DAILY TEXT, Today Thursday October 17, 2024,  I will blot out of my book anyone who has sinned against me (Ex. 32:33).

Let us examine the Scriptures every day 2024

Thursday, October 17, 2024

I will blot out of my book him who has sinned against me (Ex. 32:33).

The names written in the book of life can be blotted out, as though Jehovah had written them in pencil for the time being. (Rev. 3:5) We must make sure that our names remain in the book until Jehovah writes them permanently, as though in ink. A group of people who have their names written in the book of life are those who have been selected to reign with Christ in heaven. According to what the apostle Paul told his fellow workers in Philippi, the names of anointed Christians—those who have been invited to rule with Christ—are already in the book of life. (Phil. 4:3) But in order for their names not to be blotted out of this symbolic book, they must remain faithful. And when they receive the final seal, either before their death or before the great tribulation breaks out, their names will be written permanently in the book. (Rev. 7:3) w22.09 15 pars. 3, 5, 6.

SPIRITUAL GEMS: Week of October 14-20, 2024, Psalm 96-99, Answers.

SPIRITUAL GEMS: 14-20-October-2024, Psalm 96-99, Answers.

Spiritual Gems (10 min.)

Ps 96:1. What does the expression “a new song” usually refer to? (it-1 412).

We see that the expression a new song that appears in Psalm 96:1 and other passages of the scriptures such as Isaiah and Revelation, usually refers to a proclamation of praise due to new and notable events related to the exercise of Jehovah's sovereignty.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

In Psalm 96:1, it refers to a song sung in response to new acts of Jehovah that demonstrate his sovereignty and kingship. This concept relates to the celebration of significant events in salvation history and the proclamation of God's kingship. In the context of the psalms, this song is sung to express joy and appreciation for God's intervention and the extension of his dominion over earth and heaven.

In the context of Psalm 96, the announcement that Jehovah himself has become king stands out, which indicates a change or advance in Jehovah's government, a government that deserves to be celebrated with a new expression of praise. This new song highlights the importance of events related to the earth.

CONGREGATION BIBLE STUDY, Week 14-20 October 202, Chapter 16, paragraphs 10-18, Answers.

CONGREGATION BIBLE STUDY, 10-14-20-2024, Chapter 16, paragraphs 10-18, Answers.

Congregation Bible Study (30 mins.) bt ch. 16 pars. 10-18.

“The crowd rushed against them” (Acts 16:16-24)

10. What did the demons do to try to stop Paul and his companions?

The demons attempted to stop Paul and his companions by having a young servant girl, possessed by a demon, follow them and shout that they were “slaves of the Most High God” and that they were preaching the way of salvation. This act was intended to confuse people, making it seem as if Paul’s teachings were aligned with the young woman’s predictions, which might divert the attention of true Christians. However, Paul, realizing what was happening, freed her from the demon.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

The demons tried to interfere with the work of Paul and his companions by using a young servant girl possessed by a demon. As Paul and the others were heading to the place of prayer, the girl began to follow them shouting that they were Slaves of the Most High God and preached the way of salvation. 

Demons tried to stop Paul and his companions by interfering with their work. For example, they used a young woman who had a demon to follow Paul and shout that he and his friends were servants of God. The demon probably wanted to confuse people by making it seem as if the young woman's predictions and Paul's teachings came from the same source. However, Paul cast out the demon and freed the young woman.

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY: Week 14-20 October 2024, Sense of Commitment: Imitate Jesus. Audience discussion based on the booklet A Work of Love lesson 10 points 3-5 and “See Also”. Prepared Assignment.

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY:  October 14-20, 2024, Sense of Commitment: Imitate Jesus. Audience discussion based on the booklet A Labor of Love lesson 10 points 3-5 and “See Also.” Prepared Assignment.

Sense of Commitment: Imitate Jesus (8 mins.) Audience discussion based on the booklet A Labor of Love lesson 10 points 3-5 and “See Also.”

Imitate Jesus

3. Conduct the Bible course at a time and place that is convenient for your student. 

Does he or she prefer a particular day or time? Where will he or she feel most comfortable: at work, at home, or in a public place? Whenever possible, accommodate your schedule to your student's.

Show consideration and empathy: Adapting to the student's schedule and preferences reflects that you really care about their well-being and comfort. This builds trust and a more relaxed environment for learning. When students perceive that their needs and circumstances are respected, they are more likely to feel motivated and engaged with the course.

Create a comfortable learning environment: Different people feel comfortable in different environments. Some prefer to study at home because it is a familiar and private environment, while others may choose to study in a public place or at work. By offering options, you allow the student to choose the environment in which they feel most secure, relaxed, and willing to focus on Bible teaching.

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY: Week 14-20 October 2024, Sense of Commitment: What Jesus did. VIDEO: Jesus teaches Nicodemus. Audience discussion based on the booklet A Work of Love lesson 10 points 1-2 and “See Also”. Prepared Assignment.

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY: 10/14/2024, Sense of Commitment: What Jesus Did. VIDEO: Jesus teaches Nicodemus. Audience discussion based on the booklet A Work of Love lesson 10 points 1-2 and “See Also.” Prepared Assignment.

1. Sense of commitment: What Jesus did (7 mins.) Audience discussion. Play the VIDEO and then discuss the booklet A Work of Love lesson 10 points 1,2.

What could have been the reason Nicodemus came to Jesus at night? (See John 12:42, 43).

Nicodemus came at night because he did not want to be observed, because he was not ready to declare or be seen by the public that he was interested in the teachings of Jesus because of fear. For example in John 12:42,43, it is mentioned that the rulers some believed in Jesus knew that what Jesus said was true, but they were afraid of being expelled from the synagogue because they preferred the glory of men instead of that of God.

Nicodemus being a Pharisee of the Sanhedrin probably feared being rejected or removed from his position, so approaching Jesus at night allowed him to understand the truth, learn from Jesus without compromising his social status, although perhaps many saw that in a bad light, but it shows us the commitment to want to know the truth, over time we see that this paid off, his faith grew and finally he even took Jesus' side when he helped at his burial.

TREASURES FROM GOD'S WORD: Week of October 14-20, 2024, Let's Proclaim the Good News!, Prepared Speech.

TREASURES FROM GOD'S WORD: 14-20-October-2024, Let's Proclaim the Good News! Prepared Speech.

Let us proclaim the good news! (10 mins.)

People around the world are overwhelmed by bad news. If they turn on the radio, they hear gruesome reports of deadly diseases threatening humanity. If they watch the news, they see disturbing images of malnourished children crying for help. And if they open the newspaper, they read about bombs destroying buildings and killing countless innocent people.

Can we find good news in such a depressing world? Of course we can. We are encouraged to know that the Bible announces Good News, knowing that the Kingdom of God will put an end to disease, hunger, crime, wars and all kinds of oppression. Isn't this the news that everyone needs to hear? That's what we Jehovah's Witnesses believe. Psalm 96:2 invites us to proclaim Jehovah's good news of salvation by saying:

Watchtower Study, What Jehovah Has Done to Rescue Humans from Sin and Death, Week of October 7-13, 2024, Comments and Answers.

Watchtower Study, What Jehovah Has Done to Rescue Humans from Sin and Death, 7-13-Oct-2024, Comments and Answers.

“God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son” (JOHN 3:16).

1, 2. (a) What is sin, and how can we defeat it? (See also “Big Idea.”) 

Sin is disobedience to Jehovah's laws, and it is something we all commit because of our imperfection. But with Jehovah's help, we can fight against it and overcome it.

For sin is a terrible enemy that none of us can overcome on our own, since we all sin daily.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

Sin is disobedience to Jehovah's laws, and it is something we all commit because of our imperfection. But with Jehovah's help, we can fight against it and overcome it.

And according to the Bible, the word sin can have different meanings. For example, sin is doing something that Jehovah considers not right, but it is also failing to