November
Our Christian Life and Ministry—Meeting Workbook, November-December 2026
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Our Christian Life and Ministry—Meeting Workbook, November-December 2026
© 2026 Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Cover picture: Ezekiel having a vision of an immense vehicle
NOVEMBER 2-8
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NOVEMBER 2-8
JEREMIAH 49-50
Song 1 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Help Others Benefit From Jehovah’s Mercy
(10 min.)
Jehovah rightly condemned Babylon for her great sins and arrogant attitude (Jer 50:14, 29, 31; it “Presumptuousness” ¶10)
Jehovah completely forgave repentant Israelites (Jer 50:20)
Christians strive to imitate Jehovah’s mercy by declaring the good news and helping people flee from false religion (Jer 50:2, 8; w08 6/15 8-9 ¶8-11)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Jer 50:24—In what way did Jehovah catch Babylon in a “snare”? (it “Trap” ¶3)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Jer 50:24-40 (th study 11)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Share a Bible truth, such as one from appendix A of the Love People brochure. (lmd lesson 1 point 5)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. The person expresses interest in a subject different from the one you returned to discuss. (lmd lesson 9 point 3)
6. Making Disciples
(5 min.) lff lesson 20 point 4 (lmd lesson 11 point 4)
Song 44
7. Never Forget What Jehovah Remembers
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) wcg chap. 15
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
NOVEMBER 9-15
pp. 3–16
NOVEMBER 9-15
JEREMIAH 51-52
Song 98 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Learn From the Warning Example of Zedekiah
(10 min.)
Zedekiah did not stand up for what is right (Jer 52:1, 2; jr 29)
Zedekiah broke an oath that he swore in God’s name (Jer 52:3; w17.10 23 ¶9-10)
Zedekiah did not escape the consequences of his actions (Jer 52:8-11)
FOR MEDITATION: How can I avoid being like Zedekiah? (w17.10 23 ¶11-12)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Jer 51:6, 7, 36—How does this warning parallel a warning being given today? (jr 165 ¶21; 167 ¶25)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Jer 52:6-20 (th study 5)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Use the direct approach to offer a Bible study. (lmd lesson 3 point 3)
5. Starting a Conversation
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. A householder objects to our belief that Jesus is God’s Son. (lmd lesson 3 point 4)
6. Talk
(5 min.) lmd appendix A point 21—Theme: God’s Kingdom Is a Real Government in Heaven. (th study 7)
Song 10
7. Our Donations Glorify God’s Beautiful Name
(15 min.) Discussion by an elder.
The Israelites who would not be directly involved in the construction of the temple were invited to glorify Jehovah’s name by their generous contributions. (1Ch 29:8-10) Today, we cannot be directly involved in every theocratic project. However, through our donations, we can fully support these initiatives. Organizational updates on jw.org allow us to see how our gifts contribute to the glory due Jehovah’s name. (Ps 96:8) These updates also move us to praise Jehovah for all that he is accomplishing on earth and for allowing us to have a share.—1Ch 29:14-16; Isa 12:5.
Play the VIDEO Giving Glorifies Jehovah. Then ask the audience:
How do our donations bring praise to Jehovah?
How have you benefited from the organizational updates on jw.org and the letters of appreciation that you receive?
What specific organizational initiatives are you especially thankful for?
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8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) wcg chap. 16
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
NOVEMBER 16-22
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NOVEMBER 16-22
LAMENTATIONS 1-2
Song 28 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. An Understandable Response to a Terrible Loss
(10 min.)
[Play the VIDEO Introduction to Lamentations.]
Jeremiah felt brokenhearted when those he loved suffered the consequences of no longer serving Jehovah (La 2:11)
Jeremiah hoped that they would come to their senses, approach Jehovah in humble prayer, and repent (La 2:19; w24.08 28 ¶7-9)
FOR MEDITATION: What can help us if we blame ourselves for the poor decisions that others make?—w23.08 29-30 ¶12-13.
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
La 2:1—How was the beauty of Israel thrown down from heaven to earth? (w07 6/1 9 ¶1)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) La 1:8-18 (th study 10)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. Initiate a friendly conversation that ends before you can give a witness. (lmd lesson 2 point 4)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) PUBLIC WITNESSING. Feature a video from the Teaching Toolbox, and offer a Bible study. (lmd lesson 9 point 4)
6. What Would You Say?
(5 min.) Discussion. HOUSE TO HOUSE. Briefly review lmd lesson 1 point 4b. Refer to the picture, then ask the audience:
Based on what you observe, what question could you ask to start a conversation?
Which Bible truth might you share?
Song 90
7. Do Not Forget Our Inactive Brothers and Sisters
(15 min.) Discussion.
We spend much time and effort searching for people who want to learn about Jehovah and serve him. However, we cannot forget those “related to us in the faith” who have become inactive.—Ga 6:10.
Our brothers and sisters become inactive for various reasons. Some become absorbed in secular work or are overwhelmed by life’s problems or suffer from depression and other health difficulties. Still others are troubled by a guilty conscience, have been stumbled, or have had their feelings hurt. Many who are inactive still love Jehovah but may feel unworthy of resuming their worship. The elders are keenly interested in assisting these ones and take the lead in helping them return to Jehovah. (1Pe 5:2) However, how might you be of assistance to an inactive brother or sister?
Play the VIDEO DRAMATIZATION Encourage the Inactive Ones. Then ask the audience:
What lessons did you learn from this video?
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) wcg chap. 17
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
NOVEMBER 23-29
pp. 6–7
NOVEMBER 23-29
LAMENTATIONS 3-5
Song 158 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Do Not Give Out When Experiencing Trials
(10 min.)
Appreciate what Jehovah has done for you (La 3:22; w24.01 30 ¶16)
Trust that Jehovah will continue to be with you (La 3:23; Mt 6:34)
Wait patiently for your trials to end (La 3:24; w21.08 13 ¶17-19)
While we wait on Jehovah, we keep praying to him in faith
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
La 3:27—What good can come from enduring hardships during youth? (w07 6/1 11 ¶5)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) La 3:19-42 (th study 12)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Share a Bible truth, such as one from appendix A of the Love People brochure. (lmd lesson 5 point 4)
5. Starting a Conversation
(4 min.) INFORMAL WITNESSING. Offer a tract. (lmd lesson 4 point 3)
6. Talk
(5 min.) w25.12 26-30—Theme: Older Ones—You Are an Asset to the Congregation. (th study 16)
Song 109
7. Help Caregivers Not to Give Out
(15 min.) Discussion.
Christians consider it a privilege to care for loved ones. Nevertheless, caregiving presents challenges. One way that Jehovah helps caregivers not to give out is by means of practical assistance from fellow believers.
Read Proverbs 20:18 and Philippians 2:4. Then ask the audience:
How can family members apply these scriptures when caring for loved ones?
Play the VIDEO Comfort for the Caregiver. Then ask the audience:
What is involved in being a caregiver?
How can caregivers take care of themselves?
How can the congregation help caregivers?
How does Jehovah help caregivers not to give out?
For more information, see the article “Maintain Your Joy as a Caregiver” in the November 2025 issue of The Watchtower.
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) wcg chap. 18
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
NOVEMBER 30–DECEMBER 6
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NOVEMBER 30–DECEMBER 6
EZEKIEL 1-2
Song 65 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
Ezekiel having a vision of an immense vehicle
1. Keep Pace With Jehovah’s Celestial Chariot
(10 min.)
[Play the VIDEO Introduction to Ezekiel.]
The heavenly part of Jehovah’s organization is represented by an immense chariot that is supremely fast and maneuverable (Eze 1:16-18; rr 37-38 ¶18-19)
Jehovah controls the chariot’s movement (Eze 1:20, 26-28; rr 38-39 ¶21-24)
FOR MEDITATION: What must I do to keep pace with the celestial chariot?
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Eze 2:1-10 (th study 2)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Offer a Bible study. (lmd lesson 3 point 3)
5. Making Disciples
(5 min.) Encourage a Bible student who is dealing with family opposition. (lmd lesson 11 point 5)
6. Talk
(4 min.) lmd appendix A point 22—Theme: God’s Kingdom Will Replace Human Governments. (th study 6)
Song 63
7. Local Needs
(15 min.)
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) wcg chap. 19
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
DECEMBER 7-13
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DECEMBER 7-13
EZEKIEL 3-4
Song 71 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Why We Preach Fearlessly
(10 min.)
Our strength and support come from Jehovah (Eze 3:8, 9; w22.11 5 ¶10-11)
Our message is from Jehovah (Eze 3:10, 11; bt 134 ¶7)
Our efforts are lifesaving (Eze 3:18, 19; 1Ti 4:16; w18.05 19 ¶8-9)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Eze 4:12-15—What do we learn from Jehovah’s willingness to listen to Ezekiel? (w94 8/1 13 ¶14-15)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Eze 3:16-27 (th study 2)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Share a Bible truth, such as one from appendix A of the Love People brochure. (lmd lesson 1 point 5)
5. Starting a Conversation
(4 min.) PUBLIC WITNESSING. The person has heard that Jehovah’s Witnesses are a cult. (lmd lesson 4 point 4)
6. Making Disciples
(5 min.) Talk to your student about cleanliness. (lmd lesson 12 point 4)
Song 161
7. Local Needs
(15 min.)
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) wcg chap. 20
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
DECEMBER 14-20
pp. 10–11
DECEMBER 14-20
EZEKIEL 5-6
Song 49 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Idolaters Break Jehovah’s Heart
(10 min.)
Jehovah’s people became steeped in idolatry (Eze 5:11)
Their idolatry made Jehovah feel “brokenhearted” (Eze 6:9; w04 5/15 6 ¶2-3)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Eze 5:1, 2—What was the significance of Ezekiel’s actions? (rr 63 ¶6)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Eze 6:1-10 (th study 5)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) PUBLIC WITNESSING. The person wants to argue. (lmd lesson 4 point 5)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Feature a magazine on the topic of your previous conversation. (lmd lesson 9 point 4)
6. What Would You Say?
(5 min.) Discussion. HOUSE TO HOUSE. Briefly review lmd lesson 1 point 4b. Refer to the picture, then ask the audience:
Based on what you observe, what could you say to start a conversation?
Which Bible truth might you share?
Song 153
7. Why Refrain From Nationalistic Ceremonies?
(15 min.) Discussion.
Christians must refrain from idolatry in all its forms. For example, we do not participate in nationalistic ceremonies, since that would involve sharing in the worship of something or someone other than Jehovah God. (Mt 4:10) As you watch the following video, think about nationalistic ceremonies that are common in your area.
Play the VIDEO Maintain Neutrality at Public Events. Then ask the audience:
What good examples can we imitate?
How can families prepare so that they are not caught off guard?
What helpful information have you found from the organization on this subject?
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) wcg chap. 21
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
DECEMBER 21-27
pp. 12–13
DECEMBER 21-27
EZEKIEL 7-8
Song 128 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
1. Jehovah’s Day Will Come on Time
(10 min.)
Jehovah is a precise Timekeeper (Eze 7:3; rr 66-68 ¶13-15)
When Jehovah’s set time arrived, the Israelites had not changed their detestable ways, so he acted against them (Eze 7:4, 10)
Knowing that Jehovah’s day will come on time moves us to make wise use of our time (rr 70 ¶19)
We use our time wisely when we preach at the times when we are most likely to find people
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Eze 7:19—In what sense will this prophecy be fulfilled, and what is the lesson for us? (w24.09 11 ¶14)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Eze 8:7-18 (th study 2)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. (lmd lesson 1 point 4)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Talk to a family member other than the one who originally showed interest. (lmd lesson 9 point 3)
6. Making Disciples
(5 min.) Help your student prepare to witness to a relative. (lmd lesson 12 point 3)
Song 139
7. Imagine the Outcome
(15 min.) Discussion.
Jehovah told unfaithful Israel: “I will bring upon you the results of your own ways, and you will suffer the consequences of your detestable deeds.” (Eze 7:4) What lesson can we learn?
Before embarking on a course of action, we are wise to imagine the outcome. (De 32:29) For example, when tempted to engage in serious wrongdoing, we should stop and think of the blessings that we enjoy from keeping our integrity and the consequences that we would suffer if we were to succumb to the temptation.—Isa 59:2.
Read Proverbs 27:11 and Philippians 4:7. Then ask the audience:
What blessings do we enjoy from keeping our integrity?
Read Psalm 38:3-8. Then ask the audience:
What bad consequences of giving in to sin might we imagine?
Play the VIDEO Imagine the Time. Then ask the audience:
What future blessings do you look forward to receiving in the new world?
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) wcg intro to section 2, timeline, and chap. 22
Concluding Comments (3 min.) | and Prayer
DECEMBER 28, 2026–JANUARY 3, 2027
pp. 14–15
DECEMBER 28, 2026–JANUARY 3, 2027
EZEKIEL 9-10
Song 119 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
Anticipating the events that lead up to Armageddon can motivate us to be zealous in the ministry
1. Help Others to Survive Armageddon
(10 min.)
Israelites who showed their heartfelt rejection of wickedness received a symbolic mark to keep them safe from destruction (Eze 9:4; rr 173 ¶6)
Those without the mark lost their lives when Jerusalem was destroyed (Eze 9:5, 6)
We can help others turn to Jehovah right up until Armageddon begins (w25.08 31 ¶1-2, 6)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
Eze 9:9—Why did Jehovah include “the house of Israel” in this judgment message? (it “Chronology” ¶104)
What spiritual gems from this week’s Bible reading would you like to share?
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Eze 9:1-11 (th study 5)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Feature a video from the Teaching Toolbox. (lmd lesson 3 point 5)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Introduce and discuss a video to answer a question that the householder raises. (lmd lesson 9 point 5)
6. Explaining Your Beliefs
(5 min.) Demonstration. Introduce and discuss a video from the series Was It Designed? to help a relative understand why you believe in creation. (th study 2)
Song 60
7. Save Yourself and Those Who Listen to You
(15 min.) Discussion.
How can we save ourselves and those who listen to us? By paying constant attention to ourselves and to our teaching. (1Ti 4:16) We can pay constant attention to ourselves by keeping spiritually strong in order to reject the world’s wicked conduct. We can pay constant attention to our teaching by always working to improve our teaching skills. Our videos can help us do both.
Play the VIDEO Our History in Motion—Teaching Through Film and Video. Then ask the audience:
How has our modern-day organization used film and video to teach?
Which videos have touched your heart or helped your family?
What are some ways to use videos in our ministry, and how can we prepare to use them?
8. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) wcg chap. 23