Examining the Scriptures Daily - 2016

[Alexa]

Im sorry about that sis vernalee

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[dilip kumar]

The points to keep in this text is
We cannot say we will never be angry.
The verse says that
We must Slow down during anger.
Next it talks about moral strength. What is moral strength? Not physical strength. Not spiritual strength.
But moral strength is what we actually are now.( After the new personality).
So we must have respect for each other. Not namesake respect but heartfelt respect which comes after observing eachothers dedication.


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[Tortuga]

21 hours ago, GrumpysWife said:

Do not expose your mate’s weaknesses or harp on his idiosyncrasies—not even jokingly.

I use to say that my wife was related to the brother know as Armageddon, everyone knew he was coming they just didn't know when.

I guess I shouldn't do that anymore...

[GrumpysWife]

Saturday, October 15

We are members belonging to one another.—Eph. 4:25.

Are you a young person? If so, be assured that you, as a part of Jehovah’s worldwide congregation, are really appreciated. In many countries, a large number of those getting baptized are young people. How encouraging it is to see so many youths joining the ranks of those who have decided to serve Jehovah! As a youth, do you enjoy being with other young people? Likely you do. A certain happiness comes from enjoying pleasant times with those of our own age. However, whether we are young or old and regardless of our background, God wants us to be united in worshipping him. The apostle Paul wrote that God’s will is that “all sorts of people should be saved and come to an accurate knowledge of truth.” (1 Tim. 2:3, 4) At Revelation 7:9, we find the description of God’s worshippers who come out of “all nations and tribes and peoples and tongues.” w14 12/15 3:1, 2

[Victoria]

What do you think about the picture at the beginning of the article? What is happening on it?

[GrumpysWife]

The family that enjoys studying together and prays together builds a strong bond of love for one another and for Jehovah and his dear son. 

[Victoria]

  Family worship? Our elder thinks several families are preparing for watchtower study. But some things are unusual. They are well dressed, looks like it is a congregation meeting. They don't have magazins, they have printed articles on sheets of paper. When we studied this article we did not understand it, but Now we don't have magazins either. 

[GrumpysWife]

Sunday, October 16

I, Jehovah, am . . . guiding you in the way you should walk.—Isa. 48:17.

The Bible Students of the late 19th and early 20th centuries faced many obstacles. Like the first-century Christians, they proclaimed a largely unpopular message. They were few in number, and the world in general did not consider them highly educated. Moreover, they would in time face the “great anger” of Satan the Devil. (Rev. 12:12) And their preaching work would take place during “the last days,” an era characterized by “critical times hard to deal with.” (2 Tim. 3:1) Jehovah helped the Bible Students to understand fundamental Scriptural truths that had long been obscured by Christendom’s doctrines. He is now using his people to make the true knowledge known throughout the earth. Today, we see the fulfillment of the prophecy found at Daniel 12:4. Nearly 8,000,000 people have embraced Bible truth and are now declaring it worldwide. w15 2/15 4:1, 3

[Victoria]

 To my mind it is a meeting under ban, they are still meet together though it is dangerous.

[GrumpysWife]

Monday, October 17

To the extent that you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.—Matt. 25:40.

Jesus has been speaking to Peter, Andrew, James, and John, his close companions. They have just heard him relate illustrations about the faithful and discreet slave, the ten virgins, and the talents. Jesus concludes his discussion with one more parable. He describes a time when “the Son of man” will judge “all the nations.” How this illustration must have fascinated his disciples! In it, Jesus focuses on two groups, one classed as sheep and the other as goats. And he highlights an important third group that he identifies as “brothers” of “the King.” (Matt. 25:31-46) Jehovah’s people have long been intrigued by this illustration and rightly so, for in it Jesus speaks about the fate of people. He reveals why some will receive everlasting life while others will be cut off in death forever. w15 3/15 4:1, 2

[GrumpysWife]

Tuesday, October 18

Jehovah is my helper; I will not be afraid.—Heb. 13:6.

“People often comment about how happy Jehovah’s Witnesses are,” says a longtime elder in a developing country. “They also notice that even poor Witnesses are always nicely dressed and appear to be better off than others.” This harmonizes with the promise Jesus made to those who put the Kingdom first. (Matt. 6:28-30, 33) Yes, your heavenly Father, Jehovah, loves you and wants only the best for you and your children. “The eyes of Jehovah are roving about through all the earth to show his strength in behalf of those whose heart is complete toward him.” (2 Chron. 16:9) He has given us his commandments—including those relating to family life and material needs—for our benefit. When we follow them, we show that we love him and trust in him. “This is what the love of God means, that we observe his commandments; and yet his commandments are not burdensome.”—1 John 5:3. w14 4/15 4:19, 20

[dilip kumar]

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[GrumpysWife]

Wednesday, October 19

Jesus began preaching and saying: “Repent, for the Kingdom of the heavens has drawn near.”—Matt. 4:17.

Jesus taught his disciples to do the same work. He told them: “You will be witnesses of me in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the most distant part of the earth.” (Acts 1:8) The early followers of Christ definitely understood what was required of them. At Antioch in Pisidia, for example, Paul and Barnabas boldly told their Jewish opposers: “It was necessary for the word of God to be spoken first to you. Since you are rejecting it and do not judge yourselves worthy of everlasting life, look! we turn to the nations. For Jehovah has commanded us in these words: ‘I have appointed you as a light of nations, for you to be a salvation to the ends of the earth.’” (Acts 13:14,45-47) Since the first century, the earthly part of God’s organization has been making known his provision for salvation. w14 5/15 3:13

[GrumpysWife]

Thursday, October 20

Assist those who are weak.—Acts 20:35.

You may know from personal experience that it can take time to recover from a debilitating physical illness. Similarly, a Christian who has been weakened by personal difficulties or very trying circumstances may need time to regain spiritual strength. True, our fellow believer will need to strengthen his own faith through personal study, prayer, and other Christian activities. But will we show patience until he regains his balance? And during that recovery, will we show enduring love? Will we strive to help those who are temporarily weak to feel valued and to sense our Christian affection? (2 Cor. 8:8) Never forget that as we provide support to our brothers, we experience the joy that only giving can bring. We also cultivate our capacity for showing empathy and patience. But there is more. The congregation as a whole grows in warmth and love. Above all, we imitate Jehovah, who considers every individual to be precious. w14 6/15 3:18, 19

[GrumpysWife]

Friday, October 21

For this I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth.—John 18:37.

When on trial for his life, Jesus Christ said those words to the Roman governor of Judea. Jesus had just identified himself as a king. Years later, the apostle Paul referred to this courageous example of Jesus, “who as a witness made the fine public declaration before Pontius Pilate.” (1 Tim. 6:13) Indeed, it sometimes requires great courage to be a “faithful and true witness” in Satan’s hate-filled world! (Rev. 3:14) As a member of the Jewish nation, Jesus was a witness of Jehovah by birth. (Isa. 43:10) Indeed, he turned out to be the greatest witness God has ever raised up in behalf of His name. Jesus zealously witnessed about God’s Kingdom. The Gospel writer Mark reported: “Jesus went into Galilee, preaching the good news of God and saying: ‘The appointed time has been fulfilled, and the Kingdom of God has drawn near. Repent, and have faith in the good news.’”—Mark 1:14, 15. w14 7/15 4:1, 2

[GrumpysWife]

Saturday, October 22

This is the way. Walk in it.—Isa. 30:21.

Throughout Bible history, individuals received guidance from Jehovah by various means. To some, God spoke through angels or by means of visions or dreams, thus revealing to them what would happen in the future. Jehovah also gave them specific work assignments. (Num. 7:89; Ezek. 1:1; Dan. 2:19) Others received direction through Jehovah’s human representatives. No matter how Jehovah’s people received his word, those who followed his instructions were blessed. Today, Jehovah guides his people by means of the Bible, his holy spirit, and the congregation. (Acts 9:31; 15:28; 2 Tim. 3:16, 17) The guidance that we receive from him is clear. Also, Jesus conveys Jehovah’s voice to us as he directs the congregation through “the faithful and discreet slave.” (Matt. 24:45) We need to take this guidance and direction seriously, for our everlasting life depends on our obedience.—Heb. 5:9.w14 8/15 4:1, 2

[GrumpysWife]

Sunday, October 23

In the day you eat from it you will certainly die.—Gen. 2:17.

Adam may well have understood this “day” to be a 24-hour day. After violating God’s command, he could have expected Jehovah to act before the sun set. “About the breezy part of the day,” Jehovah approached the couple. (Gen. 3:8) He held court, as it were, establishing the facts from the responses that Adam and Eve gave. (Gen. 3:9-13) Then he pronounced sentence on the wrongdoers. (Gen. 3:14-19) Were he to execute them then and there, his purpose regarding Adam and Eve and their offspring would come to nothing. (Isa. 55:11) Although he confirmed the death penalty and the effects of sin began immediately, he allowed Adam and Eve to produce children who could benefit from other provisions that He would make. Thus, from God’s standpoint, Adam and Eve died on the day they sinned, and they actually died within one “day” of 1,000 years.—2 Pet. 3:8. w14 9/15 4:3, 7

[GrumpysWife]

Monday, October 24

Keep your minds fixed on the things above, not on the things on the earth.—Col. 3:2.

The first-century Christian congregation in Colossae was under attack! Some within the congregation were creating divisions by promoting adherence to the Mosaic Law. Others were advocating the pagan philosophy of asceticism, which involved extreme self-denial. In counteracting these false teachings, the apostle Paul wrote an encouraging letter, cautioning the Colossians: “Look out that no one takes you captive by means of the philosophy and empty deception according to human tradition, according to the elementary things of the world and not according to Christ.” (Col. 2:8) If those anointed Christians focused their minds on “the elementary things of the world,” they would be turning their backs on Jehovah’s provision for salvation. (Col. 2:20-23) Christ’s brothers were to keep in mind their hope of receiving the incorruptible inheritance that was ‘reserved for them in the heavens.’—Col. 1:4, 5. w14 10/15 4:1, 2

[M.Isabel]

On 14/10/2016 at 6:16 PM, dilip kumar said:

The points to keep in this text is
We cannot say we will never be angry.
The verse says that
We must Slow down during anger.
Next it talks about moral strength. What is moral strength? Not physical strength. Not spiritual strength.
But moral strength is what we actually are now.( After the new personality).
So we must have respect for each other. Not namesake respect but heartfelt respect which comes after observing eachothers dedication.


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Brother Kumar, well said about moral strength. I need to write that in my note book.

[GrumpysWife]

Tuesday, October 25

You have become dull in your hearing.—Heb. 5:11.

Why was Paul so forceful, so direct? He was reflecting Jehovah’s love and concern for those Christians who were trying to survive on spiritual milk. (Heb. 5:12) Knowing the fundamental doctrines of Christianity is vital. However, “solid food” is needed to promote spiritual growth toward Christian maturity. Instead of progressing to the point of teaching others, the Hebrews needed to have someone teach them. Why? Because they avoided “solid food.” Ask yourself: ‘Do I have the right attitude toward solid spiritual food? Am I taking it in? Or do I shy away from praying and engaging in deep Bible study? If so, might my study habits be part of the problem?’ Not only are we to preach to people but we are to teach them and make disciples. (Matt. 28:19, 20) Whether we have been dedicated servants of God for years or for a comparatively short time, we should continually take in solid spiritual food. w14 11/15 3:15-17

[GrumpysWife]

Wednesday, October 26

We are members belonging to one another.—Rom. 12:5.

We can see proof of this principle when disasters strike. In December 2011, a tropical storm caused severe flooding on the Philippine island of Mindanao. Overnight, more than 40,000 homes were inundated, including dozens of our brothers’ homes. However, the branch office reports that “even before the relief committees were in operation, Christian brothers from other areas were sending help.” Similarly, when a massive earthquake and resulting tsunami struck eastern Japan, many brothers and sisters suffered great losses. Some were left with virtually nothing. A member of the relief committee comments: “Brothers from all over Japan were acting as one, trying to help one another. Brothers even came all the way from the United States to help. When asked why, they said, ‘We are united with our brothers in Japan, and they need help.’” Are you not proud to be part of an organization that cares so much for its members? w14 12/15 3:19, 20

[Ishaya]

the apostle paul wanted those christians to understand the seriousness of the matter and to see the need to quickly make adjustment.at times such a strong and direct counsel can be just what we need to quickly make changes to gain Jehovah's approval.
how an individual respond to a counsel tells alot about his state of mind.a wise person will see it as an expresion of concern for him or her.(prov 17:10). but an unwise person will be quick to take offence and thereby fail to make the needed changes for his or her own good. (eccl. 7:9).

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[GrumpysWife]

Thursday, October 27

Out of the heart come wicked reasonings, murders, adulteries, sexual immorality.—Matt. 15:19.

Once illicit desires take root in their treacherous hearts, two people who are attracted to each other may find themselves discussing matters that they should be sharing only with their spouse. Soon, they create more and more opportunities to be together, and seemingly innocent and ostensibly accidental encounters become more frequent. As their feelings become more intense, their moral defenses weaken. The further they go down a sinful path, the more difficult it is to stop, even though they know that what they are doing is wrong. (Prov. 7:21, 22) Ultimately, they are “drawn out and enticed [“caught as by bait,” ftn.] by [their] own desire.” When the desire has become fertile, it “gives birth to sin”—in this case, sexual immorality. (Jas. 1:14, 15) How tragic! w151/15 4:5-7

[GrumpysWife]

Friday, October 28

Make disciples.—Matt. 28:19.

In 1900, only 8,000 automobiles were registered in the entire United States, and there were just a few hundred miles of roads good enough to drive them on. Worldwide, there are now more than one and a half billion registered motorized vehicles and millions of miles of good roads. Cars and roads enable many of us to take the good news to people who live in remote areas. However, even if we lack convenient means of travel and must walk great distances, we put forth the effort needed to make disciples. (Matt. 28:20) Trucks, ships, and trains make it possible to transport Bible-based literature to very remote regions within weeks. Airplanes allow many to travel swiftly to conventions or to care for theocratic assignments. Additionally, members of the Governing Body and other brothers from world headquarters fly to many countries to encourage and instruct fellow believers. Advancements in transportation thus help to promote unity among Jehovah’s people.—Ps. 133:1-3. w15 2/15 4:8, 9

[dilip kumar]

Technology shown in a positive tone today

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