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More then you care to know Dhanyel....more then you care to know. The entire association is feeling the effects of this old system of things, feelings we had never felt in the past. Not even in 1975. Today the air is heavy and suffocating. My husband has cancer and for the next 6 weeks we travel every day for radiation - Mondays through Friday. I keep him up beat and strong. I do not show him my feelings. But......when he goes to sleep I pour out my heart to Jehovah. Another elder has cancer but, worst then my husband. We continue with our ministry, meetings and our bible studys. My husband's bible student is a surgeon so, he makes sure that my husband is well taken care of and answers our questions about my husband's situation. I studied with his wife for years and this Dr. finally came in. He wants to go over the baptism study😲. Hmmmm.....we thlnk he wants to get baptized along with his wife. We will find out today what the gist is when we get back from the clinic. His study is this afternoon. Stay strong Dhanyel...we are all in this together. Continue to pray for one anther. Jehovah is listening. This will all be over soon.

Your beloved sister Linda from Sardinia, Italy has passed away. https://jwtalk.net/profile/1052-lindal/

Since 2003 I’ve been producing free 3D Bible animations as part of my personal Bible study. My first project was Solomon’s temple: ( https://www.bibliaprints.com/free-bible-animations). For the last two years I’ve been preparing for another personal Bible study project: The Photo Drama of the Bible The goal is to illustrate, in 4K resolution, all 31,100 verses of Scripture and to create a cinematic video for each verse. The videos will be bundled by Bible chapter. I’ve started with the book of Isaiah and am releasing the visuals in step with our weekly Bible reading. As a bonus, you can watch the videos with NWT audio streaming from a link from jw.org. The NWT audio is NOT hosted on our servers: Here is the link: https://www.bibliaprints.com/bible/isaiah/chapter-1/ Please Note: "The Photo Drama of the Bible" is hosted on bibliaprints.com, that is my Bible micro-printed on one poster business website. All content for "The Photo Drama of the Bible" videos and images are FREE to download. (Just as a preview, I've just attached a sample quick-time video and sample images of Isaiah Chapters 1 and 2. The full resolution images and full video at normal speed can be found at the same link as above: https://www.bibliaprints.com/bible/isaiah/chapter-1/) Isaiah Chapters 1 and 2 in 30 seconds.mp4

Well that phrase seems “ I can’t seem to catch a break”…. Seems to be a common sentiment today. I was talking to a close friend who just went through SKE.. They have been assigned to a small town, they have to rent out their condo at below what their mortgage payment is. The only place they can find to rent is a small basement suite with not even a stove. Work will be a challenge in a small town…. The expression conveys exhaustion, frustration, and the sense that circumstances are unfairly stacked against him. So basically he doesn’t feel that he is being blessed. So we discussed what were some of the needs that he has been looking for in awhile…not the external ones were people notice you.. but what you really need. Breaks do come….sometimes not in circumstances, but in the form of inner peace (Philippians 4:7). 7 and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus. So when someone says “I can’t seem to catch a break,” they’re expressing the fatigue of constant setbacks. But it can also be an opening for encouragement … reminding them that while external breaks may be rare, internal and spiritual breaks (peace, resilience, hope) are always available. Think of life as climbing a steep hill. Saying “I can’t catch a break” is like noticing there’s no flat spot to rest. But spiritually, prayer and friends can become those resting places…even if the hill itself doesn’t flatten right away. In my friends case moving to a small town will force him to slow down..which he needs. No dragons to slay .. no major issues… maybe even a bit boring. The small town has many mature ones who have served Jehovah through many trials .. he needs some role models. So how should we face the seemingly unfairness.. of life When facing unfairness.. 4 tools 1)Name it honestly: “This feels unfair.” 2)Anchor it spiritually: “But Jehovah sees, and He provides inner peace.” 3)Seek role models: “Others have endured similar trials…I can learn from them.” 4)Reframe the meaning: “This is not punishment, but preparation.” So, the way to face unfairness isn’t to deny it or minimize it, but to reframe it as part of the refining process. That way, even when external breaks don’t come, the internal breaks….peace, resilience, hope…become the true blessings. I think of the Apostle Paul the King of “not catching a break” … how many ship wrecks.. how many beatings .. on and on .. So, Paul’s perspective was not “I can’t catch a break,” but rather: Phil 4:12-13 12 I know how to be low on provisions and how to have an abundance. In everything and in all circumstances I have learned the secret of both how to be full and how to hunger, both how to have an abundance and how to do without. 13 For all things I have the strength through the one who gives me power.

We have category 5 typhoon coming.

Just had a thought, I don't know how they plan to do it, but in a way to parallel the baptism scene when Jesus had quick flash of his heavenly past... It would be very emotional to have, like, at the stake scene, when he is nailed, for Jesus to have visions of all the people faces he is giving his life for, especially of the future up until Armageddon and the new world. During the hammering of the nail... Or the whole process before... And having the quick flashing of images just at the last breath, with a faint smile... He died for us. My goodness I can't finish this post 😭

10 years today I got baptised 🥰

Time to revisit these talks! I'm putting the oldest one first. 2022 AM: Geoffrey W. Jackson: Be Alert, Be Decisive https://www.jw.org/en/library/videos/#en/mediaitems/VODPgmEvtAnnMtg/pub-jwb-100_2_VIDEO "What do we learn from this brief review of the events of 66 C.E.? It wasn’t just one event —was it?— but a series of events. Were you amazed at how many events occurred in 66 C.E.? And that was just a brief summary." "It’s not just one event coming up in the future. It can be a series of events all happening at the same time that could be distracting." 2023 AM: Geoffrey W. Jackson: What Do We Know About Jehovah’s Future Judgments? https://www.jw.org/en/library/videos/#en/mediaitems/VODPgmEvtAnnMtg/pub-jwb-108_19_VIDEO "How long will that time period be from start to finish? The answer is we don’t know. We do know that many events are foretold to happen during that time period. But these events may all occur in a reasonably short period of time." "We know that the closer we get to the great tribulation, the clearer our understanding is of what will occur. Yes, our understanding is clarified according to the proper time and also in a way that will help us not only to endure the great tribulation but also to prosper during that period of time." 2024 AM: Geoffrey W. Jackson: Don’t Be Surprised by Sudden Changes https://www.jw.org/en/library/videos/#en/mediaitems/VODPgmEvtAnnMtg/pub-jwb-120_10_VIDEO "So, what’s the takeaway? Don’t be complacent. Don’t think, ‘Oh, this is going to gradually change.’ No, some things won’t gradually change. They will occur suddenly as acts of God! So be ready, and don’t be surprised by sudden change!"

I don’t know if the end comes in a few months or years (the sooner the better) but all the recent clarifications show it’s really close.

Things get to us in different levels. Last Saturday, my granddaughter was visiting for the weekend (she is 15). We decided to go out in the field ministry on Saturday and she made arrangements with my other granddaughter (who is in my congregation) for us to join their family. When I drove over to the Kingdom Hall, I noticed that the windshield wiper was not clearing my windshield on the driver's side. I thought it had a seed or leaf particle stuck und the blade. When we made car groups, one older Spanish-speaking brother was left out of a car group. So my Son-In-Law said, "We have a van so he can come with us". We had to stop at their house and when we pulled into their driveway, he tried to put the window down and the mechanism broke. We also discovered that the wiper blade was damaged. So we decided to take our extra publisher back to the KH. He said he had 3 or 4 calls he wanted to make (they are Spanish). So we dropped him off, Picked up my daughters car (which holds 4) and took me back home. We tried to tape the window up but it wouldn't hold. So the 4 of them left me at home to do letter writing and they all went out together in the rain. Then I called and tried to get an appointment to have the window fixed and the earliest they can do it is next Monday (24th). Tomorrow My wife and I take the lead in cart witnessing but there is a 90% chance of rain and the high temperature is going to be 45 degrees (F) in the afternoon. It will be just above freezing in the morning during our shift. So despite our best efforts, time and unforeseen events overtake us all...🙂

Oh dear. This could grow into a long text. One of the talks I am currently working on involves the events that happened in 66 C.E. I only recently realized how strongly Matthew draws parallels between those events and Jesus’ prophecy about the “last days.” In Luke 19, Jesus openly weeps over Jerusalem. He sees the future destruction of the city, and in that moment he pronounces a prophecy against it. However, just a couple of days later, Jesus was back in Jerusalem with his disciples. He noticed the poor widow contributing her two small coins, and the disciples began marveling at the temple and its beauty. It seems clear that they did not fully grasp what Jesus had meant earlier when the crowds tried to make him king. So Jesus repeated the prophecy again; this time in the temple itself. This leads directly into the scene preserved especially vividly in Matthew 24. However, it seems that the occasion is somewhat different from Matthew’s perspective. To him, he wrote When Jesus sat on the Mount of Olives, his disciples approached him privately and asked: “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign of your presence and of the conclusion of the system of things?” But Luke says, “When will these things actually be, and what will be the sign when these things are to occur.” Here, “when will these things be?” clearly refers to the destruction of Jerusalem. The disciples seem to be trying to understand why Jesus wept over the city, and why he repeated the warning at the temple. They were curious and confused. But then they asked two more questions: the sign of his presence and the conclusion of the system of things. This is significant. Jesus’ answer blends the destruction of Jerusalem with the sign of his future presence. Why? Because the disciples asked about both, and Jesus gave an answer that addressed their time and ours. There are indeed strong parallels between the experience of early Christians and the conditions Jesus said would mark his presence. Here is what I deduced: The “sign” and the “conclusion” appear to be two distinct phases. In Matthew 24:6, Jesus said that “these things” — the signs — must occur, but the end is not yet (Luke 21:9). If we follow that, then most, if not all, major features of the sign have already appeared. So we are either near the conclusion or in the final part of the sign of Jesus’ presence. Another important detail: Jesus said that when Jerusalem was surrounded by armies, its desolation was near. That surrounding was the final sealing of the prophecy, marking the beginning of the end for the city. In our time, the proclamation of “peace and security” seems to act as a similar final marker, an event that signals the beginning of the end. My personal opinion — and I acknowledge it could be wrong — is that the proclamation of “peace and security” may overlap with the destruction of Babylon the Great. Here is why: In 66 C.E., various Jewish factions overthrew the Roman fortresses, killed High Priest Ananias, and drove the Roman governor out of the city. Then the Romans tried to capture Jerusalem not once, but twice. But the days for meting out justice started when they surrounded the nations in 66 C.E. And it triggered the beginning of the end. But the prophecy was fulfilled in 70 C.E. So I think the cry of “peace and security” may be tied to the removal of false religion. And I think the cry of peace could happen in intervals too. I believe a series of peace and security could trigger a final assault on False Religion, which will lead the mission to be finally fulfilled. Since Jesus’ presence in 1914, we have seen the peace accord with the League of Nations, and the United Nations and countless peace accords. Maybe the finale of that peace and security is the end of the mother of the disgusting things (Babylon the Great) Again, I know I may be wrong, but I found this comparison interesting and worth exploring as part of my research. Wow. I didn’t know this would be too long

https://spaceweather.com https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/news/g4-severe-watch-effect-12-november Is it wrong to pray for clear skies? A G4 doesn't happen everyday and I fully intend to "Stand still and show (myself) attentive to the wonderful works of God." --Job 37:14 (NWT prior to the 2013 revision) Or, if the clouds block the show here, I will be sitting still and "considering carefully" Jehovah's wonderful strobe light show LIVE on YouTube...somewhere.

We will be surprised, like the Nations, because it is coming as a thief. But it will not overtake us. 4 But you, brothers, you are not in darkness, so that the day should overtake you as it would thieves, We understand what is happening. The Nations don't. We know what to expect and what to do. The Nations don't. But I think we also will be amazed to see how everything takes place. There is no way out for the Nations and False Religion. I always find this phrase very encouraging in W91 9/15 Par. 13 Once the great tribulation has started, doubtless our faith in God will be greatly strengthened. After all, we will see that Jehovah is carrying out what he said he would do. We will be seeing his execution of judgment with our own eyes!

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just bought new display stand for the new "mini " tracts

By the way, I also read the Question from Readers in the February 2026 Watchtower and I got the distinct impression that they are favoring the scenario where false religion gets destroyed first and then the proclamations for Peace and Security will be declared just because they explained that scenario so well and the reasoning made perfect sense. It would also be nice if it happened that way because that means the GT won't last long at all - as soon as Peace and Security is declared then it's sudden destruction. I know some friends have speculated that the GT could last years (like in the case of the Christians that fled Jerusalem when the Romans left with their encamped armies and it would be over 3 years before the Romans returned to destroy Jerusalem). It makes more sense to me that the sudden destruction (or Armageddon) would happen after P & S is declared because that is when they will notice that not all religion has been destroyed after all - Satan will make sure they see that we are still worshipping Jehovah and that is when Jehovah will act.

Jenny, even I anticipate this everyday ... I still will be surprised that it is happening .. that GT is reality etc ... Because we are waiting for this sooooo loooong!

My only-ever-husband of over 40 years died and left me with many, many problems. My first born son was headed his way here (from a different state) to live, work, and help out, and he passed away two months ago. Before that my house was on fire, not repaired yet though insured, my bank account has been robbed and de-frauded, Life savings gone. Police and bank involved. Apparently another son was the culprit. Can't die right now b/c I used up my cemetery plot (for in case I died in this system) for my now deceased son, who is buried with his father. Not looking to catch a break but I do try to stay active in service to Jehovah. I have enough dog food for several days and some change. This is a partial list, not a contest. Sorry about that windshield wiper. Glad you had grandchildren to go in service with you.

I actually disagree. Here is why. This is what the Watchtower actually said: The Watchtower is simply proposing two possibilities without leaning more toward one than the other. It seems to me that this second possibility is a new understanding and that, in the past, the Slave was only considering one possibility. Not that it matters. We will have to wait and see. The destruction of false religion will definitely be either before or after the cry of peace and security.

The questions from readers is very interesting.

Not over 144,000 I hope...😎

My heart goes out with you. Some of my zealous friends really feel the weight of this system including me. And those are disadvantages of getting old in this system - cancer. Honestly, im tired of hearing some jw friends getting sick and sleeping in death... Those arent easy to deal with. How long oh Jehovah? May Jehovah give you strength you need.

Much love to you and your husband sis. My sister is in your place and her husband will start another round of treatments next week. Jehovah sees our struggles. He alone gives us the comfort during these last days. I'd love to know how the study turns out.

We had our new CO first visit he focused on union we must stick together forgive and love eachothers he also sent groups of 4 to preach instead of 2

I understand what you mean, Justinah. I just feel like they're a little longer than usual. My affection for this brother is beyond words. His smile has become a little sad, and we know why, but the way he looks at the graduates, the warm way he congratulates them, the way he effaces himself, too, is unique and wonderful.

The talk about giving "more teeth".

My new dp

Here is a simple, direct, no-fantasy explanation of how the UN could theoretically gain power — and why that is not happening. ⸻ 1. The only real way for the UN to gain power is: → For States to give it that power. The UN has no power of its own. It only has what countries allow. For the UN to have more authority, deep reforms would be required, such as: ✔️ Changing the Security Council • removing or limiting the veto power • creating new permanent members • giving the Secretary-General more room to act ✔️ Allowing the UN to impose obligations on countries (things like automatic sanctions, a permanent international force, authority over conflicts) ✔️ Creating a permanent UN military force (a UN Army → only possible if countries give troops and control) ✔️ Centralizing global systems (for example: migration, climate response, pandemics) But none of this is being negotiated in 2025–2026. Zero. ⸻ 2. Why is this not happening? ➤ Because major powers will never give up power. The US, China, and Russia use the veto and have no interest in losing control. ➤ Because of geopolitical rivalry. A fragmented world (US vs. China, Russia vs. the West) makes any power-increasing reform impossible. ➤ Because smaller countries are also afraid. They fear that a stronger UN would mean losing sovereignty. ➤ Because the UN Charter does not allow for a world government. The 1945 Charter was deliberately written to avoid that. ⸻ 3. What do current reforms actually do? They aim to simplify, not to gain power. ➤ Reduce bureaucracy ➤ Merge departments ➤ Cut costs ➤ Make the UN work better internally ➤ Help the organization survive its financial crisis Nothing here creates: • additional political power • global control • authority over States • a military force ⸻ 🟪 4. If the UN ever gained real power, what would cause it? Historically, that only happens when: ✔️ there is a major world war ✔️ the international order collapses ✔️ countries desperately need a neutral arbiter ✔️ global populations demand a common authority But 2025–2030 so far is not moving in that direction. The world is more divided, not more united so the UN becomes weaker, not stronger. ⸻ 🟧 Super simple summary • The UN is not gaining power. • UN80 is just an internal restructuring plan. • Major powers will never allow a stronger UN. • The global environment is too fragmented for such a shift. So … giving the power to UN will have to be an act of Jehovah, fast and unexpected

It is worth remembering some recent new understandings. _________________________________________________________________________________ 12 Even after the great tribulation starts, it is possible that some who see the destruction of “Babylon the Great” will recall that Jehovah’s Witnesses had long spoken of this event. Might some who see these events have a change of heart?—Rev. 17:5; Ezek. 33:33. 13 Such an outcome would be similar to what occurred in Egypt in Moses’ day. Recall that “a vast mixed company” joined Israel in the Exodus. Some of these individuals may have started to develop faith when they saw that Moses’ warnings about the Ten Plagues came true. (Ex. 12:38) If a similar development should occur following the destruction of Babylon the Great, would we be disappointed that people were able to join us shortly before the end comes? Of course not! We want to reflect the personality of our heavenly Father, “a God merciful and compassionate, slow to anger and abundant in loyal love and truth.” —Ex. 34:6. https://www.jw.org/en/library/magazines/watchtower-study-may-2024/What-Do-We-Know-About-Jehovahs-Future-Judgments/#:~:text=12%20Even%20after,34%3A6. _________________________________________________________________________________ 15 It is also reasonable to conclude that a person’s eternal future does not depend on where he happens to live. It is unthinkable that Jehovah would automatically label as “goats” millions of people who live in lands where they never had an opportunity to respond to the Kingdom message. (Matt. 25:46) The righteous Judge of all the earth cares even more about these individuals than we ever could. We do not know how Jehovah will maneuver events during the great tribulation. Perhaps some of these people will have an opportunity to learn about Jehovah, put faith in him, and take their stand on Jehovah’s side when he sanctifies himself before all nations.—Ezek. 38:16. After the great tribulation starts, . . . might some who see these events have a change of heart? https://www.jw.org/en/library/magazines/watchtower-study-may-2024/What-Do-We-Know-About-Jehovahs-Future-Judgments/#:~:text=15%20It%20is,change%20of%20heart%3F _________________________________________________________________________________ Previously, we understood that we would stop preaching the good news when the great tribulation began with the destruction of Babylon the Great. (Rev. 17:3, 5, 15, 16) This event, we believed, would mark the end of the figurative “year of Jehovah’s goodwill.” (Isa. 61:2) We also felt that those who would survive the great tribulation would prove their devotion to Jehovah before that event. We compared them to the Jews who survived the destruction of Jerusalem in 607 B.C.E. These individuals had been marked for survival earlier because they worshipped Jehovah and hated wickedness. (Ezek. 5:11; 9:4) That comparison, however, does not harmonize with Jesus’ words found at Matthew 24:14, which indicate that people may have the opportunity to respond to the good news until just before the final end at Armageddon. https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=T&docid=2025527&par=4&srcid=share _________________________________________________________________________________ Note, too, that the symbolic hailstorm will be “unusually great.” This suggests that during the great tribulation, the preaching work may become more hard-hitting, that is, Jehovah’s name will be made known as never before. (Ezek. 39:7) At that late point in time, after the destruction of Babylon the Great, will some be drawn to the message as to a sweet fragrance? This is quite possible. Perhaps they may recall or learn that for many years Jehovah’s Witnesses had announced the end of false religion. https://www.jw.org/en/library/magazines/watchtower-study-august-2025/questions-from-readers/#p6 _________________________________________________________________________________ 12 Our clear understanding of Jehovah’s mercy can help us to remain hopeful. When false religion comes to an end, our relatives may recall that we had told them about this event. (Rev. 17:16) They may even join us in pure worship after the great tribulation starts. And if our relatives are facing hard times now, we will certainly do all we can to be there for them. Perhaps they will be more receptive to Bible truths as they see that our love and kindness are genuine. https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&docid=2026281&par=21&srcid=share How long will the great tribulation last? From what we read in the Bible and in the publications of the faithful and discreet slave, it seems reasonable to believe that it will not last many years. If it is years, it seems that it will be few years. How many? Less than 10? Seven years? Three and a half years? Two years, one year? A few months? In fact, it is not easy to predict. But, the closer we get to that period, the more the light becomes clearer and it becomes easier to discern how long the phases of the great tribulation will last. Before the recent understandings, we may have imagined that with the proclamation of peace and security occurring first, the sudden destruction of Babylon the Great and Satan's entire system would happen very soon after, perhaps almost instantaneously. We thought that the preaching would stop and no one would have any more opportunity to take a stand for Jehovah. But, after the adjustments, we realize that Jehovah still wants to save many lives. And we are amazed at Jehovah's patience and mercy. To ensure ample opportunity is given and no one will question in the future that there was some flaw in the judgment process of the sheep and goats due to insufficient time for a favorable reaction to the judgment message, we cannot rule out the possibility that, after the destruction of Babylon the Great, this period may last longer than we previously imagined, perhaps even several years. Obviously not many years or decades, since the prophecy says that “sudden and instantaneous” destruction will come soon after the proclamation of Peace and Security, but it seems reasonable to believe that Jehovah will allow sufficient time for Him to be recognized as a gracious and merciful God. Currently, many study with us and even agree with our beliefs. But they are reluctant to attend our meetings for fear of displeasing family and friends and because, deep down, they have not fully understood the truth and are still attached to their form of worship. But the scenario will be completely different after the destruction of false religions. The Bible shows that people returned to worshiping Jehovah when a good king destroyed the altars and idols of false worship. Can you imagine when sincere people of traditional religions realize that there is only one active religion on Earth proclaiming a biblical message of judgment in a more intensified way than ever before? And when they realize that this organization had accurately predicted the time when the UN would receive all power and authority, that it would eliminate false religion, and that world leaders would think they were bringing a new era of peace and security to the Earth? And beyond all this, we do not know what else Jehovah may do at that crucial time to testify beyond any doubt who his people on Earth truly are. After all, he does not want anyone to be destroyed. Does it not seem reasonable to conclude that many who are now reluctant to take a stand for the truth and other sincere people may turn to true worship and decide to support Christ's brothers, thus qualifying to be part of the great crowd?

They here ! Each bundle appears to have 400 tracts. The paper feels the same as invitations we had this year, high quality, thicker paper. Not card like the contact cards.

How do we know that the organization isn't already preparing for these scenarios? They aren”t called faithful and discreet for no reason. I wouldn't be surprised at all if there were some alternate plans to keep us spiritually fed.

This is why I think the attack will be along the lines of making it illegal for religions to meet together or own property. Without brick and mortar churches and temples and religious schools, most all religions will cease. Of course, this would affect us. No more Bethel, no more print facilities, no more Kingdom Halls. However, unlike Christendom, we don't need any physical locations like that. The pandemic showed us we can meet om Zoom and continue to function as normal. We can still have our app, still be fed by the Slave, still hold meetings and still preach (even if that preaching is completely informal or under ban.) After the destruction of false religion and the pause that follows, the nations will see we are still preaching and teaching and worshipping. This will enrage the nations to turn on us specifically.

I like this true statement from Feb Watchtower: If we knew all the details, we would not need to stay alert and watchful.

I just finished reading the Watchtower magazine, February 2026. ❤️

I love this thought !!! I’m trying every day (just like everyone here) to not let this system get me down! Please Jehovah help us all survive all the people that love you and are suffering right now. I’m begging you. Please keep us together and strong. 1 John 4:11 Beloved ones, if this is how God loved us, then we are also under obligation to love one another. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Surely not! The mainstream media purposely deceiving us to create divisions in society that only further serve the agendas of the powers that be...see my face...

sora-s_690f445c07188191b7ef2a1b83a859ac.mp4 @Thomas Walker the movie when?

I asked my wife, "What's for dinner?" She said, "Nothing" I said, "I had that last night" She said, "I know I made enough for 2 nights."

JWB-Dec-2025-158th Gilead Graduation transcript

Perhaps this is the reason our publications come out way in advance. It didn't used to be so far ahead. We have food for meetings 6 months ahead.

For France: it's no longer on the agenda, it's been sorted out (at least for now), we learned on Wednesday from Brother Splane. Great news, let's take it as it comes, thank you Jehovah.

Sometimes...I forget about the basics. Sometimes...I catch myself "spiritualizing" my mental exhaustion and fatigue...rationalizing: "If I would just pray a little more...", or, "If only I were more like Brother so and so...or Sister spiritual...THEN I would be okay...THEN I'd be better!! And sometimes...sometimes I forget that the most spiritual thing I could do, the most "spiritual" that I could possibly be in that moment...is just to accept that I'm human... accept that I'm weak... accept that I need to stop, eat something...and rest. Remember the time Jehovah provided a meal for a suicidal prophet? 1 Kings 19:4: "He went a day’s journey into the wilderness and came and sat down under a broom tree, and he asked that he might die. He said: “It is enough! Now, O Jehovah, take my life away, for I am no better than my forefathers.” A prophet of Jehovah...coming off the highest "spiritual high" he'd likely ever experienced in his life...and here we find him under a broom tree less than 48 hours later...begging Jehovah to let him die. Why? Because he had become so focused on his spiritual crisis...that he forgot about the basics. Jehovah's spirit had helped him outrun a chariot...but it was his own adrenaline that made him run from Jezebel's death threats. The account doesn't say that he ate after he ran...the account doesn't say that he drank...simply that he experienced a spiritual crisis, panicked and then ran away...into the wilderness...away from Jezebel. He ran so far, so fast...that when he finally collapsed...he forgot he was human. He attributed his failure to a SPIRITUAL failure...but actually, he had simply neglected the basics. But Jehovah didn't forget. Jehovah knew what he needed...and it wasn't a lecture...it wasn't questions about his lack of faith...or even reminders of what he had done in the past. Jehovah knew this dear faithful man needed the basics right then more than ever in his entire life...and he provided them: Rest, a gentle physical touch, food and water...and then MORE rest, followed by ANOTHER physical touch...and ANOTHER meal that then sustained him for 40 days and 40 nights!! And not just any "food"...not cold manna...not something supernatural that Elijah might not have even known what it was...but bread...a warm loaf of bread on a hot stone that no doubt smelt fragrant and wonderful...no doubt tasted crusty outside...soft inside...smelled smoky from the fire...and warmed his cold hands. But did Elijah notice any of those details? Did he even say thank you, to the angel OR to Jehovah? We don't know...we just know he ate, drank...and went back to sleep. Matthew 6:33: "Keep on, then, seeking first the Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these other things will be added to you." Was Elijah following this principle? Yes...and that is precisely what put him in this situation in the first place. His faithfulness ANGERED Satan and his servant, Jezebel...to the point where she sought to have him killed. His suicidal breakdown came FROM putting the Kingdom first...not from avoiding it. But Elijah forgot to take care of the basics...his fear, his spiritual exhaustion CAUSED him to view death as better than life...until Jehovah stepped in...until Jehovah reminded him where his power was coming from! 1 Kings 19:7 "Later the angel of Jehovah came back a second time and touched him and said: “Get up and eat, for the journey will be too much for you." Notice the word "will"...not "could be"...not "might"...no friends, "for the journey WILL be too much for you." My dear brothers and sisters...all of you...please understand this: When you feel too drained to study, too exhausted to pray...or just too empty to feel grateful...please remember that Jehovah answered a suicidal prophet's prayer...with physical touches from a true friend, a couple of meals...and rest. And Jehovah didn't wait until Elijah pulled himself together...he didn't wait until his prophet "got his head back on straight"...he remembered what Elijah forgot...what I forget...what we ALL forget sometimes: We're human...we're imperfect...and we WILL wear out...unless we take care of the basics.

Right now you having a break of posting this and that is fine. One way or another, we face a difficult times. If you not working today, just go out in the ministry. It might soothe you. Even just one hour out can mean a lot of deference. Jehovah understands what you are going through and we all love you too. Do not forget that Jehovah provide us with may gifts and that is his son, bible, ministry, bible base publications, and organization. The world does not have these because they choose to ignore it. Later on today the new Watchtower (February 2026) should be in line with new info on P&S from Questions from Readers. Take time to look at this with your bible too. At times a spiritual break is what we need and Jehovah knows you need it my brother. Get your good night sleep and have a blessed day too.

Watchtower February 2026 will update this understanding stated on Nov 11th day text.

I guess Ukraine was a bad example. I just noticed over the years I’ve been in the truth that some of the friends don’t seem to have much sympathy when some ethnic groups are victims of atrocities, police brutality, injustice as opposed to when others are. I remember when Katrina happened some of the friends were criticizing some of the people of New Orleans who were affected by the storm because they didn’t leave, as if that was an option. I’ve heard so many similar comments and have seen other ethnic groups get more sympathy for similar sufferings, including online and it always bothered me. I’m sorry I caused a stir. My intent of this thread was to highlight the suffering taking place in Nigeria and comment on their remarkable faith despite not being a part of our brotherhood, since this is the section for secular news.

This is it! For me, the ministry is not only to preach . It is also an efficient way to bond with bros and sis.

1 Timothy 2:5 "For there is one God,e and one mediatorf between God and men,g a man, Christ Jesus," So in order to not give Mary praise that is only due the Christ they assign her the role that is...only given to the Christ. I hope everyone who has ever grumbled about an update in understanding realizes just how good we have it. Could you imagine the GB coming out with an update that directly and blatantly contradicts scripture?? The darkness grows for them every day.

I'm grateful for Jehovah's patience with me.

All How did I know that the update will be today before others? About 2 nights ago I OD on chocolate and passed out. I usually float to other galaxes, but this time I float into the future and that is how I know the GB #7 update will be on this date. Enjoy.

0. Jehovah gives one thought to the kingdoms to transfer power to the UN.