August 11-17
PROVERBS 26
Song 88 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Stay Away From “Someone Stupid”
(10 min.)
“Someone stupid” rarely deserves honor (Pr 26:1; it-2 729 ¶6)
“Stupid people” often need strong discipline (Pr 26:3; w87 10/1 19 ¶12)
“Someone stupid” is unreliable (Pr 26:6; it-2 191 ¶4)
DEFINITION: In the Bible, the term “someone stupid” describes a person who rejects reason and follows a morally insensible course.
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
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Pr 26:4, 5—Why are these two proverbs not contradictory? (it-1 846)
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What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Pr 26:1-20 (th study 5)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Use a tract to start a conversation. (lmd lesson 1 point 5)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Continue the discussion of the tract you left on a previous visit. (lmd lesson 7 point 4)
6. Making Disciples
(5 min.) Help your student prepare to witness to a relative. (lmd lesson 11 point 5)
Song 94
7. Become “Wise for Salvation” Through Personal Study
(15 min.) Discussion.
The apostle Paul reminded Timothy of the value of the holy writings that he learned from infancy. These writings were able to make Timothy “wise for salvation.” (2Ti 3:15) Because Bible truths are so valuable, it is important for each Christian to schedule time for Bible reading and study. But what if we do not enjoy study?
Read 1 Peter 2:2. Then ask the audience:
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Is it possible for us to learn to enjoy Bible study?
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What can we do to “form a longing” for God’s Word?—w18.03 29 ¶6
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How can electronic tools from the organization help us to make Bible study more rewarding?
Play the VIDEO Organizational Accomplishments—Tips for Using JW Library. Then ask the audience:
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How have you benefited from JW Library®?
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What features have you enjoyed using?
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What features do you want to learn and start using?
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 8-9
