Make return visits (4 mins.) FROM HOUSE TO HOUSE. Use one of the truths in appendix A of the brochure A Work of Love (lmd lesson 9 point 3).
Setting: During a return visit, the publisher talks with someone who expresses concern about the world's problems. In the conversation, the publisher explains, based on the Bible, that God has not given up on mankind and that he promises a future without suffering, sadness, or pain, where mankind can be happy under his rule.
Publisher: Hi, how are you? It's good to see you again.
Assistant: Fine and how are you?
Publisher: I'm fine, thank you for having me back. As you may recall, I told you I would come today to talk about God's purpose to make the Earth a paradise, as He intended from the beginning.
Assistant: Yes, I remember our previous conversation. I'd like to believe that's possible, but it's hard to imagine a world without problems or suffering. Life is full of challenges and obstacles, and it seems there's always something to worry us or cause us pain. However, I think it's worth considering the possibility that there might be a solution to all these problems.
Publisher: It's understandable that you have doubts, but the Bible teaches us that God's purpose is to restore the Earth to its original state of perfection. In the beginning, God created a perfect world, without suffering or pain, and He wants to restore that perfection. So there is hope for the future, hope that things will get better.
Assistant: But how can this be possible after everything we've seen and experienced? Poverty, disease... it's as if the world is getting worse and worse. The situation seems to deteriorate every day, and it's hard to see a way out.
Publisher: Yes, it is true, the world is full of problems, but the Bible teaches us that God has not given up on mankind. He wants us to be happy and live in a world without suffering, just as it says at Revelation 21:3, 4: “Then I heard a loud voice coming from the throne, saying: ‘Look! The tent of God is with mankind. He will reside with them and they will be his people. God himself will be with them. 4He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor crying nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.’”
As you noticed, it's as if God puts His signature on that promise, guaranteeing that it will be fulfilled. God's promise is clear and certain; He is committed to its fulfillment. So we can trust Him and His word.
Assistant: I've seen so much suffering in my life... I've lost loved ones, I've been through difficult times, and it's hard for me to believe.
Publisher: I understand. Our Creator gives us many promises and prophecies that let us know He will fulfill His word. These promises and prophecies give us a glimpse into the future and allow us to see that God is working to fulfill His purpose. How about I come back another day to explain more about God's promises?
Assistant: Yes, that sounds good to me. I'd like to know more about this topic.
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