Cover picture: Zelophehad’s daughters request their father’s inheritance

• Song 106 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Imitate Jehovah’s Impartiality”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • Nu 28:7, 14​—What were drink offerings? (it-2 528 ¶5)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) Nu 28:11-31 (th study 5)

• Initial Call Video: (5 min.) Discussion. Play the video Initial Call: God’s Purpose​—Ge 1:28. Stop the video at each pause, and ask the audience the questions that appear in the video.

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation. (th study 4)

• Talk: (5 min.) w07 4/1 17-18​—Theme: What Makes Offerings and Sacrifices Acceptable to Jehovah? (th study 16)

• Song 82

• Become Jehovah’s Friend​—Love Your Neighbor: (6 min.) Discussion. Play the video. Then, if possible, ask selected young children: Why did kids at school treat Priya differently? How did Sophia show love to Priya? How can you show love to people who are different from you?

• What’s a Real Friend?: (9 min.) Discussion. Play the whiteboard animation. Then ask the audience: What should you look for in a friend? Where can you find a good friend? How can you develop a good friendship?

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 8 ¶8-15, box 8A

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 16 and Prayer

Zelophehad’s five daughters sought to preserve the inheritance of their father (Nu 27:1-4; w13 6/15 10 ¶14; see cover picture)

Jehovah made an impartial decision (Nu 27:5-7; w13 6/15 11 ¶15)

We too must act impartially (Nu 27:8-11; w13 6/15 11 ¶16)

We imitate Jehovah’s impartiality by treating fellow believers with dignity and loyal love and by preaching to people of all backgrounds.

• Song 51 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Pay Your Vows”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • Nu 30:10-12​—How do we know that Elkanah approved of Hannah’s vow to offer Samuel to Jehovah’s service? (1Sa 1:11; it-2 28 ¶1)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) Nu 30:1-16 (th study 5)

• Return Visit Video: (5 min.) Discussion. Play the video Return Visit: God’s Purpose​—Isa 55:11. Stop the video at each pause, and ask the audience the questions that appear in the video.

• Return Visit: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation. (th study 6)

• Return Visit: (5 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Offer a study publication, and start a Bible study. (th study 19)

• Song 5

• Learn Endurance From Creation: (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video. Then ask the following questions for each of the plants and animals featured in the video. What does this creation teach us about endurance? How can we show similar endurance in our life as Christians?

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 8 ¶16-22

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 4 and Prayer

Israelite vows were voluntary but binding (Nu 30:2; it-2 1162)

Vows may include abstaining from things not prohibited (Nu 30:3, 4; it-2 1162)

Jehovah now deals with his worshippers individually (Nu 30:6-9; w04 8/1 27 ¶3)

The two most important vows a Christian can make today are the dedication vow and the marriage vow.

ASK YOURSELF, ‘Am I living up to the vows that I have made?’

• Song 142 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Drive Away All the Inhabitants of the Land”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • Nu 33:54​—How was land distributed to the tribes of Israel? (it-1 359 ¶2)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) Nu 32:28-42 (th study 5)

• “Increase Your Joy in the Ministry​—Illustrate Key Points”: (10 min.) Discussion. Play the video Experience the Joy of Disciple-Making​—Improve Your Skills—​Illustrating Key Points.

• Talk: (5 min.) w09 10/1 30, box​—Theme: Why Did Jehovah Bless Wars in Ancient Israel? (th study 13)

• Song 58

• Local Needs: (15 min.)

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 8 ¶23-27, box 8B

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 107 and Prayer

Jehovah commanded his people to eliminate from the Promised Land anything that could stumble them (Nu 33:52; w10 8/1 23)

Jehovah would bless their determined efforts to take complete control of the land (Nu 33:53)

Problems would result if the Israelites did not completely conquer their enemies (Nu 33:55, 56; w08 2/15 27 ¶5-6; it-1 404 ¶2)

To please Jehovah, we must eliminate from our life all morally and spiritually defiling practices. (Jas 1:21) Jehovah gives us the strength to combat sinful tendencies and resist the contaminating influences of this world.

When making return visits or conducting Bible studies, we need to help our listeners understand main points. By illustrating these points, we can stir their heart and make the teachings easier to remember.

As you prepare for a return visit or a Bible study, pick key points, not minor details, that you want to illustrate. Then choose simple illustrations based on daily life. (Mt 5:14-16; Mr 2:21; Lu 14:7-11) Be sure to consider the background and activities of your listener. (Lu 5:2-11; Joh 4:7-15) When you see his eyes light up because he understands a point, you will experience joy.

WATCH THE VIDEO DRAMATIZATION EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF DISCIPLE-MAKING​—IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS—​ILLUSTRATING KEY POINTS, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

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  Why may students need help to understand Bible verses?

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  How did Neeta illustrate the truth found at Romans 5:12?

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  What effect can good illustrations have on our listeners?

• In our ministry, why should we use videos and other teaching tools provided by Jehovah’s organization?

• Song 33 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Take Refuge in Jehovah”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • Nu 35:31​—Why will Adam and Eve not benefit from the ransom sacrifice of Jesus? (w91 2/15 13 ¶13)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) Nu 34:1-15 (th study 10)

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation. Overcome a common objection. (th study 12)

• Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Introduce (but do not play) the video Why Study the Bible? (th study 9)

• Bible Study: (5 min.) fg lesson 2 ¶9-10 (th study 19)

• Song 88

• Become Jehovah’s Friend​—Discipline Is Love: (6 min.) Discussion. Play the video. Then, if possible, ask selected young children: Why do you sometimes need discipline? How does discipline help you? Why does Jehovah give discipline?

• “Discipline​—An Expression of Jehovah’s Love”: (9 min.) Discussion. Play the video “Those Whom Jehovah Loves He Disciplines.”

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 9 ¶1-9, intro video

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 93 and Prayer

Six cities of refuge were provided in Israel for unintentional manslayers (Nu 35:15; w17.11 9 ¶4)

The elders in Israel judged each case (Nu 35:24; w17.11 9 ¶6)

The cities of refuge provided safety and security (Nu 35:25; w17.11 11 ¶13)

Just as the unintentional manslayer had to make sacrifices in order to enjoy the protection of the cities of refuge, we make sacrifices in order to benefit from God’s mercy and forgiveness.

Discipline relates mainly to instruction and education, but it also includes correction and chastisement. Jehovah disciplines us so that we may worship him acceptably. (Ro 12:1; Heb 12:10, 11) At times, discipline may be painful, but it leads to righteousness and blessings. (Pr 10:7) What should those who give discipline and those who receive it keep in mind?

The giver. Elders, parents, and others try hard to give discipline with kindness and love as Jehovah does. (Jer 46:28) Even strong discipline should be given according to the need and motivated by love.​—Tit 1:13.

The receiver. Whatever form discipline takes, we should not reject it but try to apply it immediately. (Pr 3:11, 12) As imperfect humans, we all need discipline, which comes in various forms. We may be disciplined by what we read in the Bible or hear at congregation meetings. Or at times some need discipline from a judicial committee. Heeding discipline ultimately leads to life.​—Pr 10:17.

WATCH THE VIDEO “THOSE WHOM JEHOVAH LOVES HE DISCIPLINES,” AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

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  How did Canon’s life start out, and how did it change?

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  What loving discipline did he receive from Jehovah?

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  What lessons does his experience teach us?

• Song 125 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “The Judgment Belongs to God”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • De 1:19; 2:7​—How did Jehovah care for his people during their 40-year trek through a “great and fearsome wilderness”? (w13 9/15 9 ¶9)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) De 1:1-18 (th study 10)

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation. Overcome a common objection. (th study 16)

• Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Give the householder a meeting invitation, and introduce (but do not play) the video What Happens at a Kingdom Hall? (th study 11)

• Talk: (5 min.) w13 8/15 11 ¶7​—Theme: Avoid Uttering or Listening to Negative Speech. (th study 13)

• Song 30

• “Remain Prepared During the Last of ‘the Last Days’”: (15 min.) Discussion by an elder. Play the video Are You Prepared for a Natural Disaster? Include reminders from the branch office and the body of elders, if provided.

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 9 ¶10-17

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 64 and Prayer

[Play the video Introduction to Deuteronomy.]

Elders must “judge with righteousness” (De 1:16; w96 3/15 23 ¶1)

Elders “must not be partial in judgment” (De 1:17; w02 8/1 9 ¶4)

How can we all show that we appreciate the elder arrangement?​—Heb 13:17; Jas 5:13-15

As we endure the last of “the last days,” we expect troubles of increasing intensity. (2Ti 3:1; “pangs of distress” study note on Mt 24:8, nwtsty) When facing a disaster, Jehovah’s people often receive timely and lifesaving direction. Our survival then may depend on our obedient preparation now, both spiritually and physically.​—Lu 16:10.

• Prepare spiritually: Develop a good routine. Learn different forms of the ministry. Do not panic if you are temporarily separated from others in the congregation. (Isa 30:15) You are never isolated from Jehovah and Jesus.​—od 176 ¶15-17

• Prepare physically: In addition to go bags, each household should have a reasonable reserve of food, water, medicine, and similar items in case it is necessary to shelter in place for an extended period of time.​—Pr 22:3; g17.5 4, 6

WATCH THE VIDEO ARE YOU PREPARED FOR A NATURAL DISASTER? AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

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  How can we prepare spiritually for a disaster?

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  Why should we . . .

  • maintain good communication with the elders?

  • prepare an emergency kit?

  • review the types of disasters that might occur and what to do in each situation?

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  What are three ways we can help others when they experience a disaster?

ASK YOURSELF, ‘What lessons regarding being prepared can I learn from the COVID-19 pandemic?’

• Song 98 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Jehovah’s Laws Are Wise and Just”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • De 4:23​—What was the point of this prohibition? (w04 9/15 25 ¶3)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) De 3:1-13 (th study 10)

• “Increase Your Joy in the Ministry​—Teach With Enthusiasm”: (10 min.) Discussion. Play the video Experience the Joy of Disciple-Making​—Improve Your Skills—​Teaching With Enthusiasm.

• Bible Study: (5 min.) fg lesson 5 ¶1-2 (th study 11)

• Song 68

• Local Needs: (15 min.)

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 9 ¶18-26, boxes 9A and 9B

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 110 and Prayer

We show wisdom and understanding when we obey God’s laws (De 4:6; it-2 1140 ¶5)

Many who observe our actions recognize the wisdom of God’s laws (De 4:6; w99 11/1 20 ¶6-7)

Jehovah’s people enjoy a way of life far superior to that of the nations (De 4:7, 8; w07 8/1 29 ¶13)

Many people are drawn to Jehovah’s organization when they see the fine conduct of those who live by God’s laws and principles.

What blessings have you enjoyed because of following Jehovah’s wise direction?

Enthusiasm is contagious. It can capture the attention of our listeners. It also shows that we value our message. Regardless of our cultural background or personality, we can cultivate enthusiasm. (Ro 12:11) How?

First, think about the importance of your message. You have the privilege to “declare good news of good things!” (Ro 10:15) Second, meditate on the positive effect that the good news can have on your listeners. They really need to hear what you have to say. (Ro 10:13, 14) Finally, speak with zeal, using natural gestures and sincere facial expressions.

WATCH THE VIDEO DRAMATIZATION EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF DISCIPLE-MAKING​—IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS—​TEACHING WITH ENTHUSIASM, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

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  What dampened Neeta’s enthusiasm for her Bible study with Jade?

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  What helped Neeta to rekindle her enthusiasm?

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  Why should we focus on the positive qualities of our listeners?

• What effect may our enthusiasm have on our Bible students and others?

• Song 134 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Train Your Children to Love Jehovah”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • De 5:21​—What does the law against covetousness teach us? (w19.02 22 ¶11)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) De 5:1-21 (th study 5)

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Offer a Bible study and introduce (but do not play) the video What Happens at a Bible Study? (th study 9)

• Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Adapt to the needs of the householder, and share an appropriate scripture. (th study 12)

• Bible Study: (5 min.) fg lesson 9 ¶6-7 (th study 8)

• Song 105

• “Show Love in the Family”: (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video Display Unfailing Love in Your Family.

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 9 ¶27-32, boxes 9C and 9D

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 111 and Prayer

Parents must cultivate their own love for Jehovah (De 6:5; w05 6/15 20 ¶11)

They must set a good example for their children (De 6:6; w07 5/15 15-16)

They must teach their children often about Jehovah (De 6:7; w05 6/15 21 ¶14)

In addition to family worship, what are some occasions when you might help your children to develop love for Jehovah and his principles?

Love is the glue that binds a family together. Without love, a family will struggle to maintain unity and a spirit of cooperation. How can husbands, wives, and parents show love in the family?

A loving husband will consider his wife’s needs, point of view, and feelings. (Eph 5:28, 29) He will provide physically and spiritually for his family, including having a regular Family Worship evening. (1Ti 5:8) A loving wife will be in subjection to her husband and show him “deep respect.” (Eph 5:22, 33; 1Pe 3:1-6) Both mates must be willing to forgive each other freely. (Eph 4:32) Loving parents show personal interest in each of their children and teach them to love Jehovah. (De 6:6, 7; Eph 6:4) What challenges do their children face in school? How are they coping with peer pressure? When love abounds within the family, all of its members will feel safe and secure.

WATCH THE VIDEO DISPLAY UNFAILING LOVE IN YOUR FAMILY, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

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  How does a loving husband feed and cherish his wife?

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  How does a loving wife show deep respect for her husband?

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  How do loving parents inculcate God’s Word in their children?

• Song 136 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “You Must Not Form Any Marriage Alliances With Them”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • De 8:3​—What can we learn from Jehovah’s provision of the manna? (w04 2/1 13 ¶4)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) De 7:1-16 (th study 5)

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Invite the person to our meetings. (th study 15)

• Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Offer a publication from our Teaching Toolbox. (th study 9)

• Talk: (5 min.) w06 1/1 28 ¶14-15​—Theme: Do Not Forget Jehovah. (th study 7)

• Song 35

• Organizational Accomplishments: (5 min.) Play the Organizational Accomplishments video for June.

• Local Needs: (10 min.)

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 9 ¶33-39, box 9E

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 145 and Prayer

Jehovah required the Israelites to marry only fellow believers (De 7:3; w12 7/1 29 ¶2)

Jehovah wants his servants to avoid pain and heartache (De 7:4; w15 3/15 30-31)

Jehovah’s viewpoint regarding marriage has not changed (1Co 7:39; 2Co 6:14; w15 8/15 26 ¶12)

ASK YOURSELF, ‘How does the requirement to marry “only in the Lord” benefit me?’

• Song 49 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “What Is Jehovah Your God Asking of You?”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • De 9:1-3​—Although the sons of Anak were “great and tall,” why did the Israelites have no need to fear them? (it-1 103)

  • What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share regarding Jehovah, the field ministry, or something else?

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) De 10:1-22 (th study 10)

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Offer a publication from our Teaching Toolbox. (th study 3)

• Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation. Introduce and discuss (but do not play) the video Why Study the Bible? (th study 9)

• Bible Study: (5 min.) fg lesson 12 ¶4-5 (th study 18)

• Song 135

• Video Games: Are You Really Winning?: (7 min.) Discussion. Play the video. Then ask the audience: How could video games rob you? What things in life are more important than video games? (Eph 5:15, 16) What does your choice of video games reveal about who you are on the inside? How can you be a real winner?

• “Make Wise Decisions Regarding Alcoholic Beverages”: (8 min.) Discussion. Play the video Think Past the Drink.

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) rr chap. 10 ¶1-7, intro video

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 3 and Prayer

Obey Jehovah out of awe and love (De 10:12; w09 10/1 10 ¶3-4)

Obedience leads to blessings (De 10:13; w09 10/1 10 ¶6)

Jehovah wants us to draw close to him (De 10:15; cl 16 ¶2)

Jehovah does not force us to obey him. Rather, he wants us to love and obey him “from the heart.” (Ro 6:17) Those who choose to serve Jehovah enjoy the best way of life.

All Christians need to exercise self-control regarding alcoholic beverages. (Pr 23:20, 29-35; 1Co 6:9, 10) If a Christian chooses to drink, he should do so in moderation. He must also avoid dependence on alcohol and avoid stumbling others. (1Co 10:23, 24; 1Ti 5:23) Certainly, no one, especially young ones, should be pressured to consume alcoholic beverages.

WATCH THE WHITEBOARD ANIMATION THINK PAST THE DRINK, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

• Why must all Christians obey laws regarding drinking alcohol?​—Ro 13:1-4

• Why should we avoid letting others pressure us to drink alcohol?​—Ro 6:16

• How can we avoid pitfalls related to alcoholic beverages?

Initial Call

Question: What is God’s purpose for humans?

Scripture: Ge 1:28

Link: How do we know that God will accomplish his purpose for humans?

FIND THIS SCRIPTURE IN THE TEACHING TOOLBOX:

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  bhs 29 ¶1

Return Visit

Question: How do we know that God will accomplish his purpose for humans?

Scripture: Isa 55:11

Link: What will life be like when God fulfills his purpose?

FIND THIS SCRIPTURE IN THE TEACHING TOOLBOX:

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  bhs 29 ¶2