May
Our Christian Life and Ministry—Meeting Workbook, May-June 2026
pp. 1–16
Our Christian Life and Ministry—Meeting Workbook, May-June 2026
© 2026 Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Cover picture: Jeremiah preaches Jehovah’s message of judgment to false worshippers in Jerusalem
MAY 4-10
pp. 2–3
MAY 4-10
ISAIAH 58-59
Song 21 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Fully Experience Jehovah’s Blessing
(10 min.)
By showing hospitality (Isa 58:7-9)
By putting spiritual things first (Isa 58:13, 14; w06 6/15 22 ¶9)
By trusting that Jehovah will care for you (Isa 59:1; w13 1/15 13 ¶5-6)
ASK YOURSELF, ‘Why did the Israelites miss out on Jehovah’s blessing, and what can I learn from their example?’ (Isa 58:1-5; it “Fast” ¶3)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Isa 59:11—In what sense did the Israelites “keep growling like bears”? (it “Bear” ¶6)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Isa 59:1-12 (th study 10)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Use a tract to start a conversation. (lmd lesson 1 point 5)
5. Starting a Conversation
(4 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. Share a truth from appendix A of the Love People brochure. (lmd lesson 2 point 4)
6. Talk
(5 min.) lmd appendix A point 16—Theme: We Should Pray Often. (th study 8)
Song 100
7. “Follow the Course of Hospitality”
(15 min.) Discussion.
Paul encouraged Christians to “follow the course of hospitality.” (Ro 12:13; study note, nwtsty) Those who heed his advice experience rich blessings.—Pr 11:25.
Play the VIDEO Become Jehovah’s Friend—Be Hospitable. Then ask the audience:
What did you learn about hospitality from this video?
How have you benefited from showing hospitality?
Jehovah is the best example of hospitality. (Ac 14:17) Read Deuteronomy 10:17, 18. Then ask the audience:
What do you learn from Jehovah’s example of hospitality?
How do we benefit when we extend hospitality to those outside our circle of close friends?
What other examples of hospitality can you find in the Bible, and what do you learn from them?
Consider how you would like to show hospitality, and write your goals here:
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 82-83
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
MAY 11-17
p. 4
MAY 11-17
ISAIAH 60-61
Song 146 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. “Arise, O Woman, Shed Light”
(10 min.)
The woman at Isaiah 60:1 represents ancient Jerusalem (Isa 60:1, 2; w24.07 30 ¶1-2)
The restoration prophecies in Isaiah chapter 60 were only partially fulfilled on Jerusalem (w24.07 30 ¶3-4)
These prophecies are having a greater fulfillment regarding “the Jerusalem above” (Ga 4:26; w24.07 30 ¶5–31 ¶2)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Isa 61:1—How did Jesus fulfill this prophecy? (Lu 4:18-21; w19.12 11 ¶10-11)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Isa 61:1-9 (th study 11)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. Teach the person God’s name. (lmd lesson 4 point 3)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. In a previous conversation, the person mentioned that he had recently lost a loved one in death. (lmd lesson 4 point 4)
6. Making Disciples
(5 min.) lff lesson 19 point 5 (lmd lesson 11 point 4)
Song 156
7. Local Needs
(15 min.)
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 84-85
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
MAY 18-24
pp. 5–16
MAY 18-24
ISAIAH 62-64
Song 44 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. The Loving and Compassionate Potter
(10 min.)
Jehovah deals compassionately with us, even when we suffer as a result of our own mistakes (Isa 63:9; cl 253-254 ¶7-9)
Although he does not shield us from the consequences of our mistakes, he helps us (w23.08 28-29 ¶8-9)
If we allow him to, he will continue molding us into something valuable in his eyes (Isa 64:8; w13 9/15 20 ¶15-17)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Isa 63:10—What does this verse teach us about Jehovah’s patience? (it “Mercy” ¶11)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Isa 64:4-12 (th study 12)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) PUBLIC WITNESSING. Find out what topic interests the person, and arrange to contact him again. (lmd lesson 1 point 5)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Feature a video from our Teaching Toolbox. (lmd lesson 9 point 4)
6. Making Disciples
(5 min.) lff 254 box “Am I Ready to Preach With the Congregation?” Discuss with your Bible student the goal of becoming an unbaptized publisher. (lmd lesson 12 point 3)
Song 115
7. Disaster Preparedness—Expect the Unexpected
(15 min.) Discussion. To be handled by an elder. Include reminders from the branch office and the body of elders, if provided.
Disasters, including violent attacks, can occur anywhere and without warning. (Ec 9:11) Even if you live in an area that rarely experiences natural disasters, it is wise to expect the unexpected. (Pr 22:3) How can you prepare?
When in public, be alert to your surroundings, and pay attention to the location of emergency exits, especially in crowded areas
For natural disasters, prepare and maintain go bagsa and emergency supplies for home. Have an evacuation plan and the contact information of your family and friends.—g17.5 4
Play the VIDEO Disaster Preparedness: Expect the Unexpected. Then ask the audience:
How did the brothers and sisters initially feel about disaster preparedness?
What practical steps did they take to prepare?
How did Jehovah bless their efforts to prepare for a disaster?
What did they learn from their experience?
ASK YOURSELF, ‘What does my view of disaster preparedness say about my respect for Jehovah?’
GOAL: When in public places this week, ask yourself, ‘Where is the nearest emergency exit?’
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lesson 86, intro to section 13, and lesson 87
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
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MAY 25-31
pp. 6–7
MAY 25-31
ISAIAH 65-66
Song 24 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. We Love Our Spiritual Paradise!
(10 min.)
In the spiritual paradise, God’s servants have abundant spiritual food (Isa 65:13; cl 275 ¶12, 14)
Our spiritual paradise helps us to cope with pain and distress (Isa 65:14-17; w24.04 22 ¶9-10)
The world has nothing that compares with the peace and safety we enjoy (Isa 65:25; w24.04 23 ¶13)
DEFINITION: The term “spiritual paradise” describes the environment in which we worship Jehovah. In it we enjoy a peaceful relationship with Jehovah and with one another.
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Isa 66:24—How does this verse help us understand Jesus’ words about Gehenna found at Mark 9:47, 48? (it “Gehenna” ¶6-7)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Isa 65:17-25 (th study 10)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. Find a natural way to let the person know that you are one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. (lmd lesson 5 point 3)
5. Starting a Conversation
(2 min.) PUBLIC WITNESSING. The person wants to argue with you. (lmd lesson 4 point 5)
6. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Use a tract to start a conversation. (lmd lesson 1 point 4)
7. Explaining Your Beliefs
(3 min.) Demonstration. ijwbq article 87—Theme: Who Is the Antichrist? (th study 17)
Song 80
8. Are You Missing Out?
(15 min.) Discussion.
Are you considering entering the full-time ministry? Do you ever worry that you might miss out on certain things in life if you do? Or have you ever wondered, ‘Why make sacrifices to do more if all of Jehovah’s worshippers will receive everlasting life?’ If so, remember that Jehovah “will not hold back anything good” from those who trust in him. (Ps 84:11, 12) It is only when we hold back from giving Jehovah our best that we truly miss out.
Jehovah’s blessings are not limited to the future. Play the VIDEO What Will You Do “for the Sake of the Good News”? Then ask the audience:
What blessings have these young ones experienced as a result of making themselves available?
What if you do not have the circumstances to enter full-time service? Jehovah blesses those who give him their best. So continue to give him your best, knowing that he will “pour out on you a blessing until there is nothing lacking.”—Mal 3:10.
9. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 88-89
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
JUNE 1-7
pp. 8–9
JUNE 1-7
JEREMIAH 1-3
Song 84 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
Jeremiah preaches Jehovah’s message of judgment to false worshippers in Jerusalem
1. “Do Not Be Afraid . . . for ‘I Am With You’”
(10 min.)
[Play the VIDEO Introduction to Jeremiah.]
Like Jeremiah, some who want to preach feel afraid or unqualified (Jer 1:6)
Jehovah qualifies and strengthens us to do his will (Jer 1:8, 9; w10 1/15 9 ¶7-8)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Jer 3:14-25 (th study 12)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. After starting with a timely topic, share something from the Bible that seems more relevant to the householder. (lmd lesson 2 point 5)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Offer a Bible study. (lmd lesson 8 point 3)
6. Making Disciples
(5 min.) Discussion with a Bible student who is not making progress. (lmd lesson 12 point 5)
Song 76
7. Be Bold Like Jeremiah
(6 min.) Discussion.
Play the VIDEO Learn From Jehovah’s Friends—Jeremiah. Then ask the audience:
How did Jeremiah become Jehovah’s friend?—Jer 1:6-8
Whom do you want to talk to about Jehovah?
What can you say to help the person become Jehovah’s friend?
8. “Make a Defense . . . With a Mild Temper and Deep Respect”
(9 min.) Discussion.
We must be bold as we declare the good news and defend Jehovah’s moral standards. However, we need to balance our boldness with other Christian qualities.
Read 1 Peter 3:15. Then ask the audience:
What other qualities are important when explaining our beliefs?
Why are these qualities important?
Play the VIDEO DRAMATIZATION “The Result of True Righteousness Will Be Peace.” Then ask the audience:
What did you learn from this video that can help you to explain your beliefs about homosexuality tactfully?
REMEMBER: When defending Jehovah’s moral standards, avoid getting drawn into political controversies.—Joh 18:36.
9. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 90-91
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
JUNE 8-14
pp. 10–11
JUNE 8-14
JEREMIAH 4-6
Song 56 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Learn From Judah’s Spiritual Sickness
(10 min.)
The people of Judah were stubborn and rebellious (Jer 4:4, 14; w13 3/15 9-10 ¶8-9)
They were not interested in receiving Jehovah’s diagnosis of their spiritual condition (Jer 5:31; jr 114 ¶2)
They faced disaster because they ignored Jehovah’s warnings (Jer 6:17-19)
ASK YOURSELF, ‘How can I avoid becoming spiritually sick?’
If you were seriously ill, would you not want an accurate diagnosis so that you could be treated in time? Spiritually speaking, would you not want the same?
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Jer 4:10—In what sense did Jehovah deceive his people? (w07 3/15 9 ¶4)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Jer 5:1-11 (th study 5)
4. Starting a Conversation
(2 min.) PUBLIC WITNESSING. (lmd lesson 2 point 3)
5. Starting a Conversation
(2 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. (lmd lesson 1 point 3)
6. Following Up
(4 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. The person expresses doubt in the Bible. (lmd lesson 3 point 3)
7. Explaining Your Beliefs
(3 min.) Demonstration. ijwfq article 5—Theme: How Did Jehovah’s Witnesses Get Their Name? (th study 7)
Song 60
8. Protect Your Heart From Misinformation
(8 min.) Discussion.
In ancient Israel, false prophets and seers spread dangerous but appealing misinformation. (Isa 30:10; Jer 5:31) Similarly, those who spread misinformation today often try to appeal to the heart. How can you protect yourself?
Play the VIDEO Protect Yourself From Misinformation. Then ask the audience:
Why is misinformation dangerous?
What is deepfake technology, and why do we need to be aware of it?
How can we put information to the test?—Job 12:11
ASK YOURSELF: ‘Do I tend to trust only information that confirms what I want to believe? Or do I keep my biases in check?’
Internet news and social media feeds are often customized to our interests and browsing history. So you may need to dig deeper to find reliable information.
9. Local Needs
(7 min.)
10. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 92-93
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
JUNE 15-21
pp. 12–13
JUNE 15-21
JEREMIAH 7-8
Song 152 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. They Treated Jehovah’s Temple With Contempt
(10 min.)
Many Judeans imagined that the temple itself would protect them despite their wicked behavior (Jer 7:4, 8-10; jr 21 ¶12)
Their conduct dishonored Jehovah’s name (Jer 7:11; it “Jehovah” ¶78)
Jehovah used Shiloh’s example to illustrate what would happen to the temple (Jer 7:12-14; it “Shiloh” No. 2 ¶4)
ASK YOURSELF, ‘Does my conduct reflect well on Jehovah at all times?’
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Jer 8:22—In what sense was there “no balsam in Gilead”? (jr 135 ¶14)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Jer 8:4-13 (th study 2)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. (lmd lesson 5 point 5)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Share a truth from appendix A of the Love People brochure. (lmd lesson 9 point 3)
6. Making Disciples
(5 min.) lff lesson 19 point 6 (th study 19)
Song 91
7. How We Can Show Appreciation for Our Kingdom Halls
(5 min.) Discussion.
Play the VIDEO Become Jehovah’s Friend—Love Jehovah’s House. Then ask the audience:
How should we treat the Kingdom Hall, and why?
Read 1 Timothy 2:9, 10. Then ask the audience:
In what other way can brothers and sisters show respect when attending Christian meetings?
8. How Your Donations Are Used—Maintaining Our Kingdom Halls
(10 min.) Discussion based on the article. Outline the expenses involved in caring for your local Kingdom Hall.—hdu article 30.
What expenses are involved in keeping Kingdom Halls in good condition, and why is this work important?
What do you appreciate about how large maintenance projects are organized and funded?
How can you help?
For more information on how you can contribute, click on the “Donations” icon at the bottom of the home page in the JW Library® app or on jw.org.
9. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb intro to section 14 and lessons 94-95
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
JUNE 22-28
p. 14
JUNE 22-28
JEREMIAH 9-10
Song 5 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. What Will You Boast About?
(10 min.)
Avoid trying to impress others with your abilities and accomplishments (Jer 9:23; w20.07 6 ¶13-15)
Look for opportunities to boast in Jehovah (Jer 9:24; w25.05 30 ¶14)
Follow the apostle Paul’s good example of humility (1Co 2:1-5; it “Wisdom” ¶25-26)
What we choose to boast about can affect others for the good or for the bad
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Jer 10:21—What lesson can Christian overseers learn from this verse? (jr 133-134 ¶11-12)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Jer 9:13-24 (th study 12)
4. Starting a Conversation
(4 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. (lmd lesson 3 point 5)
5. Starting a Conversation
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. (lmd lesson 3 point 4)
6. Following Up
(4 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. (lmd lesson 7 point 3)
Song 48
7. Avoid Deception, and Follow the Kingdom (Jer 10:23)
(15 min.) Discussion.
Play the VIDEO. Then ask the audience,
What events could distort our view of God’s Kingdom, and how can we avoid being fooled?
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 96-97
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
JUNE 29–JULY 5
p. 15
JUNE 29–JULY 5
JEREMIAH 11-12
Song 106 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. How to “Run a Race Against Horses”
(10 min.)
As Jehovah’s Witnesses, we expect to experience opposition, as Jeremiah did (Jer 11:21; w04 11/1 16 ¶12)
Contending with the more challenging trials ahead may be compared to ‘running a race against horses’ (Jer 12:5; w11 3/15 32 ¶19)
Cultivating brotherly love now will help us face difficulties during the great tribulation (Isa 26:20; w23.07 6-7 ¶15-16)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Jer 12:1, 3—What do these verses reveal about Jeremiah’s relationship with Jehovah? (jr 118 ¶11)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Jer 12:1-11 (th study 2)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. Initiate a conversation after a person says or does something kind. (lmd lesson 1 point 4)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. The householder is a parent. (lmd lesson 3 point 3)
6. Talk
(5 min.) lmd appendix A point 17—Theme: Jesus Was a Great Teacher Whose Advice Always Works. (th study 14)
Song 109
7. Local Needs
(15 min.)
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 98-99