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JANUARY 2012

try. We want to direct our “blows,” or eﬀorts,

wisely so that they will accomplish the most

good. How?

2 Go Where the People Are: Paul and

other ﬁrst-century evangelizers preached

where they expected people to be. (Acts 5:

42; 16:13; 17:17) So if many in our territory

are at home in the evening, this may be the

best time to go from house to house. Is the

local bus or train station busy in the early

mornings and late afternoons when people

are going to work or returning home? When

are the shopping areas in the territory ﬁlled

with people? Street witnessing may be most

productive during these times.

3 Work the Territory Wisely: Care should

also be taken to direct our blows wisely in

the way we work our territory. For example,

instead of taking a very large group into the

same area, where much time and eﬀort will

be required to keep the group organized and

busy, it may be better to divide the group.

Similarly, when working rural territory, we

will cover the territory faster and have more

opportunities to speak if car groups are not

too large. Could we obtain a personal territo-

ry near our home, which would reduce the

time needed for travel?

4 Jesus likened evangelizers to “ﬁshers of

men.” (Mark 1:17) A ﬁsherman’s objective is

not simply to ﬁsh but to catch ﬁsh. There-

fore, successful fishermen go where and

when they expect to ﬁnd ﬁsh, and they be-

gin ﬁshing without delay. Yes, they direct

their eﬀorts wisely. May we show similar in-

dustr iousness in our ministry.—Heb. 6:11.

WEEK STARTING JANUARY 9

Song 53 and Prayer

Congregation Bible Study:

bt chap. 15 8-12, box on p. 118 (25 min.)

Theocratic Ministry School:

Bible reading: Isaiah 29-33 (10 min.)

No. 1: Isaiah 30:15-26 (4 min. or less)

No. 2: Were Humans Made to Live Brief-

ly and Then Die?—rs p. 245 1–p. 246 2

(5 min.)

No. 3: How Can Imperfect Humans Sancti-

fy Jehovah’s Name?—Matt.6:9(5min.)

Q Service Meeting:

Song 61

5min:Announcements.

10 min: Preach to Those Who Speak Anoth-

er Language. Talk based on page 2 of the

booklet Good News for People of All Nations.

Have a demonstration showing how to use

the booklet.

10 min: Evidence of the Bible’s Inspiration.

Discussion based on the Reasoning book,

page 60, paragraph 3, to page 64, para-

graph 3.

10 min: “Direct Your Blows Wisely.” Ques-

tions and answers. When considering para-

graph 2, brieﬂy interview the service overseer

regarding where people can be found in the

local territory during various times of the day

and days of the week.

Song 115 and Prayer

Direct Your Blows Wisely

1 The apostle Paul wrote: “The way I am

running is not uncertainly; the way I am

directing my blows is so as not to be strik-

ing the air.” (1 Cor. 9:26) Paul was referring

to his single-mindedness and sharp focus in

pursuing spiritual goals. However, in prin-

ciple , these words also apply to the minis-

2. How can we imitate Paul and other ﬁrst-

century evangelizers in selecting when and

where to preach?

3. How can we direct our blows wisely in the

way we work our territory?

4. What will help us to be successful “ﬁshers of

men”?

1. First Corinthians 9:26 has what application

to the ministry?

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WEEK STARTING JANUARY 16

Song 98 and Prayer

WEEK STARTING JANUARY 23

Song 89 and Prayer

Congregation Bible Study:

bt chap.15boxonp.121(25min.)

Congregation Bible Study:

bt chap. 15

13-20 (25 min.)

Theocratic Ministry School:

Bible reading: Isaiah 34-37 (10 min.)

No. 1: Isaiah 35:1-10 (4 min. or less)

No. 2: Jehovah Is Deserving of Our Trust—Ps.

25:1-5 (5 min.)

No. 3: On What Basis Can We Hope to Live For-

ever?—rs p. 246

Theocratic Ministry School:

Bible reading: Isaiah 38-42 (10 min.)

No. 1: Isaiah 39:1–40:5 (4 min. or less)

No. 2: How Will Prospects for Future Life Be

Realized?—rs p. 246

1(5min.)

No. 3: The Superiority of Divine Education

—Phil. 3:8 (5 min.)

8–p. 247

5-7(5min.)

Service Meeting:

Song 2

5min: Announcements.

15 min: Discern the Questioner’s Viewpoint.

Talk based on the Ministry School book, page 66,

paragraph 1, to page 68, paragraph 3. Have a

brief demonstration of a publisher soliloquizing

about the likely views and concerns of a house-

holder who has just asked a question; the pub-

lisher then gives a good reply.

15 min: Maintain Your Conduct Fine Among

the Nations. (1 Pet. 2:12) Discussion based on

the 2011 Yearbook, page 124, paragraphs 1-2,

and page 150, paragraphs 1-6. Invite audience

to comment on the lessons learned.

Song 97 and Prayer

Service Meeting:

Song 69

10 min: Announcements. Mention the litera-

ture oﬀer for February, and have one or two pre-

sentations demonstrated.

10 min: What Do We Learn? Discussion. Have

Mark 10:17-30 read. Consider how these verses

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15 min: “Preach to ‘People of All Sorts.’ ”

Questions and answers. Discuss the purpose of

each brochure shown in the supplement. Then

choose two brochures that may beneﬁt people in

the territory. Discuss features of both brochures,

and demonstrate how each may be oﬀered.

Song 112 and Prayer

Preach to “People of All Sorts”

feel someone would beneﬁt, not just during

months when it is the literature oﬀer. For ex-

ample, if the oﬀer is the Bible Teach book

and we are preaching in a non-Christian land

where people have little interest in the Bible,

it may be beneﬁcial to oﬀer an appropriate

brochure and then introduce the Bible Teach

book after we have cultivated the person’s in-

terest.

3 The Scriptures speak well of those who are

skillful in their work. (Prov. 22:29) Certainly,

no work is more important today than “the

holy work of the good news.” (Rom. 15:16) In

order to be “a workman with nothing to be

ashamed of,” we will endeavor to become ad-

ept at using our tools.—2 Tim. 2:15.

1 A skilled craftsman has many tools, and

he knows when and how to use each one.

Similarly, we have various tools to help us

fulﬁll our work as evangelizers. For example,

brochures on a variety of subjects have been

produced to help us preach to “people of all

sorts.” (1 Cor. 9:22) The enclosed supplement

lists some of these brochures, explains whom

they were designed for, and suggests how the

brochures might be oﬀered.

2 When to Use Brochures: A craftsman will

use a tool whenever it is beneficial. Simi-

larly, we may oﬀer a brochure whenever we

1. How are eﬀective evangelizers like skilled crafts-

men?

2. When may we use brochures in the ministry?

3. Why should we become adept at using our wit-

nessing tools?

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Are You Using These Brochures?

Designed to appeal to those who know little about the Bible,

especially those in non-Christian religions

How to oﬀer it: “We would like to get your opinion on what is stated

here in the Scriptures (or in this holy book). [Read Psalm 37:11, which

is referred to in section 11.] What do you think the earth will be like

when this prophecy is fulﬁlled? [Allow for response.] This is an exam-

ple of the hope and comfort that people of all cultures and faiths can

receive from the Bible.” Read the paragraph at the top of page 3, and

oﬀer the brochure.

You might try this: If you are conducting a Bible study in the Bible

Te a ch book with a person from a non-Christian religion, take a few

minutes at the beginning or end of each study to consider one sec-

tion of this brochure to give him an overview of the Bible.

The Bible

WHAT IS ITS MESSAGE?

Designed to appeal to educated people who know little about

the Bible

How to oﬀer it: Read 2 Timothy 3:16, 17. Then say: “Do you agree with

this, that the Bible is inspired of God? Or do you think that it is sim-

ply a good book? [Allow for response.] Most people have an opinion

on this question, but we have found that few have actually exam-

ined the Bible for themselves. [Read the experience under the title on

page 3.] This interesting brochure outlines good reasons for people of

all backgrounds and faiths to consider what the Bible contains.”

You might try this: If the householder accepts the brochure, say: “One

reason that many people think the Bible has little to oﬀer is because

religion has misrepresented the Bible and its teachings. When I come

back, I’d like to give you an example.” When you return, consider

some of the information from pages 4-5.

Designed to appeal to those with limited education or reading

ability

How to oﬀer it: “Do you think it is possible for us to become friends

of God? [Allow for response. Then read James 2:23.] This brochure has

been designed to help us become God’s friend, as Abraham was.”

You might try this: Either on the initial call or the return visit, dem-

onstrate a Bible study by discussing together all or part of lesson 1.

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Designed to appeal to those who are secular, nonreligious

How to oﬀer it: “We are calling because many people would like to

ﬁnd more satisfaction in life. All of us experience problems that can

bring unhappiness. When we do, we may look for advice from a trust-

ed relative or friend or use the library or the Internet. What have you

found to be a good resource for advice? [Allow for response.] Some

have been surprised to ﬁnd practical advice in the Bible. Here is an

example. [Show the householder chapter 2, and read one of the quot-

ed texts.] This brochure is designed to explain how we can attain a

more satisfying life.”

You might try this: If the householder accepts the brochure, say: “Many

have heard that the Bible is ﬁlled with inaccuracies. When I come

back, I would like to show you an example of the Bible’s scientiﬁc ac-

curacy that may intrigue you.” When you return consider paragraph 4

on page 12.

Designed for Christian youths who are being taught

evolution in school and is also helpful when reasoning with

evolutionists, agnostics, and atheists (This brochure is not

designed to be oﬀered from house-to-house.)

How to use it when speaking to an evolutionist or an atheist: “Virtual-

ly all science textbooks today teach evolution. Do you believe that evo-

lution is a theory, or do you think that it has now been established

as fact? [Allow for response.] To make an informed decision, I’m sure

you will agree that we should examine both sides of a matter. This

brochure presents some of the evidence that has led many to believe

that life was created.”

You might try this: If you go to school, leave the brochure out on your

desk and see if it piques the curiosity of any classmates.

THE ORIGIN OF LIFE

FIVE QUESTIONS WORTH ASKING

Designed to appeal to Hindus

How to oﬀer it: “A well-known Indian prayer says: ‘From delusion lead

me to truth. From darkness lead me to light.’ Do you think it is im-

portant to worship God in love and truth? [Allow for response.] No-

tice what Jesus said about this.” Read John 4:24. Then read paragraph 4

on page 3 and oﬀer the brochure.

You might try this: If the householder accepts the brochure, say: “Some

Hindu sages say that the truth is hidden in our hearts. Others say that

truth is found in sacred scripture. Next time, I would like to discuss a

question raised at the end of paragraph 3 on page 4: ‘Where should

we look to ﬁnd divine truth?’ ”

Designed to appeal to Buddhists

How to oﬀer it to an older person who is a Buddhist: “Perhaps you are

as concerned as I am about the current ﬂood of degraded ideas and

the eﬀect that these are having on our children. Why, do you think,

is there such an increase in immorality among young people? [Allow

for response.] Did you know that this was foretold in a book that start-

ed to be written long before the founding of the Christian, Hindu,

and Muslim religions? [Read 2 Timothy 3:1-3.] Note that these con-

ditions prevail despite continuous learning. [Read verse 7.] The infor-

mation in this publication helped me to understand truths that most

people never learn. Would you like to read it?”

You might try this: On a future return visit, after cultivating the house-

holder’s interest in the Bible, show him the questions on the back cov-

er, and point out the coupon for the Bible Teach book. Explain that

you brought along a copy if he wants to see it. Show him the book’s

table of contents, and consider a paragraph or two in the chapter of

his choosing.

The

Pathway

Peace and

Happiness

Designed to appeal to Hindus

How to oﬀer it: “Many people whom we have talked to are distressed by

the wickedness they see in the world. Do you think that God will one

day rid this world of its problems? [Allow for response.] This prophe-

cy gives hope. [Read Psalm 37:11.] What I just read is from the Bible,

a book that has often been misunderstood and misused. You may be

surprised to know that the Bible is not a Western book; it does not

promote colonialism or the superiority of one race over another. But

it does give us hope that God will soon remove our problems. It also

contains principles that can help us manage our problems right now.

This brochure provides more information.”

You might try this: On a future return visit, after cultivating the house-

holder’s interest in the Bible, show him the pictures on pages 4-5 of

the Bible Teach book. Read at least one of the quoted scriptures and

oﬀer the book.

OUR

PROBLEMS

Who Will Help Us

Solve Them?

Designed to appeal to Jews

How to oﬀer it: “Throughout history humans have experienced much

suﬀering as a result of war. Why, do you think, do we continue to have

wars even though people say they want peace? [Allow for response.]

This prophecy from Isaiah gives hope. [Read Isaiah 2:4.] However, this

raises several questions: When and how will Isaiah’s prophecy be ful-

ﬁlled? Why can we trust the Scriptures to be a reliable source of hope?

This brochure answers these questions.”

You might try this: If the brochure is accepted, refer the householder

to pages 16-17 and say: “Many point to atrocities such as the Holo-

caust and ask, ‘If God exists, why does he permit suﬀering?’ We can

discuss this when I return.”

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