Song 61 and Prayer

Opening Comments (3 min. or less)

“With What Will I Repay Jehovah?”: (10 min.)

• Ps 116:3, 4, 8—Jehovah rescued the psalmist from death (w87 3/15 24 ¶5)

• Ps 116:12—The psalmist wanted to show his gratitude to Jehovah (w09 7/15 29 ¶4-5; w98 12/1 24 ¶3)

• Ps 116:13, 14, 17, 18—The psalmist was determined to fulfill all his obligations to Jehovah (w10 4/15 27, box)

Digging for Spiritual Gems: (8 min.)

• Ps 110:4—What is the “oath” referred to in this verse? (w14 10/15 11 ¶15-17; w06 9/1 14 ¶1)

• Ps 116:15—During a funeral talk, why should this verse not be applied to the deceased? (w12 5/15 22 ¶2)

• What does this week’s Bible reading teach me about Jehovah?

• What points from this week’s Bible reading can I use in the field ministry?

Bible Reading: (4 min. or less) Ps 110:1–111:10

Initial Call: (2 min. or less) ll 16—Lay the groundwork for a return visit.

Return Visit: (4 min. or less) ll 17—Lay the groundwork for the next visit.

Bible Study: (6 min. or less) bh 179-181 ¶17-19—Help the student to see how he can apply the material.

Song 82

“Teach the Truth”: (7 min.) Discussion.

“Special Campaign to Distribute The Watchtower in September”: (8 min.) Discussion. Play the first sample presentation for September, and then discuss the highlights. Generate enthusiasm for the campaign, and encourage auxiliary pioneering.

Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) ia chap. 23 ¶1-14

Review Followed by Preview of Next Week (3 min.)

Song 144 and Prayer

Reminder: Play the music through once before singing.