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*** w86 10/15 pp. 4-5 The Global Power Struggle—Who Will Win? *** Daniel further says: “He [the king of the north] will actually rule over the hidden treasures . . . and over all the desirable things of Egypt. And the Libyans and the Ethiopians will be at his steps.” (Daniel 11:43) This may refer to natural resources; and the modern “king of the north” does control territories with an abundance of mineral resources, including oil. He also has strong influence in territories outside his domain that have rich natural resources. All of us have reason to watch with interest whether he will get greater control of these and how far his economic influence will reach. https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&docid=1986760&srctype=wol&srcid=share&par=16

Brother Kenneth Cook and Brother Ronald Curzan are making a lightning visit to Bethel Brazil to discuss matters related to the audio and video department. Today, according to a Bethel friend, Brother Curzan gave a report showing a video of the progress of the work in Ramapo, to say that it's going well. And he said that they are already recording Episode 9 of Jesus.

You are 100% correct. I’ve seen some brothers here talking about the war between Russia and Ukraine, and you can tell they really hate Russia, like it’s the villain. But is that really how a Christian should behave—taking sides like that? Saying one side is good and the other is bad? For Christians, there shouldn’t be any difference between Russia and Ukraine. The same goes for countries like the USA, China, or the Philippines, none of them are better than the others. All human governments stand in opposition to Jesus’ Kingdom and are described in the Bible as beasts. It’s one thing to share news about what’s happening in places like the USA, Iran, Russia, or China. But it’s another thing to start rooting for one country over another. Even if a place treats people, or even fellow believers, badly, we still shouldn’t take sides or support one nation over another. I even saw a brother comment here, after quoting a Bible text, ending his message with: ‘Brave Ukraine!’” I imagine him dressed in clothing with a Ukrainian flag logo,with a flag flying in his front yard. After Sunday's preaching to the people, Daniel 2:44

I don't talk much about Trump or his "administration" because I will seriously violate my neutrality if I do. I also try not to think about him.

Regarding the current conflict with Iran i see no way out. This country will stop at nothing because it is a religious ideology, this regime only knows the fist, and anyone that dies is martyrdom. They have prepared for this for years with there underground missile stockpiles, apparently they have five underground missile cities. There is no reasoning with religious extremism. And we know this when we meet a born again at the door, there is no reasoning with them. I feel there is just going to be a endless amounts of bombs dropped and more pain at the gas station. It's interesting though where are we in the streams of time concerning peace and security. I should know better by now in reading into news events and deduceing where does this lead us. The one thing ringing in my ear at the moment is security, everyone around the world relies on fuel to carry out mankind's basic needs. And that indeed is security for the world. I can't wait until this is all over as I am a carpenter in a regional area having to travel to work, and everytime I drive past a petrol station I try not to look at the prices.

The more I think about it, it does. Oil and Gas are "hidden" treasures (you need to dig a lot)

I knew it was about to happen...I could feel it coming. I had been standing out in the parking lot of the Hall, my eyes darting nervously back and forth between them. I could feel it building...they had disagreed inside the Hall already...and here they were...back at it again. And suddenly...the dam burst and a flood of emotion spilled out from both of their mouths...angry disbelief written plainly across both of their faces as they both loudly and insistently expressed their opinion. Unbelievably, friends...the conversation revolved around our current President and his current war in Iran...along with a load of other issues regarding the current administration. I had already walked away from the earlier conversation inside the Hall...and here I was again, standing awkwardly off to one side as one brother demanded that the other Brother tell him one single thing that the current President has done that is illegal. (That left the other brother standing in dumbfounded silence...looking at me as if expecting me to jump in.) I sighed, wished them both a good afternoon...and walked away...returning to my car and driving home in a state of saddened silence. Is that the end of the story? Of course not...you know me by now!! (I will now use this as an excuse to waffle on for at least 8 more paragraphs!😅) No...in all seriousness though...those two brothers quickly made up and apologized to each other...BEFORE they left the parking lot. I'm proud of both of them...since that incident...they have both also apologized to me for getting me involved...and have even strived hard to change their thinking to a more neutral stance...from BOTH sides. But this incident has made me very uncomfortable...not because of them...but because, at times during these conversations...I felt my inner head shaking or nodding in various stages of agreement or disagreement. *Sigh* Well, while I may have walked away from the conversation in the parking lot…the truth is...I didn’t walk away from the conversation it started inside myself. As I drove home, I found myself replaying what was said. No, not to argue back...but to sort it all out in my own head. To decide who made sense...to decide where I "stood". (How stupid does that sound now, looking back on it) As I drove...my mind replayed their words and began intermingling with all of my own observations from the news...from Google...from any other source I could remember. This time I didn't pull over and call someone...this time I just sat with my thoughts and let them marinate as I drove. It wasn't until after I returned home that I finally went into our computer room, sat down, slid my earbuds into my ears, turned on some 80's Synthwave music...and dived headfirst into some personal research...emerging three hours later tired yet deeply encouraged. You see...I ended up performing an in depth study of Matthew 24 and Luke 21...reminding myself of just how close we are to the end of this old system. It wasn't until I hit on one particular verse, however, that I began to feel my heart grow lighter. The verse? Luke 21:34: "34 “But pay attention to yourselves that your hearts never become weighed down with overeating and heavy drinking and anxieties of life, and suddenly that day be instantly upon you" How crazy is it that in the context of telling his disciples about the last days...Jesus didn't warn them, (and us), that we would be "confused" by all the wars and these other signs occurring all around us, nor did he tell us that we would have it all "figured out"...no, but he DID warn us that anxiety would weigh down our hearts, IF we weren't careful!! Suddenly a very stupid question started popped up out of nowhere and started swirling around in my own head: If Jesus warned me about being weighed down, why on earth was I allowing this conversation to sit so heavily inside me? The truth is: Staying alert…doesn't equal staying "stirred up" inside my own head. Shutting off my computer...I moved to join my wife on the couch while shaking my head and gently laughing at myself...because sometimes, the most faithful thing I can do...is walk away from the conversation happening in my own head.

I predict we'll have less at our Assembly this weekend due to fuel prices. Diesel is 312.9 per litre which converts to $8.26 USD per gallon.

Good for you, I can't go put gas in my car or buy groceries without thinking of him!

For some they see the clouds of a global destruction while for others - men are marrying and women are being given in marriage and life is going on. I imagine this is exactly what Jesus meant the time would be like just before Jehovah puts it into the nations hearts to attack all of false religion. We won't see it coming and there won't be some event more than any other that says "this is almost it". It will just be "this is it". And we'll know it as all nations will give enough authority to the UN and it will attack ALL of these religions. It is going to be sudden and right on Jehovah's timetable - whenever that is. We trust the timing will be perfect and he'll help us endure until then.

If Jehovah and Jesus allow me to enter Paradise, I would want to wait for the resurrection. I want to see my son again—the only son I lost last year. He was just two years old. After that, my wife couldn’t bear the pain and took her own life. I just want to see my son again. That’s all that matters to me. I don’t care about anything else.

Hello, I am a Recruiter, and I thought I could help my fellow brothers and sisters by posting here some of the jobs I am actively recruiting for; please let me know if this is ok

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I’ve been using this website I recently found. It’s great because even when I’m not in a position to watch the videos, I can take my time and read the transcripts instead. https://jwsubtitles.org/

I did a drawing of a whale shark a couple months ago

Our president in Philippines has declared a national state of emergency. Oil reserved will run out in 45 days. Lpgas will run out in 23 days.

In an effort to contradict myself (:D) here is the latest on the US President: Trump tells Republicans to pass a voting law "for Jesus" Because we all know how Jesus voted during the Roman elections.

The KotN blocking the Strait of Ormuz... That sounds a bit like Daniel 11:43, doesn't it?

case in Germany which has been going on for 10 years https://www.jw.org/en/news/region/germany/German-Supreme-Court-Urges-Resolution-in-the-Annemarie-Kusserow-Archive-Case/

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Friday, March 27 Their hearts continued dull in understanding.—Mark 6:52. After Jesus fed a crowd, he had his apostles leave the area to return to Capernaum by boat and he withdrew to the mountain, thus avoiding the crowd’s effort to make him king. (John 6:16-20) While the apostles were sailing, a storm arose, bringing violent wind and waves. Then Jesus came to them, walking on the water. And he invited the apostle Peter to walk on the water too. (Matt. 14:22-31) Once Jesus was in the boat, the wind abated. The disciples were moved to say: “You really are God’s Son.” (Matt. 14:33) Still, they did not see the connection between this miracle and what happened earlier with the crowd. Mark adds this detail: “[The apostles] were utterly amazed, for they had not grasped the meaning of the loaves.” (Mark 6:50-52) Yes, they failed to grasp the extent of the power that Jehovah had given Jesus to perform miracles. w24.12 5 ¶7

Just ignore the times Jehovah warned Israel to not expand its borders. (Deuteronomy 2:4, 5) 4 And give this command to the people: “You will pass by the border of your brothers, the descendants of Eʹsau, who are dwelling in Seʹir, and they will be afraid of you, and you must be very careful. 5 Do not engage in hostilities with them, for I will not give you any of their land, not even the space of a footprint, because I have given Mount Seʹir to Eʹsau as his possession. https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&pub=nwtsty&srctype=wol&bible=5002005&srcid=share (Deuteronomy 2:9) 9 Jehovah then said to me, ‘Do not engage in hostilities or in war with Moʹab, for I will not give you any of his land as a possession because I have given Ar as a possession to the descendants of Lot. https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&pub=nwtsty&srctype=wol&bible=5002009&srcid=share (Deuteronomy 32:8) 8 When the Most High gave the nations their inheritance, When he divided the sons of Adam from one another, He fixed the boundary of the peoples With regard for the number of the sons of Israel. https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&pub=nwtsty&srctype=wol&bible=5032008&srcid=share

Slovenia is in fuel rationing https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c77m4zx6zvmo

Speaking of which! S.Korea just imposed a vehicle usage restriction to save on the usage of barrels of oil. Can you imagine if this happens in many regions? Going back on Zoom in waves because we're restricted? That would be wild. Half the congregation show up because they can now use their car while the other half has to stay home. What "appears" to be happening and the driving allowance criteria: https://en.yenisafak.com/world/south-korea-enforces-strict-vehicle-rotation-as-middle-east-war-disrupts-energy-3716226 https://biz.chosun.com/en/en-policy/2026/03/24/DYXQRRQFQRBLJMXN75EAZ47WRE/ http://koreabizwire.com/seoul-moves-to-conserve-fuel-with-stricter-public-sector-car-limits/346761 (Edit: It's voluntary for private sector but seemingly mandatory for the public sector.)

Whatever you download it stores on your phone. Go to Library -> Downloaded You can clear out things from there and free up space.

Not yet. It wasn't in the update #1442 this morning. So not sure if it will be in time for next week.

Tuesday, March 24 I gave her time to repent.—Rev. 2:21. The elders try to determine the circumstances that led up to a sin. For example, did the Christian slowly become weak because he neglected personal study or the ministry? Have his prayers to Jehovah become infrequent or superficial? Has he been allowing wrong desires to guide him? Has he made unwise choices in his associations or entertainment? How might such choices have affected his heart? Does he recognize how his recent decisions and actions have affected his Father, Jehovah? By asking meaningful questions without being unnecessarily intrusive, the elders kindly draw out the wrongdoer and help him to reason on his course. (Prov. 20:5) In addition, they might use illustrations to help the person to reason and to see the wrongness of his actions. Perhaps during the first meeting, the person will begin to feel real sorrow over the course he has followed. He may even repent. w24.08 22 ¶9-11

Just for a moment… imagine something very simple… A refrigerator. It stands there… quiet… unmoving… maybe in a corner of your kitchen. From the outside… it seems completely ordinary. You can’t see what’s inside. You can’t hear anything. You can’t feel anything. And yet… we all know: Inside… there is something valuable. Something that nourishes us. Something that gives us strength. Something that sustains life. But… as long as it remains closed… everything stays hidden. And the light? It only turns on… when you open it. — Isn’t that a touching illustration… for something we have near us every day? The Bible. — Maybe it’s on your bedside table. Maybe on the table in your living room. Maybe even within reach on your phone. So close. And yet… sometimes so far away. — Because as long as it stays closed… the light stays off. Not just any light. But the light that warms our heart. The light that understands us. The light that tells us: “You are not alone.” — Brothers and sisters… how often are there days… when our heart feels heavy? Days when thoughts become loud… Thoughts like: “I’m not good enough.” “I can’t do this.” “Jehovah can’t really be pleased with me…” And especially on those days… the Bible sometimes remains closed. — Why? Because we are tired. Because we are empty. Because maybe we even feel a little ashamed. — But exactly then… exactly then… we need the light the most. — Now I would like to invite you… to imagine a scene very vividly. It is evening. A brother… or a sister… is sitting alone in their room. The light is dim. The day has been long. Maybe there were disappointments. Maybe something was said… that is now regretted. Maybe there is simply the feeling… of not being enough. — The thoughts grow louder. Heavier. Darker. — And there… just a few centimeters away… lies the Bible. — But the heart whispers: “Not today.” “You’re not worthy.” “Jehovah surely doesn’t want to hear from you right now.” — Do you know moments like that? These quiet battles… that no one sees… but that feel so real? — And then… very gently… the person reaches for the Bible. Not strong. Not confident. But hesitant. Maybe with tears in their eyes. — And then… they open it. — And in that very moment… the light turns on. — Not visible in the room. But felt in the heart. — Their eyes fall on a verse. Maybe Psalm 34:18: “Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — And suddenly… it feels as if Jehovah himself is speaking. — Not loudly. Not harshly. Not condemning. — But gently. Lovingly. Deeply. — “I am here.” “I see you.” “I know your heart.” “And I am close to you.” — And in that moment… something changes. — Maybe not the circumstances. Maybe not immediately the problems. But the heart… becomes calmer. Lighter. Comforted. — Brothers and sisters… that is exactly what happens… when we open. — The Bible is not just a book. It is Jehovah’s voice. His heart. His thoughts… about you. — In Psalm 119:105 it says: “Your word is a lamp to my foot and a light for my path.” — A lamp doesn’t help… if it remains turned off. And a path does not become brighter… if we stay standing in the dark. — Jehovah has given us His Word… because He loves us. Because He knows… how often we need light. — Here is another illustration: Imagine someone writes you a letter every day. Every single day. With loving words. With thoughts like: “I’m thinking of you.” “I’m proud of you.” “I am here for you.” — But… you never open the letters. — What happens? The love is there. The words are there. But they don’t reach you. — Not because they aren’t powerful enough… but because they remain unopened. — Isn’t that exactly what sometimes happens? Jehovah writes to us. Every day. Through His Word. — But we have to open. — Maybe you’re thinking now: “Sometimes I read… but I don’t feel anything.” — Then the question might be: Am I only opening the pages… or am I also opening my heart? — Jehovah is not looking for perfect readers. He is looking for honest hearts. — Hearts that say: “Jehovah… I am tired.” “Jehovah… I don’t understand everything.” “Jehovah… but I need you.” — And every time we open like that… the light turns on. — Maybe very quietly. Maybe very gently. — But always real. Always loving. Always from Jehovah. — So… the next time you have a difficult moment… when your heart grows quiet… when your thoughts pull you down… — then remember this simple thought: The refrigerator… — the light only turns on… when you open it. — And you can only take something out of it… under the same condition. — Open the Bible. Not out of obligation. But out of longing. — Open it… and let Jehovah speak to your heart. — Because when you open… you will realize: You were never alone. — Jehovah was there the whole time… waiting… so patiently… so lovingly… — until you open… and His light fills your heart.

Look at the last bullet point. it is designed to work in support of, not in place of, existing UN principal organs (like the Security Council) and operational agencies. So, work in cooperation with the Security Council, of which the United States is a permanent member with veto power. The UN will never accomplish anything the US opposes so long as the US can veto any proposed action. Same holds true with any of the other permanent members - UK, France, Russia, and China. This is why the UN is ineffective. It has no real power because the US & UK (King of the South) is eternally at odds with Russia & China (King of the North).

Jehovah: "Richard, take this hammer and demolish New York City, turn it into rubble" Richard: "Jehovah, that will take forever!" Jehovah: "So?"

"Ulysses..." "Your son lives again."

Enthroned... Excellent choice of words

I downloaded the EXE file. When activated, it erased all of the existing 2601 WTL. I had to manually ask it to load a new library. It did so but the framework was completely empty except for a help file (no daily text, not publications). I went back and clicked on the EXE file a second time and it started downloading the rest of the library (it may have been trying in the background, I don't know). After a few minutes, I got the new logo (app icon). When I opened the library, it was still empty. I clicked on the help menu and asked for "updates". A menu appeared showing the program still loading (about 3/4 done). I waited until it was finished and looked in help one more time to see which version was loaded. It said 2601. So after all that work and a half-hour of fooling around, I got the same program, the same data, the same publications and the same version number...WITH a new logo/icon.

Are you referring to the US or Iran? Remember that a lot of evangelical Christians in the US believe in the rapture and also believe that Armageddon will happen somewhere on middle eastern soil.

Thursday, March 26 The one who says a greeting to him is a sharer in his wicked works.—2 John 11. Each Christian needs to use his Bible-trained conscience when dealing with someone who has been removed from the congregation. Some may feel comfortable with greeting or welcoming the person if he attends a meeting. However, we would not have an extended conversation or socialize with the individual. Some may wonder, ‘Doesn’t the Bible say that a Christian who says a greeting to such a person becomes a sharer in his wicked works?’ (2 John 9-11) The context of this scripture shows that this direction refers to apostates and others who actively promote wrong conduct. (Rev. 2:20) Therefore, if a person is actively promoting apostate teachings or other wrongdoing, the elders would not arrange to visit him. Of course, there is hope that he will come to his senses. Until that happens, though, we would neither greet such a person nor invite him to attend a congregation meeting. w24.08 30-31 ¶14-15

We occasionally have apostates come up to our litcarts in town. We don't know this, at first, so give them our customary greeting. Some of our brothers and sisters can quickly identify these individuals, but they can appear to agree with our teachings at first before throwing something to raise doubts. Certainly 'by their fruits' you can see what they are trying to do. We endeavour to be polite, but we let them know that we are not engaging with them; walking away if appropriate.

A Love Story. A girl potato and a boy potato had eyes for each other and got married. They had a little sweet potato whom they named " Yam ". They loved her, and when the time was right they told her about the facts of life. They warned her about going out and getting half-baked so she wouldn't get mashed and get a bad name for herself like "Hot Potato" and end up having a bunch of un-planned tator tots, but not sit at home and become a couch potato either, get plenty of exercise and not be a shoestring . When she went to Europe they told her to watch out for the hard boiled guys from Ireland and the greasy ones from France. When she went out west they warned her about the Indians so she wouldn't get scalloped. She agreed to stay on the straight and narrow and not associate with those high class Yukon Golds, or the bad girls known as Frito Lays. Mr. and Mrs.Potato sent Yam to Idaho P.U. ( Potato University ) with high hopes , but in spite of all they did for her she came home and announced she was marrying Tom Brokaw. Mr. and Mrs. Potato were very upset and told Yam she couldn't possibly marry Tom Brokaw, because he was just a ..................COMMON-TATOR!! #TBJOTDHAYDEN.

They look friendly:) Here you go!

Hi Nataly, It seems to be okay with the mods. I think it could be an answer to someones prayers. I'm looking forward to see what jobs you're recruiting for

Webb and Hubble share most comprehensive view of Saturn to date Infrared and visible observations show layers and storms in the ringed planet’s atmosphere 25 March 2026 weic2606 — Photo Release Observing in complementary wavelengths of light, Webb and Hubble are providing scientists with a richer, more layered understanding of the gas giant’s atmosphere. Both sense sunlight reflected from Saturn’s banded clouds and hazes, but where Hubble reveals subtle colour variations across the planet, Webb’s infrared view senses clouds and chemicals at many different depths in the atmosphere, from the deep clouds to the tenuous upper atmosphere. Together, scientists can effectively ‘slice’ through Saturn’s atmosphere at multiple altitudes, like peeling back the layers of an onion. Each telescope tells a different part of Saturn’s story, and the observations together help researchers understand how Saturn’s atmosphere works as a connected three-dimensional system. Article link: https://esawebb.org/news/weic2606/ Pic Description: Side-by-side views of Saturn from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (left) and Hubble Space Telescope (right) reveal the planet in infrared and visible light. Hubble highlights subtle cloud banding and color variations, while Webb’s infrared vision probes different atmospheric layers, bringing out storms, waves, and glowing ring structures in striking detail.

A man who made coffins was on his way to deliver one when his car broke down. Not wanting to be late, he lifted the coffin onto his head and continued the journey on foot. Along the way, some policemen stopped him and began questioning him. "Do you have a documents or a receipt?" Without thinking, the man replied,

I am not sure if the world is in panic. Only titles on youtube are crazy to catch someones attention. There are as much food as it was in the shops. ect The prices of gas increased-20% like during pandemia or Ukrainian War-so maybe in some weeks the situation will stabilze

Sunday, March 22 Let your petitions be made known to God.—Phil. 4:6. No doubt, you have prayed about finding a mate if that is your desire. Of course, Jehovah does not promise anyone a marriage partner. But he does care about your needs and feelings, and he can help you with the process of finding a mate. So continue sharing your desires and feelings with him. (Ps. 62:8) Pray for patience and wisdom. (Jas. 1:5) Even if you do not find a potential marriage mate right away, Jehovah promises to continue caring for your physical and emotional needs. (Ps. 55:22) A word of caution, though: Do not allow your search for a mate to consume you. (Phil. 1:10) True happiness depends, not on your marital status, but on your relationship with Jehovah. (Matt. 5:3) And while you are single, you may have more freedom to expand your ministry. (1 Cor. 7:32, 33) Make the best use of this time. w24.05 21 ¶4; 22 ¶6

Listen to the kiwi call to each other, as I contentedly appreciate just being at peace with the privilege of peace🙏👍

There are some messages that deserve nothing but the utmost respect.

Instead of bullying me with this smart question you could have used of some kindness and ask instead: “ Sofia: you mean US-Uk Anglo power, not just US , right?” and I would humbly has answered: oh you are right brother Shawn. My mistake. I meant exactly that. my apologies to all here”. Now excuse I’m leaving this topic.

How many gorillas does it take to change a light bulb?

I was busy panic buying and meditating . The world is in panic . In my country, national police dept prepares for possible looting.