Cover picture: Josiah tears his garments as he hears the book of Jehovah’s Law read aloud

• Song 114 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “See Others as Jehovah Does”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • 2Ch 17:9​—What can we learn from the teaching campaign that Jehoshaphat organized? (w17.03 20 ¶10-11)

    Your answer

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

    Your answer

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) 2Ch 17:1-19 (th study 11)

• Initial Call Video: (5 min.) Discussion. Play the video Initial Call: The Bible​—Ro 15:4. 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 topic. (th study 18)

• Talk: (5 min.) w21.05 17-18 ¶11-15​—Theme: Maintain a Positive Attitude When People Are Indifferent. (th study 16)

• Song 104

• “See Yourself as Jehovah Does”: (15 min.) Discussion and video.

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff lesson 44 points 5-6 and summary, review, and goal

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 111 and Prayer

King Jehoshaphat made an unwise alliance with King Ahab (2Ch 18:1-3; w17.03 24 ¶7)

Jehovah sent Jehu to reprove Jehoshaphat (2Ch 19:1, 2)

Jehovah remembered the good things that Jehoshaphat had done (2Ch 19:3; w15 8/15 11-12 ¶8-9)

ASK YOURSELF, ‘Do I look beyond the imperfections of my brothers and sisters and focus on their good qualities as Jehovah does?’

“Jehovah takes pleasure in his people.” (Ps 149:4) Although we are imperfect, he sees our good qualities and potential. At times, however, we may find it difficult to have such a balanced view of ourselves. We may struggle with feelings of low self-worth because of the way that others treat us. Or, if we focus on past mistakes, we may doubt whether Jehovah could really love us. What can help us when we experience such feelings?

Remember that Jehovah sees beyond what humans see. (1Sa 16:7) That means that he even sees beyond what we see in ourselves. Thankfully, the Bible provides a window into how Jehovah views us. We can peer through that window by considering Bible verses and accounts that reveal how much Jehovah loves his worshippers.

WATCH THE VIDEO PERSUADE YOUR HEART BEFORE JEHOVAH, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

• What does the illustration of a runner and his father teach us about how Jehovah views us?

  Your answer

• If a person who commits a serious sin takes the necessary steps to repair his relationship with Jehovah, how can he assure his heart before Him?​—1Jo 3:19, 20

  Your answer

• How did the brother benefit from reading and meditating on the accounts of David and Jehoshaphat?

  Your answer

• Song 118 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Put Faith in Jehovah Your God”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • 2Ch 21:14, 15​—How was Elijah’s prophecy concerning Jehoram fulfilled? (it-1 1271 ¶1-2)

    Your answer

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

    Your answer

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) 2Ch 20:20-30 (th study 10)

• Return Visit Video: (5 min.) Discussion. Play the video Return Visit: The Bible​—Re 21:3, 4. 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 topic. (th study 9)

• Bible Study: (5 min.) lff lesson 09 summary, review, and goal (th study 14)

• Song 119

• “Are You Prepared for an Economic Crisis?”: (15 min.) Discussion and video. To be handled by an elder. Include reminders from the branch office and the body of elders, if provided.

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff lesson 45 points 1-3

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• New Song for 2023 Convention and Prayer

When threatened, Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah turned to Jehovah for help (2Ch 20:12, 13; w14 12/15 23 ¶8)

Jehovah comforted his people and provided them with clear direction (2Ch 20:17)

Jehovah saved his people because they put faith in him (2Ch 20:21, 22, 27; w21.11 16 ¶7)

When Gog attacks Jehovah’s people during the great tribulation, those who put faith in Jehovah and who trust those whom he is using to take the lead will have nothing to fear.​—2Ch 20:20.

We are not shocked when world events create unstable economic conditions internationally. Why not? Because we are living deep in the last days and the Bible warns us not to place our hope in “uncertain riches.” (1Ti 6:17; 2Ti 3:1) What can King Jehoshaphat’s example teach us about being prepared for an economic crisis?

When faced with a threat from enemy nations, Jehoshaphat trusted in Jehovah. (2Ch 20:9-12) He also took practical measures to prepare the nation beforehand by fortifying cities and setting up garrisons. (2Ch 17:1, 2, 12, 13) Like Jehoshaphat, we do well to trust in Jehovah and take practical steps to face difficult times.

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

• What can we do personally to be prepared for a disaster?

  Your answer

• How can we be prepared to help others?

  Your answer

• Song 73 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Jehovah Rewards Courageous Acts”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • 2Ch 24:22​—How was Zechariah’s prophetic request fulfilled? (it-2 1223 ¶13)

    Your answer

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

    Your answer

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) 2Ch 22:1-12 (th study 5)

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation topic. Offer a publication from the Teaching Toolbox. (th study 1)

• Return Visit: (4 min.) Use the sample conversation topic. Invite the person to a meeting. (th study 17)

• Talk: (5 min.) w10 2/15 6-8 ¶6-10​—Theme: Jehovah’s Spirit Will Help You Acquire Boldness. (th study 8)

• Song 55

• Local Needs: (15 min.)

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff lesson 45 point 4 and summary, review, and goal

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 37 and Prayer

Jehoshabeath and her husband, Jehoiada, protected Jehoash from Athaliah (2Ch 22:11, 12; w09 4/1 24 ¶1-2)

Jehoiada courageously took action to make Jehoash king (2Ch 23:1-11, 14, 15; w09 4/1 24 ¶3-5)

Jehoiada was given the exceptional honor of being buried with the kings (2Ch 24:15, 16; it-1 379 ¶5)

FOR MEDITATION: In what areas of my worship would I like to show more courage?

• Song 80 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Jehovah Has the Means to Give You Much More Than That”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • 2Ch 26:4, 5​—What does Uzziah’s example teach us about the value of having a spiritual mentor? (w07 12/15 10 ¶1-2)

    Your answer

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

    Your answer

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) 2Ch 25:1-13 (th study 12)

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Use the sample conversation topic. Tell the person about our Bible study program, and leave a Bible course contact card. (th study 2)

• Return Visit: (4 min.) Use the sample conversation topic. Tell the person about our website, and leave a jw.org contact card. (th study 15)

• Bible Study: (5 min.) lff lesson 10 intro and points 1-3 (th study 3)

• Song 136

• Everlasting Life Is Worth Any Sacrifice (Mr 10:29, 30): (15 min.) Discussion. Play the video. Then ask the audience: What should Jesus’ promise recorded at Mark 10:29, 30 move us to do? How did Jesus react when at first his half brothers did not put faith in him? What should we keep in mind about our non-Witness family members?

  Your answers

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff lesson 46

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 51 and Prayer

Amaziah hired mercenaries to fight against God’s enemies (2Ch 25:5, 6)

A man of God advised Amaziah to dismiss the mercenaries (2Ch 25:7, 8; it-1 1266 ¶6)

Jehovah could more than compensate Amaziah for any financial loss (2Ch 25:9, 10)

ASK YOURSELF: ‘What personal sacrifices could I make to serve Jehovah more fully? What blessings would I enjoy as a result?’​—Mal 3:10; w21.08 30 ¶16.

• Song 54 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “You Can Serve Jehovah Despite a Difficult Upbringing”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • 2Ch 29:25​—What does Nathan’s example teach us about the benefits of accepting correction from Jehovah? (w12 2/15 24-25)

    Your answer

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

    Your answer

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) 2Ch 28:1-11 (th study 10)

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation topic. Respond to a common objection. (th study 4)

• Return Visit: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation topic. Offer a publication from the Teaching Toolbox. (th study 19)

• Bible Study: (6 min.) lff lesson 10 point 4 (th study 13)

• Song 56

• “Jehovah Is the ‘Father of the Fatherless’”: (8 min.) Discussion and video.

• Local Needs: (7 min.)

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff lesson 47

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 86 and Prayer

Hezekiah’s father, King Ahaz, did detestable things (2Ch 28:1; w16.02 14 ¶8)

Hezekiah chose to serve Jehovah despite his father’s bad example (2Ch 29:1-3; w16.02 14 ¶9-11)

Hezekiah encouraged others not to let the unfaithfulness of their fathers stop them from serving Jehovah (2Ch 29:4-6)

ASK YOURSELF, ‘How can I be a source of encouragement to young ones whose parents do not serve Jehovah?’

Each year, many young ones choose to become Jehovah’s friend. (Ps 110:3) Jehovah cares deeply about each one of you. He understands the unique challenges you face and promises to help you to serve him. If you are being raised in a single-parent home, remember that Jehovah becomes the “father of the fatherless.” (Ps 68:5) With Jehovah’s training, you can succeed no matter what your situation is at home.​—1Pe 5:10.

WATCH THE VIDEO SUCCESSFUL FIGHTERS FOR THE FAITH​—THOSE BEING RAISED BY SINGLE PARENTS, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

• What do you learn from the examples of Tammy, Charles, and Jimmy?

  Your answer

• What reassurance for those being raised by single parents is found at Psalm 27:10?

  Your answer

• Song 87 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Gathering Together Is Good for Us”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • 2Ch 30:20​—What can we learn from the way that Jehovah listened to Hezekiah? (w18.09 6 ¶14-15)

    Your answer

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

    Your answer

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) 2Ch 31:11-21 (th study 5)

• Initial Call: (2 min.) Begin with the sample conversation topic. (th study 20)

• Return Visit: (5 min.) Begin with the sample conversation topic. Offer the Enjoy Life Forever! brochure, and start a Bible study in lesson 01. (th study 18)

• Talk: (5 min.) w19.01 11-12 ¶13-18​—Theme: Praise Jehovah by Commenting at Meetings. (th study 16)

• Song 74

• Become Jehovah’s Friend​—Prepare Your Comment: (5 min.) Discussion. Play the video. Then, if possible, ask young ones in the audience: How can you prepare to comment at a meeting? Why can we be happy even when we are not called on to comment?

  Your answers

• Organizational Accomplishments: (10 min.) Play the Organizational Accomplishments video for June.

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff section 3 review

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 115 and Prayer

Hezekiah organized a great Passover in Jerusalem (2Ch 30:1; it-1 1103 ¶2)

Many attended despite opposition (2Ch 30:10, 11, 13; it-1 1103 ¶3)

They experienced great joy and were motivated to serve Jehovah (2Ch 30:25–31:1; it-1 1103 ¶4-5)

ASK YOURSELF, ‘How have I benefited from attending meetings and conventions in person despite challenges?’

• Song 103 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Be a Source of Strength During Times of Distress”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • 2Ch 33:15, 16​—What can we learn from Manasseh’s example? (w21.10 4-5 ¶11-12)

    Your answer

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

    Your answer

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) 2Ch 32:1-15 (th study 11)

• Initial Call: (4 min.) Discuss the back page of the Enjoy Life Forever! brochure, and offer a Bible study. (th study 6)

• Return Visit: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation topic. Offer a publication from the Teaching Toolbox. (th study 17)

• Bible Study: (5 min.) lff lesson 10 point 5 (th study 19)

• Song 36

• “Protect Yourself From Apostasy”: (10 min.) Discussion and video.

• Local Needs: (5 min.)

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff lesson 48 points 1-4

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 90 and Prayer

Sennacherib invaded Judah and threatened Jerusalem (2Ch 32:1; it-1 204 ¶5)

Hezekiah took practical steps to protect Jerusalem (2Ch 32:2-5; w13 11/15 19 ¶12)

Hezekiah strengthened God’s people by his words (2Ch 32:6-8; w13 11/15 19 ¶13)

ASK YOURSELF, ‘How can I help my brothers during difficult times?’

Satan and those under his influence often mix lies with truths in an attempt to undermine our faith. (2Co 11:3) For example, the Assyrians used half-truths and outright lies to discourage Jehovah’s people. (2Ch 32:10-15) Apostates use similar tactics today. How should we react to apostate teachings? Treat them as the poison they are! Never read them, reply to them, or repeat them. Be quick to detect information that is designed to raise doubts about Jehovah and his organization​—and reject it!​—Jude 3, 4.

WATCH THE VIDEO “PUT UP A HARD FIGHT FOR THE FAITH”!​—EXCERPT, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

• Why do we need to be on the alert if we use Internet forums?

  Your answer

• How can we follow the advice found at Romans 16:17?

  Your answer

• Song 97 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Are You Benefiting Fully From God’s Word?”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • 2Ch 35:20-23​—What warning can we find in what happened to good King Josiah? (w17.03 27 ¶15-17)

    Your answer

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

    Your answer

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) 2Ch 35:1-14 (th study 2)

• Initial Call: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation topic. Offer the Enjoy Life Forever! brochure, and briefly consider “How to Get the Most Out of These Bible Lessons.” (th study 7)

• Return Visit: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation topic. Tell the person about our website, and leave a jw.org contact card. (th study 11)

• Talk: (5 min.) w17.09 25-26 ¶7-10​—Theme: Unleash the Power of God’s Word in Your Ministry. (th study 14)

• Song 96

• “Are You Making Good Use of the Audio Bible?”: (15 min.) Discussion and video.

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff lesson 48 point 5 and summary, review, and goal

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 117 and Prayer

Josiah listened to God’s Word carefully (2Ch 34:18, 19; see cover picture)

He made an earnest effort to understand the meaning of what he was hearing (2Ch 34:21; it-1 1157 ¶4)

He acted on what he learned (2Ch 34:33; w09 6/15 10 ¶20)

ASK YOURSELF, ‘Am I quick to act on what I learn about Jehovah in his Word, the Bible?’

What is the audio Bible? The audio Bible is a recording of the revised New World Translation. It is being released gradually in as many languages as possible. One of the highlights of the audio Bible is that it uses a different voice for each Bible character. The words are read with proper emphasis and emotion to convey the Bible’s message with accuracy.

How are some benefiting from the audio Bible? Many who listen regularly to the audio Bible love how it brings God’s Word to life. They feel that by hearing a different reader for each Bible character, they can visualize Bible events better and gain a clearer understanding of what is written. (Pr 4:5) Many also find that listening to the audio Bible soothes them when they feel anxious.​—Ps 94:19.

Hearing God’s Word read aloud can have a powerful effect on our lives. (2Ch 34:19-21) If the audio Bible is available in part or in full in a language that you understand, could you make listening to it a regular part of your spiritual routine?

WATCH THE VIDEO PRODUCTION OF THE AUDIO BIBLE​—EXCERPT, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTION:

What impresses you about the production of the audio Bible?

• Song 75 and Prayer

• Opening Comments (1 min.)

• “Allow Jehovah to Use You”: (10 min.)

• Spiritual Gems: (10 min.)

  • Ezr 1:5, 6​—What can we learn from some of the Israelites who remained in Babylon? (w06 1/15 19 ¶1)

    Your answer

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

    Your answer

• Bible Reading: (4 min.) Ezr 2:58-70 (th study 5)

• Initial Call: (3 min.) Begin with the sample conversation topic. Respond to a common objection. (th study 3)

• Return Visit: (4 min.) Begin with the sample conversation topic. Offer the Enjoy Life Forever! brochure. (th study 9)

• Bible Study: (5 min.) lff lesson 10 summary, review, and goal (th study 8)

• Song 58

• “Find Joy in Starting Conversations”: (15 min.) Discussion and video.

• Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) lff lesson 49 points 1-5

• Concluding Comments (3 min.)

• Song 132 and Prayer

[Play the video Introduction to Ezra.]

Jehovah stirred the spirit of King Cyrus to release the Israelites (Ezr 1:1-3; w22.03 14 ¶1)

Jehovah stirred the spirit of his people to rebuild the temple (Ezr 1:5; w17.10 26 ¶2)

If you make yourself available, Jehovah can cause you to become whatever he needs to accomplish his will.

Informal conversations are one of the most enjoyable and effective ways to give a witness. Still, we may get nervous about the idea of starting a conversation if we focus too much on how we will introduce a Scriptural thought. Rather than be overly worried about what you will say to give a witness, focus on showing personal interest. (Mt 22:39; Php 2:4) If during a conversation an opportunity presents itself to express your faith, you have plenty of tools available to help you.

How can the following tools help you to give a witness on a topic that comes up in a conversation?

WATCH THE VIDEO “IRON SHARPENS IRON”​—STARTING CONVERSATIONS, AND THEN ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTION:

What three steps can help us improve our conversation skills?

INITIAL CALL

Question: How do you view the Bible?

Scripture: Ro 15:4

Link: What Bible promise gives hope?

RETURN VISIT

Question: What Bible promise gives hope?

Scripture: Re 21:3, 4

Link: How can we understand the Bible?