October 28–November 3

PSALMS 103-104

October 28–November 3

Song 30 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)

TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD

1. He Remembers “That We Are Dust”

(10 min.)

Jehovah’s compassion moves him to be reasonable (Ps 103:8; w23.07 32:5)

He does not give up on us when we make mistakes (Ps 103:9, 10; w23.09 37:16-18)

He does not expect more of us than we can give (Ps 103:14; w23.05 24:2)

ASK YOURSELF, ‘Do I treat my mate in a manner that reflects Jehovah’s reasonableness?’

2. Spiritual Gems

(10 min.)

  • Ps 104:24​—What does this verse teach us about Jehovah’s creativity? (cl 55 ¶18)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?

3. Bible Reading

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY

4. Starting a Conversation

(3 min.) PUBLIC WITNESSING. (lmd lesson 3 point 4)

5. Following Up

(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Discuss the video Welcome to Your Bible Study with someone who accepted a Bible study. (th study 9)

6. Talk

(5 min.) lmd appendix A point 6​—Theme: A Husband Should “Love His Wife as He Does Himself.” (th study 1)

LIVING AS CHRISTIANS

Song 44

7. Do You Know Your Limitations?

(15 min.) Discussion.

Giving Jehovah our best makes him happy, and it brings us joy as well. (Ps 73:28) However, trying to do our best without considering our limitations can cause needless anxiety and disappointment.

Play the VIDEO DRAMATIZATION We Can Do More With Reasonable Expectations. Then ask the audience:

  • What does Jehovah expect of us? (Mic 6:8)

  • What helped the young sister to be less anxious about reaching her goal?

8. Congregation Bible Study

(30 min.) w19.08 32:1-8

Concluding Comments (3 min.) | Song 55 and Prayer