Saturday, December 17 Each respective member . . . contributes to the growth of the body.​—Eph. 4:16.

[Áine]

Saturday, December 17

Each respective member . . . contributes to the growth of the body.—Eph. 4:16.

 

A Bible student is more likely to make steady progress toward baptism when he receives help from others in the congregation. Each publisher can contribute to the increase of the congregation. A pioneer notes: “It has been said that it takes a village to raise a child. I think the same is true about making disciples; it usually takes a congregation to bring someone into the truth.” Family members, friends, and teachers all play a role in helping a child to progress to maturity. They do this by encouraging the child and teaching him important lessons. Similarly, publishers can advise, encourage, and set a good example for Bible students, helping them to progress to baptism. (Prov. 15:22) Why should the publisher who conducts the Bible study welcome the help that other publishers can give the student? Because many can contribute to the student’s spiritual progress. w21.03 8 ¶1-3

[Wayne]

              
   " Cooperation And Love " 
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No matter what our circumstances, each one of us can be a source of encouragement to others. As individuals we can share in supplying “what is needed” in accord with Ephesians 4:16.
                 
Saturday, December 17
Each respective member . . . contributes to the growth of the body.—Eph. 4:16.