Make Disciples (5 mins.) Encourage a Bible student who is facing opposition from family (lmd lesson 12 point 4).
Setting: During the study, the student indicates that he faces opposition from his family because of his desire to draw closer to Jehovah and make spiritual progress. The publisher comforts him by using Bible examples about Jesus, who also faced opposition from his family, and offers practical, Bible-based advice to strengthen his faith.
Publisher: Congratulations, you grasped the points well and the study was very lively, but I think there is something that is preventing you from progressing spiritually.
Assistant: The thing is, my family doesn't understand why I study the Bible or why I want to join the Jehovah's Witnesses. They say I'm crazy and that I'm drifting away from them.
Publisher: I understand that family opposition can be very painful, but remember that you are not alone. Even Jesus faced opposition from his own family, as shown in Mark 3:21, which you can read.
Assistant: It says: “When his family found out what was happening, they went to get him to take him away, because they said, ‘He has gone crazy.’”
Publisher: It's very difficult when it's your own family that's attacking you.
Assistant: Yes you're right.
Publisher: You can read John 7:5.
Assistant: It says: “In reality, his brothers did not demonstrate faith in him.”
Publisher: You can be sure that Jesus understands how you feel when you are mocked or mistreated because of your faith. You know, [name], many of our brothers and sisters have gone through the same thing and overcome it. Always remember that Jehovah loves you and is the one who guides you.
Notice what Isaiah 41:10 says: “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” As you can see, you are not alone. Jehovah knows what you are going through.
Assistant: Thank you. You've helped me a lot. I feel much better now.
Publisher: I want you to know that our families need to see the positive effect that the truth has on us. They need to perceive that our faith makes us different, not in a negative or unpleasant way, but for the better.
Therefore, to continue progressing, you need to pray to Jehovah frequently, since prayer is a way of communicating with God and is essential to our relationship with him. You should pray to ask for his guidance, strength, and wisdom.
In addition, you should attend meetings regularly. It is also important to seek the company of your brothers and sisters.
Assistant: Thanks again for the advice.
Publisher: You're welcome. Always remember that with Jehovah's help we can overcome any obstacle.
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