Gilead graduation); and October 1, 2005 (annual meeting of the Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania). The branch facilities in Wallkill only will be closed on Monday, May 16, 2005. There will be no arrangements for tours or for congregations to pick up literature on those dates.

THEOCRATIC MINISTRY SCHOOL REVIEW

The following questions will be considered orally at the Theocratic Ministry School during the week beginning February 28, 2005. The school overseer will conduct a 30-minute review based on material covered in assignments for the weeks of January 3 through February 28, 2005. [Note: Where there are no references after the question, you will need to do your own research to find the answers.—See Ministry School, pp. 36-7.]

SPEECH QUALITIES

• 1. How can we make our speech more understandable? [be p. 226 par. 1-p. 227 par. 1]

• 2. What types of terms may require additional explanation? [be p. 227 par. 2-p. 228 par. 1]

• 3. What approach will help us to present material in a way that truly informs our listeners? [be p. 231 pars. 1-3]

• 4. How can we make the reading of a familiar scripture informative to our audience? [be p. 231 pars. 4-5]

• 5. What might be the effect of encouraging our listeners to focus on details in a familiar Bible account? [be p. 232 pars. 2-4]

ASSIGNMENT NO. 1

• 6. What is included in teaching people to “fear the true God and keep his commandments”? (Eccl. 12:13) [be p. 272 par. 3-p. 273 par. 1]

• 7. How can we call attention not just to the name Jehovah but to the person behind the name? (Joel 2:32) [be p. 274 pars. 3-5]

• 8. How important is it to take in knowledge of Jesus and to bear witness to him? (John 17:3) [be p. 276 par. 1]

• 9. How are having an approved relationship with God and an understanding of the Bible directly linked to appreciation for Jesus? [be p. 276 par. 2]

• 10. How can we demonstrate that we truly believe that Jesus Christ is King? [be p. 277 par. 4]

WEEKLY BIBLE READING

• 11. Was Abraham’s father, Terah, a worshiper of idols? (Josh. 24:2)

• 12. Did Gideon lack courage to fulfill the assignment Jehovah had given him? Why do you so answer? (Judg. 6:25-27)

• 13. What can we learn from the way in which Gideon addressed the tribe of Ephraim? (Judg. 8:1-3)

• 14. What was indicated by the unwillingness of the people of Gibeah to extend hospitality? (Judg. 19:14, 15)

• 15. If ‘each one was accustomed to do what was right in his own eyes,’ did this foster anarchy? (Judg. 21:25)

Feature Magazines in Your Ministry

• ¹ “Interesting, timely, and uplifting.” “The most encouraging journals I’ve ever read.” These comments well describe how readers the world over feel about The Watchtower and Awake! Indeed, our magazines have proved to be invaluable tools in reaching “all sorts of men” with the good news. —1 Tim. 2:4.

• ² A career-oriented man obtained an Awake! magazine on a subject that interested him. Later, he read the accompanying issue of The Watchtower, which contained an article that prompted him to scrutinize his lifelong belief in the Trinity. This sparked his interest. Six months later he was baptized. Another man regularly received the magazines but never read them. His wife, on the other hand, avoided the Witnesses but read the magazines left with her husband. Her heart was touched by the Bible’s promise of an earthly paradise filled with righteous people. In time, she, her son, and her sister became servants of Jehovah.

• ³ Offer Them as a Set: As the foregoing examples show, we cannot be sure who will read our magazines or what may arouse their interest. (Eccl. 11:6) Therefore, it is advantageous to offer The Watchtower and Awake! together as a set, even though we will generally highlight only one magazine in our presentation. In certain circumstances, it may be appropriate to offer several differ-

1, 2. How have The Watchtower and Awake! touched people’s lives?

• 3. What is the advantage of offering the magazines as a set?

ent issues of our magazines on a visit.

• ⁴ It is beneficial to schedule one day each week to share in magazine work. On the 2005 Calendar of Jehovah’s Witnesses, every Saturday is designated as “Magazine Day.” Of course, since local and personal circumstances vary, some may set aside another day to focus on offering our journals. Is this part of your weekly schedule?

• ⁵ Set a Personal Goal: Setting a personal monthly goal of magazine placements can help us to be more magazine conscious. Do you have a magazine route? Do you offer magazines to those whom you meet in the ministry? Could you offer magazines in street work, in business territory, and in public places? Do you carry magazines with you when traveling, shopping, and going to appointments? Take advantage of every appropriate opportunity to help others benefit from The Watchtower and Awake!

• ⁶ We might also make it our aim to place older issues that we have on hand. Even if magazines are not placed within a month or two of the issue date, the information retains its value. Get them into the hands of interested ones. For millions of people, the Watchtower and Awake! magazines have been “a word ... at the right time.” (Prov. 25:11) Let us use them to help millions more come to know and serve Jehovah.

• 4. How might we schedule magazine work?

• 5. What opportunities to place magazines should we be alert to, and what can help us to do so?

• 6. How can we make good use of older issues of the magazines?

™Watchtower Feb. 15

Announcing Jehovah'S Kingdom

“At times, we hear reports in which it is claimed that a miracle has occurred. [Mention an example.] Some people believe these reports. Others are skeptical. This magazine examines whether the miracles reported in the Bible really occurred and whether such things happen today.” Read Jeremiah 32.21.

Awake! Feb. 22

“In ancient times, God commanded children to honor their mother as well as their father. [Read Exodus 20:12.] Do you think that mothers are being properly honored today? [Allow for response.] This magazine examines the challenges that mothers in various lands are facing and how they are meeting those challenges.”

™Watchtower Mar. 1

Announcing Jehovahs Kingdom

“Do you think the world would be a better place if everyone applied this advice? [Read Romans 12:17, 18. Then allow for response.] Sadly, personal differences sometimes occur. This magazine shows how applying the Bible’s counsel can help us to resolve conflicts and restore peace.”

Awake! Mar. 8

“Each year, the demand for energy grows. Can you imagine what would happen if one day the energy we need ran out? [Allow for response.] This magazine discusses the progress that has been made in developing cleaner energy sources. It also identifies the Source of all energy.” Read Isaiah 40:26.

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