APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY: Week of April 20-26, 2026, Speech: How to Study. Lesson 14, Prepared Assignment.

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY: April 20-26, 2026, Speech: How to Study. Lesson 14, Prepared Assignment.

Speech (5 mins.) be 28-31. Title: How to Study (th lesson 14).

Brothers and sisters, when we think about studying, perhaps the first thing that comes to mind is something very practical: sitting down, opening the Bible, having the publication at hand, a pen, and maybe a notebook. And all of that is very good. But the important question is not just what we need to do it, but how we study.

Because a person can dedicate time to studying and still not get the most out of it. So, what makes studying truly useful? We find the answer in the example of Ezra.

LET'S READ EZRA 7:10

“Ezra had set his heart to study the Law of the Lord, to practice it, and to teach its statutes and its judicial decisions in Israel.”

This text says that he “had prepared his heart” to study the Law of Jehovah, to put it into practice, and to teach it. Let us pay close attention: it does not say only that he prepared his materials or his mind, but his heart.

That teaches us the first point: to study well, we need the right attitude. And how do we achieve that attitude? An essential aid is prayer. Before we begin, we can ask Jehovah for his holy spirit to help us understand, to see how to apply what we read, and to examine ourselves honestly.

When we begin in this way, studying ceases to be a routine. We are no longer just looking for information; we are allowing Jehovah to teach us. Furthermore, preparing our heart involves humility. We do not approach the Bible to question it, but with trust in Jehovah.

And if we don't fully understand something, we don't rush to conclusions; rather, we continue investigating and wait on Jehovah. With that attitude, even a brief study can draw us much closer to him.

Now, in addition to attitude, we need a good method. Here's the second point: focus on the main ideas. Sometimes we read everything at once without stopping to think about the central message. But it's better to first get a general idea: look at the title, the subheadings, and ask ourselves, "What am I going to learn?"

Then, when reading, it's helpful to identify the main ideas. If there are questions, we look for the answers. And if not, we ask ourselves: "What's the key point here?" This helps us avoid getting lost in secondary details.

It is also important to read the biblical texts and see how they support what is being said. This way, we not only understand the commentary, but we also verify for ourselves what the Word of God teaches.

And what if a question arises? It's not always necessary to stop. Often, simply jotting it down and moving on is enough. This helps us stay on track with our studies.

Let us recall the example of the apostle Paul. After explaining profound ideas, he said, “This is the main point.” He knew that the essential point had to be emphasized. We too can ask ourselves from time to time, “What is the main idea here?”

And that brings us to the third point: studying should motivate us to action. This is proof that we are studying effectively. When we finish, we can ask ourselves: “What am I going to do with this? What should I change? How can I apply it to my life?”

Because study isn't just about acquiring knowledge. Jehovah teaches us to mold us. For example, if we study about prayer, we should improve our prayers. If we study about patience, we should consider with whom we can be more patient. And if it's about the ministry, we should see what we can apply that very week. In this way, study becomes something alive.

And there's one final, very useful tip: do a quick recap. Remembering the main points helps to fix them in your mind and use them later.

So, brothers and sisters, how can we study better? We can summarize it in three ideas: first, prepare your heart; second, focus on the main points; and third, apply what you have learned.

If we study in this way, it will not be a mere chore, but an opportunity to draw closer to Jehovah, to better understand his Word, and to allow that Word to transform us. And that is undoubtedly the kind of study that benefits us most.