Highlights PSalms 45-51

Highlights of Book PSalms Chapter 45-51
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ChristThe Power of God
ALL ATE AND WERE SATISFIED
11. Why are you convinced that Christ will soon use his power earth wide, and what are you
thus moved to do?
11 When on earth, Jesus worked in a relatively small territory for a limited time of three and a half
years. (Matt. 15:24) As a glorified King, his territory will extend to the four corners of the earth. (Ps.
72:8) Jesus miracles give us confidence in his ability and his desire soon to use his authority for our
good. Though we cannot perform miracles, we can enthusiastically draw peoples attention to Gods
inspired Word. Bible prophecies guarantee better times ahead. As dedicated Witnesses of Jehovah
who possess this precious knowledge about the future, do we not sense that we have a debt toward
others? (Rom. 1:14, 15) May meditating on this move us to tell others the good news of Gods
Kingdom.Ps. 45:1; 49:3.
(Psalm 45:1) My heart is stirred by something good.
I say: My song is about a king.
May my tongue be the stylus of a skilled copyist.
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The Faithful Slave Passes the Test!
Inspection Time Begins!
17. How did faithful anointed Christians enter into the joy of their master?
17 Harvesttime is a joyful time. (Psalm 126:6) It is fitting, then, that when in 1919, Jesus entrusted his
faithful anointed brothers with increased responsibility, he said: You were faithful over a few things. I
will appoint you over many things. Enter into the joy of your master. (Matthew 25:21, 23) Moreover,
the joy of the Master as newly enthroned King of Gods Kingdom surpasses our imagination. (Psalm
45:1,2, 6, 7) The faithful slave class share that joy by representing the King and increasing his
interests on earth. (2 Corinthians 5:20) Their delight is seen in the prophetic words of Isaiah 61:10:
Without fail I shall exult in Jehovah. My soul will be joyful in my God. For he has clothed me with the
garments of salvation.
(Psalm 45:1,2) My heart is stirred by something good.
2 You are the most handsome of the sons of men.
Gracious speech flows from your lips.
That is why God has blessed you forever.
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Our Active Leader Today
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Our Active Leader Today

1, 2. (a) How is Christs kingly activity since 1914 depicted in the Bible? (b) What actions has
Christ undertaken since his enthronement?
CHRIST was enthroned as King of Jehovahs Messianic Kingdom in 1914. How do we imagine him
now in our minds eye? As a contemplative king sitting on his throne, glancing down to earth from time
to time to see how his congregation is faring? If so, we should revise our opinion. The Psalms and the
book of Revelation depict him as an energetic king on horseback, riding forth conquering and to
complete his conquest, continuing to ultimate success.Rev. 6:2; Ps. 2:6-9; 45:1-4.
2 Christs first kingly action after his enthronement was his victory over the dragon and its angels. As
the archangel Michael in command of his angels, Christ hurled Satan and his demons out of the holy
heavens and confined them to the vicinity of the earth. (Rev. 12:7-9) Then, in his role as Jehovahs
messenger of the covenant, Jesus came with his Father to carry out an inspection of the spiritual
temple. (Mal. 3:1) He judged Christendom, the most reprehensible part of Babylon the Great, finding
her guilty of bloodshed and of spiritual adultery with the political system of this world.Rev. 18:2, 3,
24.
(Psalm 45:1-4) My heart is stirred by something good.
3 Strap your sword on your side, O mighty one,
In your dignity and your splendor.
4 And in your splendor go on to victory;
Ride in the cause of truth and humility and righteousness,
And your right hand will accomplish awe-inspiring things.
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They Found the Messiah!
Hail the Messianic King!
20. How was the foretold rulership of the Messiah fulfilled?
20 As foretold, God declared that Jesus is his Son. (Read Psalm 2:7; Matthew 3:17.) Also, crowds
hailed Jesus and the coming Kingdom, and we joyfully speak about him and his blessed rule. (Mark
11:7-10) Christ will soon destroy his foes as he rides in the cause of truth, humility, and
righteousness. (Ps. 2:8, 9; 45:1-6) His kingship will then bring about earth-wide peace and prosperity.
(Ps. 72:1, 3, 12, 16; Isa. 9:6, 7) How privileged we are to proclaim these truths as Witnesses of
Jehovah, whose beloved Son already reigns in heaven as the Messianic King!
(Psalm 45:1-6) My heart is stirred by something good.
3 Strap your sword on your side, O mighty one,
In your dignity and your splendor.
4 And in your splendor go on to victory;
5 Your arrows are sharp, making peoples fall before you;
They pierce the hearts of the kings enemies.
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6 God is your throne forever and ever;
The scepter of your kingdom is a scepter of uprightness.

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I Set the Pattern for You
Love for the Truths He Taught
10. How did Jesus fulfill prophecies regarding the quality of his teaching?
10 Jesus love of his subject would never allow him to teach merely by rote, in a manner that was tired
or mechanical. Inspired prophecies had suggested that the Messiah would speak with charm on his
lips, using words of elegance. (Psalm 45:2; Genesis 49:21) Jesus fulfilled those prophecies by
keeping his message fresh and alive, using winsome words as he taught the truths he so loved.
(Luke 4:22) No doubt his enthusiasm animated his features, and his eyes shone with a lively interest
in his subject. What a pleasure it must have been to listen to him, and what a fine pattern for us to
follow when we talk to others about what we have learned!
(Psalm 45:2) You are the most handsome of the sons of men.
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Hail Christ, the Glorious King!
THE KING RIDES IN THE CAUSE OF TRUTH
11. How does Christ ride in the cause of truth?
11 Read Psalm 45:4. The Warrior-King does not wage a war of conquest in order to occupy territories
and subjugate peoples. He wages a righteous war with noble objectives. He rides in the cause of
truth and humility and righteousness. The greatest truth that must be defended is that of Jehovahs
universal sovereignty. Satan challenged the legitimacy of Jehovahs rulership when he rebelled
against Him. Since then, that fundamental truth has been disputed by both demons and humans. Now
the time has come for Jehovahs anointed King to ride forth to establish the truth of Jehovahs
sovereignty once and for all.
(Psalm 45:4) And in your splendor go on to victory;
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Jesus Set the Pattern of Humility
JESUS WILL RIDE IN THE CAUSE OF TRUTH AND HUMILITY
16. What shows that humility will continue to characterize the activities of Gods Son?
16 Humility will continue to characterize the activities of the Son of God. Foretelling how Jesus will act
against His enemies from an exalted heavenly position, the psalmist sang: In your splendor go on to
success; ride in the cause of truth and humility and righteousness. (Ps. 45:4) Along with truth and
righteousness, Jesus Christ will ride in the cause of humility at Armageddon. And what will happen at
the end of his Thousand Year Reign when the Messianic King has brought to nothing all government
and all authority and power? Will he display humility? Yes, for he will hand over the kingdom to his
God and Father.Read 1 Corinthians 15:24-28.
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You Must Love Jehovah Your God
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HOW WE CAN SHOW OUR LOVE FOR GOD

18. Love for God moves us to do what in connection with the good news?
18 Zealously share the truth of the good news with others. (Gal. 2:5) Our love for God moves us to
speak about the Messianic Kingdom of his dear Son, who will ride in the cause of truth at
Armageddon. (Ps. 45:4; Rev. 16:14, 16) What a joy it is to have a part in making disciples by helping
people to learn about Gods love and his promised new world!Matt. 28:19, 20.
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Hold to the Pattern Jesus Set
A Proper View of Right and Wrong
9. How did Jesus view right and wrong?
9 Despite living for 33 years among imperfect people, Jesus remained without sin. (Hebrews 4:15) In
fact, when prophesying about the Messiah, the psalmist said: You have loved righteousness and you
hate wickedness. (Psalm 45:7; Hebrews 1:9) In this too Christians strive to imitate Jesus. Not only do
they know right from wrong; they hate what is wrong and love what is right. (Amos 5:15) This helps
them to battle against their inborn sinful inclinations.Genesis 8:21; Romans 7:21-25.
(Psalm 45:7) You loved righteousness, and you hated wickedness.
That is why God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of exultation more than your companions.
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Love Righteousness With All Your Heart
Love Righteousness With All Your Heart
1. What will help us to follow the tracks of righteousness?
BY MEANS OF his Word and his holy spirit, Jehovah is leading his people in the tracks of
righteousness. (Ps. 23:3) Since we are imperfect, however, we tend to deviate from that path. To
return to doing what is right calls for determined effort. What will help us to succeed? Like Jesus, we
must love doing what is right.Read Psalm 45:7.
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Do You Hate Lawlessness?
Do You Hate Lawlessness?
2. Followers of Christ should develop a hatred for what?
2 In addition to teaching his disciples about love, however, Jesus taught them what to hate. It was said
with reference to Jesus: You loved righteousness, and you hated lawlessness [wickedness]. (Heb.
1:9; Ps. 45:7) This shows that we must develop not only a love of righteousness but also a hatred of
sin, or lawlessness. It is noteworthy that the apostle John specifically stated: Everyone who practices
sin is also practicing lawlessness, and so sin is lawlessness.1 John 3:4.
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Rejoice Over the Marriage of the Lamb!
HIS GARMENTS ARE PERFUMED
3, 4. (a) What is said of the Bridegrooms wedding garments, and what adds to his joy? (b) Who
are the daughters of kings and the royal consort who share the Bridegrooms joy?
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3 Read Psalm 45:8, 9. The Bridegroom, Jesus Christ, puts on his glorious royal wedding garments.
Fittingly, his attire gives off a delightful fragrance like that of the choicest perfumes, such as myrrh
and cassia, which were among the ingredients of the holy anointing oil used in Israel.Ex. 30:23-25.
4 The heavenly music that fills his palace adds to the joy that the Bridegroom feels as his marriage
approaches. His joy is shared by the royal consort, the heavenly part of Gods organization, which
includes the daughters of kings, that is, the holy angels. What a thrill it is to hear celestial voices
declare: Let us rejoice and be overjoyed . . . because the marriage of the Lamb has arrived!
(Psalm 45:8,9) All your garments are scented with myrrh and aloeswood and cassia;
From the grand ivory palace, stringed instruments make you rejoice.
9 The daughters of kings are among your ladies of honor.
The royal consort has taken her stand at your right hand, adorned in gold of Ophir.
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Highlights From Book Two of Psalms
JEHOVAH IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH
Scriptural Questions Answered:
45:13,14aWho is the kings daughter who will be brought to the king?
She is the daughter of the King of eternity, Jehovah God. (Revelation 15:3) She represents the
glorified congregation of 144,000 Christians, whom Jehovah adopts as his children by anointing them
with his spirit. (Romans 8:16) This daughter of Jehovah, prepared as a bride adorned for her
husband, will be brought to the bridegroomthe Messianic King.Revelation 21:2.
(Psalm 45:13,14a) Inside the palace the kings daughter is absolutely magnificent;
Her clothing is adorned with gold.
14 She will be brought to the king in richly woven garments.
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What Does the Lords Evening Meal Mean to You?
Searching for Other Sheep
9. How was the identity of the great crowd clarified in 1935, and how did this affect some who
had been partaking of the Memorial emblems?
9 In time, Jehovahs organization began to focus attention on others in addition to Christs anointed
followers. A notable development along these lines took place in the mid-1930s. Before then, Gods
people viewed the great crowd of Revelation 7:9 as a secondary spiritual class that would be
associated with the 144,000 resurrected anointed ones in heavenlike bridesmaids or companions of
the bride of Christ. (Psalm 45:14,15; Revelation 7:4; 21:2, 9) But on May 31, 1935, in a discourse
given at a convention of Jehovahs Witnesses in Washington, D.C., U.S.A., it was Scripturally
explained that the great crowd (great multitude, King James Version) refers to the other sheep
who live during the time of the end. (John 10:16) After that convention, some who had previously
partaken of the Memorial emblems stopped partaking because they realized that their hope was
earthly, not heavenly.
(Psalm 45:14,15) She will be brought to the king in richly woven garments.
The virgin companions following her are brought in before you.
15 They will be brought with rejoicing and joy;
They will enter into the kings palace.
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45:14b,15Whom do the virgins represent?
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They are the great crowd of true worshippers, who join and support the anointed remnant. Since they
come out of the great tribulation alive, they will be on earth when the marriage of the Messianic King
is completed in heaven. (Revelation 7:9, 13, 14) On that occasion, they will be filled with rejoicing and
joyfulness.
(Psalm 45:14b,15) The virgin companions following her are brought in before you.
15 They will be brought with rejoicing and joy;
They will enter into the kings palace.
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45:16In what way will there come to be sons in place of the kings forefathers?
When Jesus was born on earth, he had earthly forefathers. They will become his sons when he
resurrects them from the dead during his Thousand Year Reign. Some of them will come to be among
those appointed as princes in all the earth.
(Psalm 45:16) Your sons will take the place of your forefathers.
You will appoint them as princes in all the earth.
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Keep in Step With Jehovahs Organization
Grateful for Spiritual Enlightenment
14. At the international convention in 1950, what was learned about the princes mentioned at
Psalm 45:16?
14 At the 1950 international convention in New York City, the princes of Psalm 45:16 were precisely
identified. It was an electrifying moment when Brother Frederick Franz spoke on this subject and
explained that princes of the new earth were among us. At that convention and at subsequent ones,
there have been numerous flashes of spiritual light. (Psalm 97:11) How grateful we are that our path
is like the bright light that is getting lighter and lighter!
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The Resurrection Hope Has Power
The Resurrection Hope Fulfilled!
19, 20. (a) What individuals of Bible record will be raised to life on earth? (b) To whose
resurrection do you look forward?
19 The resurrection hope has become a glorious reality for anointed ones who have been faithful unto
death. (Romans 8:18; 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18; Revelation 2:10) Survivors of the great tribulation
will see the resurrection hope realized on earth as the sea gives up those dead in it, and death and
Hades give up those dead in them. (Revelation 7:9, 13, 14; 20:13) Among those raised to life on earth
will be Job, who suffered the loss of seven sons and three daughters. Imagine his joy in welcoming
them backand how delighted they will be that they have seven more brothers and three other
beautiful sisters!Job 1:1, 2, 18, 19; 42:12-15.
20 What a blessing it will be when Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebekahyes and so many others,
including all the prophetsare raised to life on earth! (Luke 13:28) One of those prophets was
Daniel, who was promised a resurrection under Messianic rule. For some 2,500 years, Daniel has
rested in the grave, but by the power of the resurrection, he will soon stand up for his lot as one of the
princes in all the earth. (Daniel 12:13; Psalm 45:16) What a thrill it will be to welcome back not only
faithful ones of old but also your own father, mother, son, daughter, or other dear ones taken from you
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by the enemy death!

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Are You Prepared for Survival?
Progressive Adjustments Prepare Us
14. What training program began in 1959?
14 Back in 1950, careful consideration of Psalm 45:16 gave rise to an ongoing training program. That
text reads: In place of your forefathers there will come to be your sons, whom you will appoint as
princes in all the earth. Elders now taking the lead in the congregation are being trained for present
and post-Armageddon theocratic duties. (Revelation 16:14, 16) The Kingdom Ministry School was
started in 1959. At that time, a month-long course of instruction was provided primarily for
congregation servants, as presiding overseers were then called. This school has now been extended
to offer instruction to all overseers and ministerial servants. These brothers, in turn, take the lead in
training individual Witnesses of Jehovah in their respective congregations. Thus, all are assisted
spiritually and are helped to increase the effectiveness of their ministry as proclaimers of the good
news of the Kingdom.Mark 13:10.
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Give Thanks to Jehovah and Be Blessed
Give Thanks to Jehovah and Be Blessed
1. Why is Jehovah worthy of our thanks?
JEHOVAH, the Giver of every good gift and every perfect present, is indeed worthy of our thanks.
(Jas. 1:17) As our loving Shepherd, he tenderly cares for all our physical and spiritual needs. (Ps.
23:1-3) He has proved to be our refuge and strengthespecially in times of distress! (Ps. 46:1)
Surely we have many reasons to agree wholeheartedly with the psalmist who wrote: Give thanks to
Jehovah, for he is good; his loyal love endures forever.Ps. 106:1.
(Psalm 46:1) God is our refuge and strength,
A help that is readily found in times of distress.
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Trust in Jehovah Completely in Times of Distress
When a Job Is Lost or Income Is Meager
3. What economic pressures do Jehovahs servants face in these critical times, and how do
we know that God is willing to help us?
3 In these critical times, we as Christians face the same economic pressures that other people do. (2
Timothy 3:1) Hence, we may suddenly find ourselves laid off our job. Or we may have little choice but
to work long hours for meager wages. Under such circumstances, we might find it difficult to provide
for those who are our own. (1 Timothy 5:8) Is the Most High God willing to help us at such times?
Most definitely! Of course, Jehovah does not shield us from all the hardships of life in this system of
things. If we trust in him, however, the words of Psalm 46:1 will prove true in our case: God is for us
a refuge and strength, a help that is readily to be found during distresses. How, though, can we show
that we trust in Jehovah completely in times of financial distress?
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Follow Me Continually
Showing Love for Truths We Teach
7, 8. What are some ways in which we can show others that we love the truths we have learned
from the Bible? Give an example.
7 As we teach others, how can we show that we love the truths we have learned from Gods Word?
Following Jesus example, we rely heavily on the Bible in our preaching and teaching. In recent times,
Gods people around the world have been encouraged to make greater use of the Bible in their public
ministry. As you apply that suggestion, seek ways to let the householder know that you yourself value
what you are sharing from the Bible.Matthew 13:52.
8 For example, in the wake of last years terrorist attack in New York City, one Christian sister was
sharing Psalm 46:1, 11 with the people she met in her ministry. She first asked people how they were
coping in the aftermath of the tragedy. She listened carefully to their response, acknowledged it, then
said: May I share a scripture with you that has really comforted me during this difficult time? Very few
refused, and many excellent discussions resulted. In talking with young people, the same sister often
says: I have been teaching the Bible for 50 years now, and do you know what? I have never come
across a single problem that this book cant help to solve. By using a sincere, enthusiastic approach,
we show people that we value and love what we have learned from Gods Word.Psalm 119:97, 105.
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Jehovah Hears Our Cries for Help
Rely on Jehovahs Help
7. What support is assured for us?
7 We can certainly be assured that Jehovah is willing and able to assist us when we are afflicted with
distresses. God is for us a refuge and strength, a help that is readily to be found during distresses.
(Ps. 34:15-18; 46:1) How does God provide that help? Consider what 1 Corinthians 10:13 says: God
is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear, but along with the temptation
he will also make the way out in order for you to be able to endure it. Jehovah may maneuver matters
to remove our adversity, or he may give us the strength we need to endure it. Either way, we are
helped.
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Help Others Walk Worthily of Jehovah
Be Specific in Prayer
14. How are specific prayers related to helping others?
14 The possibilities abound for you to include in your personal prayers individuals you know who need
Jehovahs support, consolation, wisdom, and holy spirit, or any of its resulting fruits. Because of
distance or other circumstances, you may feel limited in what material or direct help you can provide.
But do not forget to pray for your brothers and sisters. You know that they want to walk worthily of
Jehovah, yet they may truly need help to do that lastingly. A key to helping is your prayers.Psalm
18:2; 20:1, 2; 34:15; 46:1; 121:1-3.
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Meeting Todays Adversities With Courage

REASONS FOR DISPLAYING COURAGE
15. Give examples of the conviction of Gods servants, and explain how we can have similar
courage.
15 Note some expressions of the strong conviction of Gods servants. David said: Jehovah is my
strength and my shield. In him my heart has trusted, and I have been helped, so that my heart exults.
(Ps. 28:7) Paul expressed his unwavering confidence, saying: In all these things we are coming off
completely victorious through him that loved us. (Rom. 8:37) Likewise, as danger loomed, Jesus left
no doubt in his listeners minds that he had a strong relationship with God, saying: I am not alone,
because the Father is with me. (John 16:32) What is evident in these expressions? Each reveals
unwavering trust in Jehovah. Our developing similar confidence in God can give us the courage to
face any of todays adversities.Read Psalm 46:1-3.
(Psalm 46:1-3) God is our refuge and strength,
2 That is why we will not fear, though the earth undergoes change,
Though the mountains topple into the depths of the sea,
3 Though its waters roar and foam over,
Though the mountains rock on account of its turbulence. (Selah)
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Lessons for Us:
46:1-3. Whatever calamity may confront us, we must have unwavering confidence that God is for us
a refuge and strength.
(Psalm 46:1-3) God is our refuge and strength,
2 That is why we will not fear, though the earth undergoes change,
Though the mountains topple into the depths of the sea,
3 Though its waters roar and foam over,
Though the mountains rock on account of its turbulence. (Selah)
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Deliverance by Gods Kingdom Is at Hand!
Deliverance by Gods Kingdom Is at Hand!
3, 4. What will be the result when Gods will is done on earth?
3 What will happen to mankind when Gods will is done on earth? Jehovah will wipe out every tear
from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore.
(Rev. 21:4) People will not get sick or die because of inherited sin and imperfection. The dead in
Gods memory will have the opportunity to live forever, for the Bible promises: There is going to be a
resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous. (Acts 24:15) There will be no more war,
illness, or hunger, and the earth will be transformed into a paradise. Even animals that are now
dangerous will be at peace with humans and with one another.Ps. 46:9; 72:16; Isa. 11:6-9; 33:24;
Luke 23:43.
4 With such marvelous blessings resulting from Kingdom rule, it is no wonder that Bible prophecy
speaks of life at that time in these comforting words: The meek ones themselves will possess the
earth, and they will indeed find their exquisite delight in the abundance of peace. But what about
those who cause trouble? The Scriptures foretell: Just a little while longer, and the wicked one will be
no more. However, those hoping in Jehovah are the ones that will possess the earth.Ps. 37:9-11.
a refuge and strength.
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(Psalm 46:9) He is bringing an end to wars throughout the earth.

He breaks the bow and shatters the spear;
He burns the military wagons with fire.
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The Joys of Walking in Integrity
Blessings That Make Us Rich Now
9, 10. How does our outlook for the future differ from that of the world?
9 Assurance that world problems will soon be solved. Despite scientific and technological know-how
and the sincere efforts of certain leaders, serious problems of present-day life remain unsolved. Klaus
Schwab, founder of the World Economic Forum, recently noted that the list of challenges facing the
world grows ever longer and the time to address them grows shorter. He spoke of dangers that
transcend national boundaries like terrorism, environmental degradation and financial instability.
Schwab concluded: Now, more than ever, the world is faced with realities that call for collective and
decisive action. As the 21st century moves forward, the overall outlook for mankinds future remains
bleak.
10 How gratifying to know that Jehovah has instituted an arrangement that is capable of solving all of
mankinds problemsthe Messianic Kingdom of God! By means of it, the true God will make wars to
cease and bring about abundant peace. (Psalm 46:9; 72:7) The anointed King, Jesus Christ, will
deliver the poor one, the afflicted one, and the lowly one from oppression and from violence. (Psalm
72:12-14) Under Kingdom rule, there will be no food shortage. (Psalm 72:16) Jehovah will wipe out
every tear from [our] eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be
anymore. The former things have passed away. (Revelation 21:4) The Kingdom has already been
established in heaven and will shortly take the necessary action to affect every affair on the earth.
Daniel 2:44; Revelation 11:15.
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The Scene of This World Is Changing
The Best Is Yet to Come!
18, 19. What changes are you looking forward to in the new world, and why will it have been
worth the wait?
18 Jehovah will soon ring down the curtain on Satan and his supporters. Thereafter, with Gods
blessing, faithful survivors of the end of this system will begin to work on scene changes that will
endure forever. War will no longer mar the scene; God will make wars to cease to the extremity of the
earth. (Psalm 46:9) In place of food shortages, there will come to be plenty of grain on the earth; . . .
there will be an overflow. (Psalm 72:16) Gone will be prisons, police stations, sexually transmitted
diseases, drug czars, divorce courts, bankruptcy proceedings, and terrorism.Psalm 37:29; Isaiah
33:24; Revelation 21:3-5.
19 The memorial tombs will be emptied, and billions of resurrected onesmore playerswill come
into view. What joy there will be as one generation is reunited with another and when long-separated
loved ones hug one another in a warm, heartfelt embrace! Eventually, everyone living will worship
Jehovah. (Revelation 5:13) When the changes are complete, the curtain will rise upon an earth-wide
paradise. How will you feel as you survey the scene? No doubt you will be moved to exclaim, I waited
a long time for this, but it has been well worth the wait!
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All True Christians Are Evangelizers
All True Christians Are Evangelizers
1. What good news do people need to hear, and how have Jehovahs Witnesses been
exemplary in spreading such news?
IN A world where disasters happen daily, it is truly comforting to know that as the Bible proclaims, war,
crime, hunger, and oppression will soon end. (Psalm 46:9; 72:3, 7, 8, 12, 16) Indeed, is this not good
news that everyone needs to hear? Jehovahs Witnesses think so. They are known everywhere as
ones who preach good news of something better. (Isaiah 52:7) True, many Witnesses have suffered
persecution for their determination to tell the good news. But they have the best interests of people at
heart. And what a record of zeal and perseverance the Witnesses have built up!
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Love the God Who Loves You
Cultivating Love for God
19. What promises of Jehovah draw us to him?
19 We are also drawn to Jehovah when we consider what he has in store for humankind. He has
promised to bring an end to sickness, sorrow, and death. (Revelation 21:3, 4) Once mankind is
brought to perfection, no one will suffer depression, discouragement, or tragedy. Hunger, poverty, and
war will be no more. (Psalm 46:9; 72:16) The earth will be transformed into a paradise. (Luke 23:43)
Jehovah will bring these blessings, not because he has to, but because he loves us.
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Bringing Good News of Something Better
News That Everyone Needs to Hear
3. (a) What good news does the Bible proclaim? (b) Why do you value the good news of the
Kingdom?
3 In such a gloomy world, can better news be found? Indeed it can! It is comforting to know that the
Bible proclaims good news. It is the news that sickness, hunger, crime, war, and all sorts of
oppression will be brought to an end by Gods Kingdom. (Psalm 46:9; 72:12) Is that not news that
everyone needs to hear? Jehovahs Witnesses certainly think so. Therefore, they are known
everywhere for their ongoing effort to share the good news of Gods Kingdom with people of all
nations.Matthew 24:14.
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Good News for People of All Nations
Confronted by Gods Spirit
20. What lesson can we learn from the account of Sauls persecution of David?
20 This account of Saul and David contains a strengthening lesson: Persecutors of Gods servants
cannot succeed when opposed by Gods spirit. (Psalm 46:11; 125:2) Jehovah purposed that David
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would be king over Israel. No one could change that. For our day, Jehovah has determined that the
good news of the kingdom will be preached. No one can stop that from taking place.Acts 5:40, 42.
(Psalm 46:11) Jehovah of armies is with us;
The God of Jacob is a secure refuge for us. (Selah)
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Carry On as Kingdom Citizens!
REQUIREMENTS FOR CITIZENSHIP
5. Why should we learn all we can about the history of Jehovahs organization?
5 Study history. A person desiring to become a citizen of a human government might have to learn
something about that governments history. Likewise, those desiring to be Kingdom citizens do well to
learn all they can about Gods Kingdom. Consider the example set by the sons of Korah, who served
in ancient Israel. They took great delight in Jerusalem and its place of worship and in recounting the
citys history. It was not the stones and mortar that impressed them most but what the city and that
place of worship represented. Jerusalem was the town of the grand King, Jehovah, for it was the
center of pure worship. It was there that Jehovahs Law was taught. It was to the people ruled by the
King of Jerusalem that Jehovah expressed his loving-kindness. (Read Psalm 48:1,2, 9, 12, 13.) Like
them, do you have a desire to study and recount the history of the earthly part of Jehovahs
organization? The more you learn about Gods organization and how Jehovah supports his people,
the more real Gods Kingdom will be to you. Your desire to preach the good news of the Kingdom will
naturally intensify.Jer. 9:24; Luke 4:43.
(Psalm 48:1,2) Jehovah is great and most worthy of praise
In the city of our God, in his holy mountain.
2 Beautiful in its loftiness, the joy of the whole earth,
Is Mount Zion in the far north,
The city of the Grand King.
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Work to Enhance the Spiritual Paradise
JEHOVAHS ORGANIZATION IS BEING MADE MORE BEAUTIFUL
13. What obligation does Psalm 48:12-14 place on us?
13 Regardless of how long we have been in the truth, we must tell others about Jehovahs
organization. The existence of a spiritual paradise in the midst of a wicked, corrupt, and loveless world
is a modern-day miracle! The wonders about Jehovahs organization, or Zion, and the truth about the
spiritual paradise must be joyfully passed on to future generations.Read Psalm 48:12-14.
(Psalm 48:12-14) March around Zion; go all around it;
Count its towers.
13 Set your hearts upon its ramparts.
Inspect its fortified towers,
So that you may tell about it to future generations.
14 For this God is our God forever and ever.
He will guide us forevermore.
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Seek Gods Guidance in All Things

When Do We Need Guidance?
6, 7. When do we need Jehovahs guidance?
6 Really, we need Gods guidance throughout our lives, from youth to old age. The psalmist said: This
God is our God to time indefinite, even forever. He himself will guide us until we die. (Ps. 48:14) Like
the psalmist, wise Christians never cease to look to God for guidance.
7 There are, of course, times when we feel an especially urgent need for help. Sometimes we find
ourselves in sore straits, perhaps facing persecution, a severe illness, or sudden unemployment.
(Ps. 69:16, 17) At such times, it is comforting to turn to Jehovah, confident that he will strengthen us to
endure and guide us to make good decisions. (Read Psalm 102:17.) However, we also need his help
on other occasions. For example, when we set out to speak with our neighbors about the good news
of the Kingdom, we need Jehovahs guidance if our witnessing is to be effective. And whenever we
have a decision to makebe it about recreation, dress and grooming, association, employment,
education, or anything elsewe act wisely only if we follow Jehovahs guidelines. In truth, there is no
end to the situations in which we need guidance.
(Psalm 48:14) For this God is our God forever and ever.
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Jehovah Tenderly Cares for His Elderly Servants
Jehovah Really Cares
19. Why can faithful elderly Christians view the future with confidence?
19 Advancing age may change a Christians activities somewhat, but time does not diminish
Jehovahs love for his loyal older servants. On the contrary, all of these faithful Christians are precious
in his eyes, and he will never leave them. (Ps. 37:28; Isa. 46:4) Jehovah will sustain and guide them
throughout old age.Ps. 48:14.
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Be Yielding, Be Balanced
Be Yielding, Be Balanced
1, 2. What do the Scriptures say about being yielding, and why is this fitting?
JEHOVAH, our loving heavenly Father, is infinitely wise. As his creatures, we look to him for guidance
in our lives. (Ps. 48:14) The Christian disciple James tells us that the wisdom from above is first of all
chaste, then peaceable, reasonable [yielding, ftn.], ready to obey, full of mercy and good fruits, not
making partial distinctions, not hypocritical.Jas. 3:17.
2 Let your reasonableness [yielding(ness), Kingdom Interlinear] become known to all men, exhorts
the apostle Paul.*The apostle Paul used a word that is difficult to render with a single English word.
One reference work notes: Involved is the willingness to yield ones personal rights and to show
consideration and gentleness to others. So the word has the sense of being yielding and reasonable,
not insisting on carrying out the letter of the law or demanding ones rights. (Phil. 4:5) Christ Jesus is
Lord and Head of the Christian congregation. (Eph. 5:23) How important it is for each of us to act in a
reasonable way, yielding to Christs direction and being yielding in our dealings with other humans!
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Go and Make Disciples, Baptizing Them
The Motivation Behind the Decision
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18, 19. (a) What public statement do we make by means of our baptism? (b) What will be
considered in the following article?
18 Without a doubt, baptism opens up the way to many blessings, but it is not a step to be taken
lightly. (Luke 14:26-33) It expresses a resolve that takes priority over every other responsibility. (Luke
9:62) When we get baptized, we are really making the public statement: This God is our God to time
indefinite, even forever. He himself will guide us until we die.Psalm 48:14.
19 The following article will examine further questions that may arise in connection with water baptism.
Might there be valid reasons for a person to hold back from getting baptized? Should age be a factor?
How can all contribute to the dignity of the occasion of baptism?
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Teach Them to Observe All the Things I Have Commanded You
Teaching Them to Observe All the Things
4. (a) What does it mean to observe a command? (b) Illustrate how we teach someone to
observe Christs commands.
4 To observe a command means to conform ones action to a commandto obey, or keep, it. How,
then, do we teach someone to observe, or obey, the things that Christ commanded? Well, think of the
way a driving instructor teaches his students to observe the traffic laws. The instructor may teach his
students the rules of the road while in a classroom. However, to teach his students how to obey those
rules, he has to guide the students as they actually drive in traffic and struggle to put into practice what
they have learned. Likewise, when we study the Bible with people, we teach them Christs
commandments. However, we also need to guide the students as they endeavor to apply Christs
instructions in their daily lives and in the ministry. (John 14:15; 1 John 2:3) Thus, fully carrying out
Christs command to make disciples requires that we be both teachers and guides. In that way, we
imitate the example set by Jesus and by Jehovah himself.Psalm 48:14; Revelation 7:17.
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Meeting the Requirements for Christian Baptism
A Solemn Agreement
5, 6. (a) How did Gods people in the past respond to Jehovahs love? (b) What close
relationship with God can we enjoy once we are baptized?
5 After delivering the Israelites from Egypt, Jehovah offered to accept them as his special property,
to love and protect them and to constitute them a holy nation. To receive such blessings, however,
the people had to respond to Gods love in a concrete way. This they did by agreeing to do all that
Jehovah had spoken and entering into a covenant with him. (Exodus 19:4-9) In the first century,
Jesus commanded his followers to make disciples of people of all nations, and those who embraced
his teaching were baptized. A good relationship with God depended on faith in Jesus Christ followed
by baptism.Matthew 28:19, 20; Acts 2:38, 41.
6 These Scriptural accounts show that Jehovah blesses those who make and keep a solemn
agreement to serve him. For Christians, dedication and baptism are necessary steps that lead to
Jehovahs blessing. We are resolved to follow his ways and seek his guidance. (Psalm 48:14)
Jehovah, in turn, figuratively grasps us by the hand and leads us in the way in which we should
walk.Psalm 73:23; Isaiah 30:21; 41:10, 13.
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How Firm Is Your Trust in God?
Cultivate the Right Viewpoint
16, 17. (a) Why is modesty important if we are to trust in Jehovah? (b) Why should we cultivate
confidence in Gods promises?
16 Modesty: The Bible says: Trust in Jehovah with all your heart and do not lean upon your own
understanding. In all your ways take notice of him, and he himself will make your paths straight. Do
not become wise in your own eyes. (Proverbs 3:5-7) Sometimes, a certain course might seem
practical from a secular point of view. (Jeremiah 17:9) Still, a sincere Christian looks to Jehovah for
guidance. (Psalm 48:14) In all his waysin congregation matters, education or secular work,
relaxation, or anything elsehe modestly seeks Jehovahs counsel.Psalm 73:24.
17 Confidence in Jehovahs promises: Paul said: He that approaches God must believe that he is and
that he becomes the rewarder of those earnestly seeking him. (Hebrews 11:6) If we doubt that
Jehovah will fulfill his promises, it might seem logical to use this world to the full. (1 Corinthians 7:31)
On the other hand, if our belief is strong, we will be determined to seek the Kingdom first. How can a
strong belief be developed? By drawing close to Jehovah in constant, heartfelt prayer and through
regular personal study. (Psalm 1:1-3; Philippians 4:6, 7; James 4:8) Like King David, we can pray: In
you I have put my trust, O Jehovah. I have said: You are my God. How abundant your goodness
is!Psalm 31:14, 19.
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Remain in My Word
Heart Condition and Meaningful Reflection
7. What activity is closely associated with a good heart?
7 Note with what activity the Bible repeatedly associates a fine and good heart. The heart of the
righteous one meditates so as to answer. (Proverbs 15:28) Let the sayings of my mouth and the
meditation of my heart become pleasurable before you, O Jehovah. (Psalm 19:14) The meditation of
my heart will be of things of understanding.Psalm 49:3.
(Psalm 49:3) My own mouth will speak wisdom,
And the meditation of my heart will show understanding.
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Guard Against Every Sort of Covetousness
A Life of Abundance
15. Why do many put their trust in material possessions?
15 Jesus words point out how easy it is for people to have a warped or distorted view of life. Whether
rich or poor, all humans are imperfect and have but one eventuality. Moses of old observed: In
themselves the days of our years are seventy years; and if because of special mightiness they are
eighty years, yet their insistence is on trouble and hurtful things; for it must quickly pass by, and away
we fly. (Psalm 90:10; Job 14:1, 2; 1 Peter 1:24) For this reason, people who have not cultivated a
good relationship with God often adopt the let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we are to die mentality,
referred to by the apostle Paul. (1 Corinthians 15:32) Others, sensing that life is fleeting and uncertain,
try to find security and permanence in material possessions. Perhaps they feel that having many
physical, tangible material things will somehow make life more secure. Thus, they labor incessantly to
amass wealth and possessions, mistakenly equating such things with security and happiness.
Psalm 49:6, 11, 12.
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(Psalm 49:6) Those who are trusting in their wealth

And who boast about their great riches,
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Why We Observe the Lords Evening Meal
WHY WE COMMEMORATE JESUS DEATH
4. Jesus death made what possible for us?
4 As Adams descendants, we inherited sin and death. (Rom. 5:12) No imperfect human can give God
a ransom for his life or that of others. (Ps. 49:6-9) By his death, however, Jesus paid the only
acceptable ransom pricehis perfect body and shed blood. By presenting to God the value of the
ransom, Jesus made it possible for us to be delivered from sin and death and to receive the gift of
eternal life.Rom. 6:23; 1 Cor. 15:21, 22.
(Psalm 49:6-9) Those who are trusting in their wealth
7 None of them can ever redeem a brother
Or give to God a ransom for him,
8 (The ransom price for their life is so precious
That it is always beyond their reach);
9 That he should live forever and not see the pit.
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Jehovah Shows Us How to Count Our Days
Jehovah Is Always There for Us
10. How does God make man go back to crushed matter?
10 Man is mortal, and God makes him go back to crushed matter. That is, man returns to dust, as
crushed, or pulverized, earth. In effect, Jehovah says: Go back to the dust of the ground from which
you were made. (Genesis 2:7; 3:19) This applies to allstrong or weak, rich or poorfor no imperfect
human can by any means redeem even a brother, nor give to God a ransom for him, that he should
live forever. (Psalm 49:6-9) But how thankful we are that God gave his only-begotten Son, so that
everyone exercising faith in him might have everlasting life!John 3:16; Romans 6:23.
(Psalm 49:6-9) Those who are trusting in their wealth
7 None of them can ever redeem a brother
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Jehovahs ServantPierced for Our Transgression
Pierced for Our Transgression
8, 9. (a) How was Jesus pierced for our transgression? (b) How did Peter confirm this?
8 Read Isaiah 53:6. Like lost sheep, sinful humans have wandered about, seeking deliverance from
the sickness and death inherited from Adam. (1 Pet. 2:25) Being imperfect, not one of Adams
descendants could buy back what Adam had forfeited. (Ps. 49:7) In his great love, however, Jehovah
himself has caused the error of us all to meet up with that one, his dear Son and chosen Servant. By
consenting to be pierced for our transgression and crushed for our errors, Christ carried our sins
upon the stake and died in our place.
9 The apostle Peter wrote: To this course you were called, because even Christ suffered for you,
leaving you a model for you to follow his steps closely. He himself bore our sins in his own body upon
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the stake, in order that we might be done with sins and live to righteousness. Then, quoting from
Isaiahs prophecy, Peter added: And by his stripes you were healed. (1 Pet. 2:21, 24; Isa. 53:5) This
opened the way for sinners to become reconciled to God, as Peter further stated: Christ died once for
all time concerning sins, a righteous person for unrighteous ones, that he might lead you to God.1
Pet. 3:18.
(Psalm 49:7) None of them can ever redeem a brother
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Grateful Recipients of Gods Undeserved Kindness
UNDESERVED KINDNESS EXPRESSED IN VARIOUS WAYS
15. Thanks to Gods undeserved kindness, what hope do we have?
15 Having the prospect of everlasting life. As sinners, on our own we would have no hope. (Read
Psalm 49:7,8.) But Jehovah provides us with a wonderful hope. Jesus promised his followers: This is
the will of my Father, that everyone who recognizes the Son and exercises faith in him should have
everlasting life. (John 6:40) Yes, the hope of eternal life is a gift, a wonderful expression of Gods
undeserved kindness. Paul, who certainly appreciated that fact, said: The undeserved kindness of
God has been manifested, bringing salvation to all sorts of people.Titus 2:11.
(Psalm 49:7,8) None of them can ever redeem a brother
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Live in Harmony With the Model PrayerPart II
FORGIVE US OUR DEBTS
10. On what basis can Jehovah forgive our sins, and how should we feel about that?
10 Our daily need for forgiveness highlights the only legal basis on which God can cancel our sins
Jesus ransom sacrifice. Though this ransom was paid nearly 2,000 years ago, we should cherish it as
if it were a gift given today. The ransom price for our lives is so precious that nothing any imperfect
human could do for us would come near to paying it. (Read Psalm 49:7-9; 1 Peter 1:18, 19.) Indeed,
we should never cease to thank Jehovah for this great gift. Also, the expression our sins, not my
sins, should remind us that all in our family of worshippers need this merciful provision. Clearly,
Jehovah wants us to be concerned not only about our own spiritual welfare but also about that of
others, including those who might have sinned against us. Usually, such sins are minor and give us an
opportunity to show that we truly love our brothers and are willing to forgive, as God has mercifully
forgiven us.Col. 3:13.
(Psalm 49:7-9) None of them can ever redeem a brother
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Take Exquisite Delight in Jehovah
Do Not Be Envious
5. Why are evildoers likened to grass?
5 The psalmist answers: For like grass they will speedily wither, and like green new grass they will
fade away. (Psalm 37:2) Green new grass may look pretty, but the blades soon shrivel and die.
Likewise with evildoers. Their apparent prosperity is not permanent. When they die, their ill-gotten
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gains help them no more. Justice finally catches up with everyone. The wages sin pays is death,
wrote Paul. (Romans 6:23) Evildoers and all who are unrighteous will finally receive their wages and
no more. What a profitless way of life!Psalm 37:35, 36; 49:16, 17.
(Psalm 49:16,17) Do not be afraid because a man becomes rich,
Because the splendor of his house increases,
17 For when he dies he can take nothing with him;
His splendor will not go down with him.
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Jehovah Will Not Delay
The Second Woe
12. What is the second woe recorded by Habakkuk, and how can we be sure that dishonest
riches will be of no avail?
12 The second woe, recorded at Habakkuk 2:9-11, falls on the one that is making evil gain for his
house, in order to set his nest on the height, so as to be delivered from the grasp of what is
calamitous! Dishonest gain will be of no avail, as the psalmist makes clear: Do not be afraid because
some man gains riches, because the glory of his house increases, for at his death he cannot take
along anything at all; his glory will not go down along with him himself. (Psalm 49:16, 17) Noteworthy,
then, is Pauls wise advice: Give orders to those who are rich in the present system of things not to be
high-minded, and to rest their hope, not on uncertain riches, but on God, who furnishes us all things
richly for our enjoyment.1 Timothy 6:17.
(Psalm 49:16,17) Do not be afraid because a man becomes rich,
Because the splendor of his house increases,
17 For when he dies he can take nothing with him;
His splendor will not go down with him.
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50:2Why is Jerusalem called the perfection of prettiness?
This was not because of the citys appearance. Rather, it was because Jehovah used it and bestowed
splendor upon it by making it the site for his temple and the capital of his anointed kings.
(Psalm 50:2) Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines forth.
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Draw Close to God
Express Your Love for Jehovah
16. By giving to Jehovah, what can we never accomplish, yet what may we always succeed in
doing?
16 Of course, expressing our love for Jehovah involves far more than refraining from what is bad.
Love also moves us to do what is right. For instance, how do we respond to Jehovahs overwhelming
generosity? James wrote: Every good gift and every perfect present is from above, for it comes down
from the Father of the celestial lights. (James 1:17) Granted, when we give to Jehovah of our
possessions, we do not enrich him. He already owns all the goods and resources there are. (Psalm
50:12) And when we give to Jehovah of our time and energy, we are not filling a need that he cannot
otherwise meet. Even if we were to refuse to preach the good news of Gods Kingdom, he could cause
the stones to cry out! Why, then, give to Jehovah of our resources, time, and energy? Above all,
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because we thereby express our love for him with our whole heart, soul, mind, and strength.Mark
12:29, 30.
(Psalm 50:12) If I were hungry, I would not tell you,
For the productive land and everything in it is mine.
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Go and Make Disciples
Convincing Reasons and Proper Motives
7, 8. (a) What are some Scriptural reasons for Kingdom preaching and disciple making? (b)
What scripture especially motivates you to continue with the preaching work? (See also
footnote.)
7 Because we recognize Christs authority, we have a part in the Kingdom-preaching and disciplemaking work. What other Scriptural reasons for doing that work can we share with those whom we
wish to move to fine works? Consider the following observations made by several faithful Witnesses
from different lands, and note how the cited scriptures support their comments.
8 Roy, baptized in 1951: When I dedicated myself to Jehovah, I promised to serve him always. I want
to keep my word. (Psalm 50:14; Matthew 5:37) Heather, baptized in 1962: When I think of all that
Jehovah has done for me, I want to show him my gratitude by faithfully serving him. (Psalm 9:1, 9-11;
Colossians 3:15) Hannelore, baptized in 1954: Each time we are in the ministry, we are supported by
angelswhat a privilege! (Acts 10:30-33; Revelation 14:6, 7) Honor, baptized in 1969: When
Jehovahs time of judgment comes, I do not want anyone in my neighborhood to be able to charge
Jehovah and his Witnesses with negligence and say, I never received a warning! (Ezekiel 2:5; 3:1719; Romans 10:16, 18) Claudio, baptized in 1974: When we are preaching, we are under Gods view
and in company with Christ. Imagine! While we are in the ministry, we enjoy the company of our best
Friends.2 Corinthians 2:17.* Further reasons for preaching are found at Proverbs 10:5; Amos 3:8;
Matthew 24:42; Mark 12:17; Romans 1:14, 15.
(Psalm 50:14) Offer thanksgiving as your sacrifice to God,
And pay your vows to the Most High;
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Find Joy in Your Marriage
Yielding to Jehovahs Direction
5. How do Jehovah and married Christians view marriage vows?
5 Marriage vows are sacred in Gods eyes. In reference to the first marriage, Gods own Son, Jesus,
stated: What God has yoked together let no man put apart. (Matt. 19:6) The psalmist reminds us of
the seriousness of vows: Offer thanksgiving as your sacrifice to God, and pay to the Most High your
vows. (Ps. 50:14) Although great joy can lie ahead for a married couple, the vows exchanged on the
wedding day are serious and bring responsibility.Deut. 23:21.
(Psalm 50:14) Offer thanksgiving as your sacrifice to God,
And pay your vows to the Most High;
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Jehovah Gives Holy Spirit to Those Asking Him
What Moves Us to Pray With Confidence?
12. How does the illustration of the father hearing his sons request highlight Jehovahs
willingness to respond to our prayers?
12 With this example of a father responding to his son, Jesus reveals how Jehovah feels about those
who turn to him in prayer. (Luke 10:22) First, note the contrast. Unlike the man in the first illustration
who was reluctant to respond to a call for help, Jehovah is like a caring human parent, who is eager to
respond to a request from his child. (Psalm 50:15) Jesus further reveals Jehovahs willing disposition
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toward us by reasoning from the lesser to the greater. He says that if a human father, though being
wicked because of inherited sinfulness, gives a good gift to his son, how much more so can we
expect that our heavenly Father, being benevolent, will give holy spirit to his family of worshippers!
James 1:17.
(Psalm 50:15) Call on me in the time of distress.
I will rescue you, and you will glorify me.
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Hated Without Cause
Bearing Up Under Reproach
14. How can fervent prayer strengthen us to remain faithful?
14 If our disquieting thoughts become many inside of us, we can turn to Jehovah in fervent prayer,
and he will console and strengthen us. (Psalm 50:15; 94:19) He will give us the wisdom we need to
cope with the trial and help us to keep in focus the great issue, Jehovahs sovereignty, that is behind
the unjustified hatred brought against his servants. (James 1:5) Jehovah can also grant us the peace
of God that excels all thought. (Philippians 4:6, 7) This God-given tranquillity enables us to remain
calm and resolute in the face of extreme pressure, not yielding to doubt or fear. By means of his spirit,
Jehovah can sustain us through whatever he permits to come upon us.1 Corinthians 10:13.
(Psalm 50:15) Call on me in the time of distress.
I will rescue you, and you will glorify me.
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Do Not Allow Place for the Devil
Stand Firm Against the Chief Liar
10, 11. What must we do in order to stand firm against the chief liar, Satan?
10 The Devil is a liar. When he speaks the lie, said Jesus, he speaks according to his own
disposition, because he is a liar and the father of the lie. (John 8:44) Satan lied to Eve, whereas
Jesus came into the world to bear witness to the truth. (John 18:37) If we are to stand firm against the
Devil as followers of Christ, we cannot resort to lies and deception. We must speak truthfully.
(Zechariah 8:16; Ephesians 4:25) Jehovah the God of truth blesses only his truthful Witnesses. The
wicked have no right to represent him.Psalm 31:5; 50:16; Isaiah 43:10.
11 If we cherish our spiritual freedom from satanic lies, we will cling to Christianity, the way of the
truth. (2 Peter 2:2; John 8:32) The whole body of Christian teachings constitutes the truth of the good
news. (Galatians 2:5, 14) Our very salvation depends on our walking in the truthadhering to it and
standing firm against the father of the lie.3 John 3, 4, 8.
(Psalm 50:16) But God will say to the wicked:
What right do you have to relate my regulations
Or to speak about my covenant?
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Lessons for Us:
50:16-19. Anyone speaking deception and practicing vile things has no right to represent God.
(Psalm 50:16-19) But God will say to the wicked:
What right do you have to relate my regulations
Or to speak about my covenant?
17 For you hate discipline,
And you keep turning your back on my words.
18 When you see a thief, you approve of him,
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And you keep company with adulterers.

19 You use your mouth to spread what is bad,
And deception is attached to your tongue.
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Lessons for Us:
50:20. Rather than eagerly publicizing the faults of others, we should overlook them.Colossians
3:13.
(Psalm 50:20) You sit and speak against your own brother;
You reveal the faults of your own mothers son.
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Who Has Come to Know the Mind of Jehovah?
Beware of a Wrong Tendency
4, 5. (a) What wrong tendency do we need to avoid? Explain. (b) The Israelites fell into what
wrong way of thinking?
4 As we meditate on Jehovahs activities, we need to avoid the tendency to judge God by human
standards. This tendency is alluded to in Jehovahs words as recorded at Psalm 50:21: You imagined
that I would positively become like you. It is as one Bible scholar stated over 175 years ago: Men are
apt to judge of God by themselves, and to suppose him restricted by such laws as they deem proper
for their own observance.
5 We need to be careful not to shape our concept of Jehovah so as to conform it to our own standards
and desires. Why is this important? Well, as we study the Scriptures, some of Jehovahs actions may
seem to be not quite right from our limited, imperfect viewpoint. The ancient Israelites fell into that way
of thinking and drew a wrong conclusion concerning Jehovahs dealings with them. Notice what
Jehovah said to them: You people will certainly say: The way of Jehovah is not adjusted right. Hear,
please, O house of Israel. Is not my own way adjusted right? Are not the ways of you people not
adjusted right?Ezek. 18:25.
(Psalm 50:21) When you did these things, I remained silent,
So you thought that I would be just like you.
But now I will reprove you,
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Trust in Jehovah, the God of All Comfort
Examples of God-Given Comfort
14. Why did David need comfort, and to whom did he turn?
14 King David of ancient Israel is another example of an individual comforted by God. Inasmuch as
Jehovah sees what the heart is, when he selected David to be a future king of Israel, he knew that
David was sincere and devoted to true worship. (1 Sam. 16:7; 2 Sam. 5:10) Later, however, David
committed adultery with Bath-sheba and tried to cover up the sin by having her husband killed. When
David came to realize the enormity of his sin, he prayed to Jehovah: According to the abundance of
your mercies wipe out my transgressions. Thoroughly wash me from my error, and cleanse me even
from my sin. For my transgressions I myself know, and my sin is in front of me constantly. (Ps. 51:13) David was truly repentant, and Jehovah forgave him. However, David had to face the
consequences of his wrongdoing. (2 Sam. 12:9-12) Nevertheless, Jehovahs mercy was a source of
comfort to his humble servant.
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(Psalm 51:1-3) Show me favor, O God, according to your loyal love.

Blot out my transgressions according to your great mercy.
2 Thoroughly wash me from my error,
And cleanse me from my sin.
3 For I am well-aware of my transgressions,
And my sin is always before me.
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What Does Jehovahs Forgiveness Mean for You?
DAVIDS PRAYER AND GODS FORGIVENESS
8, 9. How does Psalm 51 reveal Davids inmost thoughts, and what does it teach us about
Jehovah?
8 The words of a song that King David thereafter composed reveal his heartfelt remorse. Psalm 51
contains Davids touching pleas to Jehovah and clearly shows that he did more than admit his errors.
He also repented of his sins. David was primarily concerned about his relationship with God. Against
you, you alone, I have sinned, he confessed. He pleaded with Jehovah: Create in me even a pure
heart, O God, and put within me a new spirit, a steadfast one. . . . Do restore to me the exultation of
salvation by you, and may you support me even with a willing spirit. (Ps. 51:1-4, 7-12) Are you as
earnest and as open with Jehovah when you speak to him about your failings?
9 Jehovah did not eliminate the painful consequences of Davids sins. Their effects were to continue
with him for the rest of his life. However, in recognition of Davids repentant spirithe had a heart
broken and crushedJehovah forgave him. (Read Psalm 32:5; Ps. 51:17) Almighty God understands
the true attitude and motive behind sins. Rather than have the adulterers condemned to death by
human judges according to the Mosaic Law, Jehovah mercifully intervened, dealing with David and
Bath-sheba himself. (Lev. 20:10) God even made their son Solomon Israels next king.1 Chron.
22:9, 10.
4 Against youyou above allI have sinned;
What is bad in your eyes I have done.
Therefore, you are righteous when you speak,
You are right in your judgment.
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Make Decisions That Honor God
Why Decisions Can Be Difficult to Make
7. King Davids example can teach us what?
7 Will we always make the right decision? No. All of us make mistakes. (Rom. 3:23) King David, for
example, was a wise and faithful man. Yet, he at times made poor decisions that caused suffering to
himself and others. (2 Sam. 12:9-12) Nevertheless, David did not let his mistakes undermine his ability
to make decisions that had Gods favor. (1 Ki. 15:4, 5) We can be decisive despite past mistakes if,
like David, we remember that Jehovah will overlook our errors and forgive our sins. He will continue to
support those who love and obey him.Ps. 51:1-4, 7-10.
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TOWARD GOD WAIT SILENTLY, O MY SOUL
Lessons for Us:
51:1-4,17. Committing sin need not alienate us from Jehovah God. If we repent, we can have
confidence in his mercy.
(Psalm 51:1-4,17) Show me favor, O God, according to your loyal love.
17 The sacrifices pleasing to God are a broken spirit;
A heart broken and crushed, O God, you will not reject
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Who Can Deliver Those Crying for Help?
Who Can Deliver Those Crying for Help?
1. In the case of David, what do we learn about Gods mercy?
HOW heartwarming are those words, apparently penned by King David of ancient Israel! Years before
writing them, he experienced remorse after committing adultery with Bath-sheba. At that time, David
begged God: According to the abundance of your mercies wipe out my transgressions. . . . My sin is
in front of me constantly. . . . Look! With error I was brought forth with birth pains, and in sin my mother
conceived me. (Ps. 51:1-5) Mercifully, Jehovah takes into account our inherited sinful condition.
5 Look! I was born guilty of error,
And my mother conceived me in sin.
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Enrich Your Prayers Through Bible Study

Keep On Enriching Your Prayers
23, 24. (a) Cite other examples showing how Bible study can enrich your prayers. (b) What will
you do to enrich your prayers?
23 Many other examples could be cited to show that Bible reading and study can enrich your prayers.
Like Jonah, for instance, in prayer you can acknowledge that salvation belongs to Jehovah. (Jonah
2:1-10) If you are troubled over a serious sin and have sought help from the elders, the prayerful
sentiments of David may help you to express your repentance during personal prayers. (Ps. 51:1-12)
In certain prayers, you can praise Jehovah as Jeremiah did. (Jer. 32:16-19) If you are seeking a
marriage mate, studying the prayer found in Ezra chapter 9, coupled with personal entreaty, can
strengthen your determination to obey God by marrying only in the Lord.1 Cor. 7:39; Ezra 9:6, 1015.
24 Keep on reading, studying, and searching the Bible. Look for points you can include in your
prayers. You may be able to weave Scriptural thoughts into your supplications and prayers of thanks
and praise. You are sure to draw ever closer to Jehovah God as you enrich your prayers through Bible
study.
6 Look! You find pleasure in truth in the inner person;
Teach my innermost self true wisdom.
7 Purify me from my sin with hyssop, so that I will be clean;
Wash me, so that I will be whiter than snow.
8 Let me hear sounds of joy and rejoicing,
So that the bones you crushed will rejoice.
9 Turn your face away from my sins,
And wipe away all my errors.
10 Create in me a pure heart, O God,
And put within me a new spirit, a steadfast one.
11 Do not cast me out from your presence;
And do not take your holy spirit away from me.
12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation;
Stir within me a willingness to obey you.
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Jehovah Cares for You
Jehovah Seeks to Help Us
6. How is Davids case both a comfort and a warning for us?
6 David was imperfect and sinned grievously. (2 Samuel 12:7-9) But he poured out his heart to
Jehovah and drew near to him in fervent prayer. (Psalm 51:1-12, superscription) Jehovah heard his
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prayer and forgave him, although David bore unpleasant consequences for his sin. (2 Samuel 12:1014) This should be for us both a comfort and a warning. It is comforting to know that Jehovah is willing
to forgive our sins if we are truly repentant, but it is sobering to realize that sins often bring dire
consequences. (Galatians 6:7-9) If we want to draw close to Jehovah, we should stay as far away as
possible from anything that displeases him.Psalm 97:10.
6 Look! You find pleasure in truth in the inner person;
11 Do not cast me out from your presence;
12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation;
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Serving Without Regrets
Serving Without Regrets
1-3. (a) What are regrets, and how may they affect us? (b) From Paul, what can we learn about
serving God without regrets?
A POET wrote: Of all sad words of tongue or pen, the saddest are these: It might have been! The
poet was J. G. Whittier, and he was referring to things that we regret, that we wish we could do over
and do differently. Regret is mental sorrow, pain of mind, at something done or perhaps left undone,
and it can mean to weep again. We all have done things we wish we could go back and do
differently. What regrets do you have?
2 Some people have made grievous mistakes in their lives, even committing serious sins. Others have
not done anything so bad, but they wonder whether some of their choices in life were really the best.
Some people have been able to overcome the past and continue on with their lives. Others are
continually plagued with if onlys about their past. (Ps. 51:3) Which are you? Do you wish that you
could serve God without regretsat least from this day forward? Is there a true-life example from
whom we can learn to do that? There certainly isthe apostle Paul.
3 During his life, Paul made both terrible mistakes and wise choices. He felt deeply about the regrets
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of his past, but he also learned to make a success of his life in faithful service to God. Let us see what
his example can teach us about serving without regrets.
(Psalm 51:3) For I am well-aware of my transgressions,
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Mind the Spirit and Live!
How I Do Love Your Law!
11. How would you explain that Jehovahs law prohibiting fornication is a protection for us?
11 How can we develop deep respect and love for Jehovahs law? One way is by carefully examining
its value. Consider Gods law that limits sexual relations to marriage and forbids fornication and
adultery. (Hebrews 13:4) Does obeying this law deprive us of anything good? Would a loving heavenly
Father make a law that denies us something beneficial? Of course not! Look at what is happening in
the lives of many who do not live in harmony with Jehovahs moral standards. Unwanted pregnancies
often lead them to abortions or perhaps into premature and unhappy marriages. Many have to rear a
child without a husband or a wife. Furthermore, those who practice fornication expose themselves to
sexually transmitted diseases. (1 Corinthians 6:18) And if a servant of Jehovah commits fornication,
the emotional effects can be devastating. Trying to suppress the naggings of a guilty conscience can
cause sleepless nights and mental anguish. (Psalm 32:3, 4; 51:3) Is it not obvious, then, that
Jehovahs law prohibiting fornication is designed to protect us? Yes, there is indeed great benefit in
maintaining moral cleanness!
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Do Not Look at the Things Behind
PAST NEGATIVE EXPERIENCES
16. How may we be affected by past experiences?
16 Not all past experiences, though, may appear positive. Perhaps we are overwhelmed by thoughts
of past sins or mistakes that we made. (Ps. 51:3) We might still feel the sting of strong counsel that we
received. (Heb. 12:11) Injusticesreal or perhaps perceivedmay dominate our thinking. (Ps. 55:2)
What can we do to make sure that we do not allow such experiences to make us focus on the things
behind? Consider three examples.
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Learn From Jehovahs Loyal Servants
Learn From Jehovahs Loyal Servants
4. (a) How was David an example of loyalty to God? (b) What other examples will we consider?
4 Davids refusal to harm King Saul showed that David was one of Jehovahs loyal servants. As a
youth, David was moved to face the Philistine giant Goliath, who brazenly dared to taunt the battle
line of the living God! (1 Sam. 17:23, 26, 48-51) When David became king and committed gross sins
involving adultery and murder, he accepted reproof from the prophet Nathan and repented. (2 Sam.
12:1-5, 13) In his old age, David continued to demonstrate loyalty to God. For example, he made
generous contributions toward the construction of Jehovahs temple. (1 Chron. 29:1-5) Yes, David
made serious mistakes, but he was loyal to God. (Ps. 51:4, 10; 86:2) As we consider other accounts
about David and his contemporaries, let us seek answers to these questions: What loyalties should
take priority? Being loyal requires that we display what qualities?
(Psalm 51:4) Against youyou above allI have sinned;
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Hear Jehovahs Voice Wherever You Are
REMAIN CLOSELY ATTUNED TO JEHOVAHS VOICE
17. Why is it dangerous to rely on ourselves?
17 Consider King David of ancient Israel. As a young person, he was victorious over the Philistine
giant Goliath. David became a soldier, a king, a protector, and a decision-maker for a nation. But when
David relied on himself, his heart deceived him and he committed a serious sin with Bath-sheba, even
arranging to have her husband, Uriah, killed. When disciplined, David humbly admitted his error and
reestablished his relationship with Jehovah.Ps. 51:4, 6, 10, 11.
(Psalm 51:4) Against youyou above allI have sinned;
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Gaining the Victory Over Human Weakness
Gaining the Victory Over Human Weakness
2. (a) What does the minding of the flesh mean? (b) What conflict between flesh and
spirit takes place within humans desiring to please God?
2 The Scriptures sometimes refer to the human body as flesh. (1 Kings 21:27) They also use flesh
to represent man in his imperfect state as a sinful descendant of rebellious Adam. (Ephesians 2:3;
Psalm 51:5; Romans 5:12) Our inheritance from him has produced weakness of the flesh. (Romans
6:19) And Paul warned: The minding of the flesh means death. (Romans 8:6) Such minding of the
flesh means being controlled and motivated by the desires of the fallen flesh. (1 John 2:16) So if we
are trying to please God, there is a constant conflict between our spirituality and our sinful nature that
relentlessly exerts pressure upon us to carry out the works of the flesh. (Galatians 5:17-23; 1 Peter
2:11) After describing this painful clash within him, Paul exclaimed: Miserable man that I am! Who will
rescue me from the body undergoing this death? (Romans 7:24) Was Paul a defenseless victim of
temptation? The Bible answers with a resounding no!
(Psalm 51:5) Look! I was born guilty of error,
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Are You Reflecting the Glory of Jehovah?
WE DESIRE TO REFLECT JEHOVAHS GLORY
4, 5. (a) Like Paul, what struggle do we have? (b) How has sin affected us?
4 As Jehovahs servants, we certainly want to honor and glorify our Creator in everything we do. All
too often, however, what we desire to do is not what we do. Paul had to contend with that problem
personally. (Read Romans 7:21-25.) Explaining why we have such a struggle, Paul wrote: All have
sinned and fall short of the glory of God. (Rom. 3:23) Yes, through inheritance from sinful Adam,
mankind became subject to the harsh mastery of King Sin.Rom. 5:12; 6:12.
5 What is sin? It is anything contrary to Jehovahs personality, ways, standards, and will. Sin mars a
persons relationship with God. Sin causes us to miss the mark, even as an archer can shoot an arrow
but miss his target. We can sin intentionally or by mistake. (Num. 15:27-31) Sin is deeply ingrained in
humans and creates a barrier between them and their Creator. (Ps. 51:5; Isa. 59:2; Col. 1:21) Thus,
mankind in general is completely out of harmony with Jehovah and misses the priceless opportunity to
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reflect Gods glory. Unquestionably, sin is the worst disability afflicting humankind.
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Make Personal Decisions Wisely
THE SPIRIT OF A SOUND MIND
5. Why is it that by nature we do not have a perfectly sound mind?
5 We must admit that none of us are born with a perfectly sound mind. Why is that so? Because all of
us are born in sin and imperfection and thus are far from being completely sound in body or mind. (Ps.
51:5; Rom. 3:23) In addition, many of us were once among those whose minds were blinded by
Satan; we were once ignorant of Jehovah and his righteous standards. (2 Cor. 4:4; Titus 3:3) Hence,
were we to base our decisions solely on what we feel is good and reasonable, we might be deceiving
ourselves, no matter how much we ponder the decision before us.Prov. 14:12.
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51:5,7-10. If we have sinned, we can appeal to Jehovah for forgiveness on account of our inherited
sinfulness. We should also pray to him to cleanse us, to restore us, to help us to remove sinful
tendencies from our heart, and to give us a steadfast spirit.
(Psalm 51:5,7-10) Look! I was born guilty of error,
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We Can Remain Chaste
DRAW CLOSE TO GOD
4. Why is it important to draw close to Jehovah?
4 The Bibles direction to those who wish to draw close to God is: Cleanse your hands, . . . and
purify your hearts. (Jas. 4:8) When we treasure our friendship with Jehovah, we strive to please him
in every aspect of our life, including our thoughts. We desire to have a pure heart by focusing our
minds on what is chaste, virtuous, and praiseworthy. (Ps. 24:3, 4; 51:6; Phil. 4:8) Granted, Jehovah
makes allowances for our imperfect nature. He knows that we are prone to improper desires. But we
recognize that it saddens him when we nurture wrong thoughts instead of doing all we can to reject
them. (Gen. 6:5, 6) Reflecting on this fact makes us ever more determined to keep our thoughts
chaste.
(Psalm 51:6) Look! You find pleasure in truth in the inner person;
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Consider and Encourage One Another

ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER
15. What can we learn from Jehovah about encouraging the downhearted?
15 A discouraged person may not immediately feel better or respond quickly to the help we offer. We
may need to keep on supporting him. Paul said: Keep hold of the weak, be patient with everybody. (1
Thess. 5:14, An American Translation) Rather than quickly giving up on the weak, let us keep hold of
them, as it were, and continue supporting them. In the past, Jehovah dealt patiently with those of his
servants who at times were discouraged. For instance, God was very gracious with Elijah, considering
his feelings. Jehovah provided what the prophet needed to carry on in his service. (1 Ki. 19:1-18)
Because David was genuinely repentant, Jehovah kindly forgave him. (Ps. 51:7, 17) God also helped
the writer of Psalm 73, who almost gave up serving Him. (Ps. 73:13, 16, 17) Jehovah is gracious and
kind to us, especially when we are downhearted and discouraged. (Ex. 34:6) His mercies are new
each morning, and they will certainly not come to an end. (Lam. 3:22, 23) Jehovah expects us to
follow his example and treat the depressed ones with tenderness.
(Psalm 51:7) Purify me from my sin with hyssop, so that I will be clean;
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Be WiseFear God!
When Fear of God Lapsed
16. What consequences did David suffer for his wrongdoing?
16 Davids liaison with Bath-sheba produced a son. Shortly afterward, Jehovah sent his prophet
Nathan to expose Davids sin. Brought to his senses, David recovered his fear of God and repented.
He begged Jehovah not to cast him off or to remove His holy spirit from him. (Psalm 51:7, 11)
Jehovah forgave David and lightened the punishment, but He did not shield David from all the bad
consequences of his actions. Davids son died, and heartache and tragedy beset his family from then
on. What a price to pay for a lapse in the fear of God!2 Samuel 12:10-14; 13:10-14; 15:14.
(Psalm 51:7) Purify me from my sin with hyssop, so that I will be clean;
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We Can Remain Chaste
DRAW CLOSE TO GOD
5, 6. How can prayer help us in our fight against immoral desires?
5 An important way to show our complete reliance on Jehovah is by making our fight against unclean
thoughts a matter of prayer. When we draw close to Jehovah in prayer, he draws close to us. He
generously gives us his holy spirit, thus strengthening our resolve to resist immoral thoughts and
remain chaste. So let us make known to God our earnest wish to please him with the meditation of our
heart. (Ps. 19:14) Do we humbly ask him to examine us in order to identify any harmful wayany
improper desires or inclinationsthat could lead us into sin? (Ps. 139:23, 24) Do we regularly petition
him to help us maintain our integrity when we are faced with temptation?Matt. 6:13.
6 Our upbringing or our past conduct may have developed in us a liking for practices that Jehovah
condemns. Even then, he can help us to bring about necessary changes so that we can continue to
serve him acceptably. King David recognized this. After he had committed adultery with Bath-sheba,
David implored Jehovah: Create in me a pure heart, . . . and put within me a new spirit, a steadfast
one. (Ps. 51:10, 12) Sinful conduct may strongly appeal to our fallen flesh, but Jehovah can stir within
us a willing spirit, the desire to obey him. Even if wrong desires are deeply rooted and tend to crowd
out our chaste thoughts, Jehovah can guide our steps so that we can obey his commandments and
succeed in living by them. He can prevent anything harmful from dominating us.Ps. 119:133.
(Psalm 51:10) Create in me a pure heart, O God,
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Rejoice With the Wife of Your Youth
See Life With the Wife Whom You Love
10. How can husbands and wives solidify their relationship?
10 Rather than looking outside the marriage to satisfy their desireswhether for affection, for
friendship, or for support during a challenging ordealhusbands and wives should work to solidify a
loving relationship with their mate. By all means, then, spend time together, and draw closer to each
other. Reflect on what caused you to fall in love. Try to recapture the warmth you felt toward the
person who became your spouse. Think of the good times you have enjoyed together. Pray to God
about the matter. The psalmist David implored Jehovah: Create in me even a pure heart, O God, and
put within me a new spirit, a steadfast one. (Psalm 51:10) Be determined to see life with the wife
whom you love all the days of your life that God has given you under the sun.Ecclesiastes 9:9.
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Show Love and Respect by Controlling Your Tongue
Put Away Malicious Bitterness, Anger, and Wrath
12. To control the tongue, for what should we pray, and why?
12 More is involved in restraining the tongue than watching what we say. After all, our words are a
product of the heart rather than of the mouth. Jesus said: A good man brings forth good out of the
good treasure of his heart, but a wicked man brings forth what is wicked out of his wicked treasure; for
out of the hearts abundance his mouth speaks. (Luke 6:45) Hence, to control your tongue, you may
need to pray as did David: Create in me even a pure heart, O God, and put within me a new spirit, a
steadfast one.Psalm 51:10.
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Rely on Gods Spirit in Dealing With Lifes Changes
Listen to Discipline
13. How did David react to Jehovahs discipline?
13 To Davids credit, he did not deny his guilt. He did not lash out against the prophet Nathan. He did
not blame others or offer excuses for what he had done. Confronted with his sins, David accepted
responsibility, saying: I have sinned against Jehovah. (2 Samuel 12:13) Psalm 51 shows the anguish
of his guilt and the depth of his repentance. He pleaded with Jehovah: Do not throw me away from
before your face; and your holy spirit O do not take away from me. He believed that Jehovah, in his
mercy, would not despise a heart broken and crushed over sin. (Psalm 51:11, 17) David continued
to rely on Gods spirit. While Jehovah did not shield David from the bitter consequences of his sin, he
forgave him.
(Psalm 51:11) Do not cast me out from your presence;
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Do Not Grieve Jehovahs Holy Spirit
What Paul Meant
4. Why is it important to avoid grieving Gods spirit?
4 Grieving the spirit can be the first step leading to the total loss of the influence of Gods active force
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in a Christians life. That this is possible is evident from what David said after he had sinned in
connection with Bath-sheba. David repentantly begged Jehovah: Do not throw me away from before
your face; and your holy spirit O do not take away from me. (Ps. 51:11) Only those anointed ones
who prove faithful even to death will receive the crown of immortal life in heaven. (Rev. 2:10; 1 Cor.
15:53) Christians with an earthly hope also need holy spirit if they are to maintain integrity to God and
receive his gift of life on the basis of faith in Christs ransom sacrifice. (John 3:36; Rom. 5:8; 6:23)
Hence, all of us must guard against grieving Jehovahs holy spirit.
(Psalm 51:11) Do not cast me out from your presence;
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Do You Grasp the Meaning?
THE SOWER WHO SLEEPS
6. What should we acknowledge with regard to spiritual growth?
6 What can we learn from this illustration? First of all, we have to admit that we have no control over
the spiritual growth of a Bible student. Modesty on our part will help us to avoid the temptation to
pressure or force a student to get baptized. We do all we can to assist and support the person, but we
humbly admit that ultimately the decision to make a dedication belongs to that person. Dedication is
something that must spring from a willing heart motivated by love for God. Anything less would not be
acceptable to Jehovah.Ps. 51:12; 54:6; 110:3.
(Psalm 51:12) Restore to me the joy of your salvation;
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51:12With whose willing spirit did David ask to be supported?
This refers, neither to Gods willingness to help David nor to Jehovahs holy spirit, but to Davids own
spiritto his mental inclination. He is asking God to impart to him the desire to do what is right.
(Psalm 51:12) Restore to me the joy of your salvation;
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You Can Remain Morally Clean
Enduring the Consequences of Sin
19. Being properly saddened by a wrong course may lead to what benefits?
19 Though saddened by a wrong course, the regret we feel can help us to be on our guard that we do
not turn again to what is hurtful. (Job 36:21) Indeed, the bitter consequences of sin should deter us
from repeating a wrong. Moreover, David used the sad experience gained from his sinful conduct to
counsel others. He said: I will teach transgressors your ways, that sinners themselves may turn right
back to you.Psalm 51:13.
(Psalm 51:13) I will teach transgressors your ways,
So that sinners will return to you.
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Go, . . . and Make Disciples of People of All the Nations
WHAT SHOULD BE THE SCOPE AND DURATION OF THE WORK?
14, 15. What proves that Jehovahs Witnesses have fulfilled Jesus prophecy with regard to the
scope of the work? (See opening pictures.)
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14 To understand how Jehovahs Witnesses have fulfilled Jesus prophecy with regard to the scope of
the preaching work, let us consider some facts. There are approximately 600,000 members of the
clergy in the various denominations in the United States, where there are some 1,200,000 Witnesses
of Jehovah. Worldwide, the Roman Catholic Church has a little over 400,000 priests. Now consider
the number of Witnesses involved in the Bible-based Kingdom-preaching work. Worldwide, some eight
million volunteer ministers preach to people in 240 lands. What an amazing work is being
accomplished, all to Jehovahs praise and glory!Ps. 34:1; 51:15.
15 As Jehovahs Witnesses, we desire to reach as many people as possible with the good news
before the end comes. For this reason, we stand out as unique with regard to the work we do in
translating and publishing Bible literature. Millions of books, magazines, tracts, and convention and
Memorial invitations have been distributed free of charge. We have produced various publications in
more than 700 languages. Over 200 million copies of the New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures
have been published in over 130 languages. Last year alone, we produced approximately 4.5 billion
pieces of Bible literature. On our official website, information is available in more than 750 languages.
What other group of ministers is doing a similar work?
(Psalm 51:15) O Jehovah, open my lips,
So that my mouth may declare your praise.
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Use the Power of Your Tongue for Good
WHEN TO SPEAK
5. How can we show appreciation for Gods gift of speech?
5 On the other hand, the Bible also says that there is a time to speak. (Eccl. 3:7) If a friend gave you
a beautiful present, you would probably not store it out of sight. Rather, you would show your
appreciation by putting it to good use. We show our gratitude for Jehovahs gift of speech by using it
wisely. That might include expressing our feelings, communicating our needs, sharing words of
encouragement, and giving God praise. (Ps. 51:15) How can we determine the best time to speak?
(Psalm 51:15) O Jehovah, open my lips,
So that my mouth may declare your praise.
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Grateful Recipients of Gods Undeserved Kindness
UNDESERVED KINDNESS EXPRESSED IN VARIOUS WAYS
14. How does Jehovahs undeserved kindness benefit our hearts?
14 Receiving comfort for our hearts. A great blessing that comes to us through Jehovahs undeserved
kindness is comfort for a distressed heart. (Ps. 51:17) To Christians in Thessalonica, who were
experiencing persecution, Paul wrote: May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who
loved us and gave everlasting comfort and good hope by means of undeserved kindness, comfort
your hearts and strengthen you. (2 Thess. 2:16, 17, ftn.) How comforting it is to be aware of the loving
care that we receive from Jehovah because of his generous kindness!
(Psalm 51:17)
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You Must Love Jehovah Your God
HOW WE CAN SHOW OUR LOVE FOR GOD
15. How can study and application of Gods Word help us?
15 Diligently study and apply Gods Word. Doing so shows that we love Jehovah and truly want his
word to be a light for our path. (Ps. 119:105) If we are experiencing distress, we can draw comfort
from such loving assurances as these: A heart broken and crushed, O God, you will not reject. Your
loyal love, O Jehovah, kept supporting me. When anxieties overwhelmed me, you comforted and
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soothed me. (Ps. 51:17; 94:18, 19) Jehovah shows mercy to those who suffer, and Jesus similarly
feels pity for people. (Isa. 49:13; Matt. 15:32) Bible study can make us so keenly aware of Jehovahs
loving concern for us that we are inclined to respond with deep love for him.
(Psalm 51:17) The sacrifices pleasing to God are a broken spirit;
A heart broken and crushed, O God, you will not reject.
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We Must Be Holy in All Our Conduct
UPHOLD JEHOVAHS SOVEREIGNTY
10. What happened on one occasion when a brother compromised his neutrality?
10 We are also no part of the world. Therefore, we are neutral with regard to the worlds wars and
political affairs. (Read John 15:18-21; Isaiah 2:4.) Some who made a dedication to God have
compromised their neutrality. Many of these individuals have repented and have regained their
relationship with our merciful heavenly Father. (Ps. 51:17) A few did not repent. During World War II,
for instance, officials gathered 160 of our unjustly incarcerated brothers under 45 years of age from all
the prisons in Hungary and assembled them in one town. There they ordered them to take up military
service. The faithful brothers remained firm in their refusal, but nine of the group took the military oath
and accepted uniforms. Two years later, one who compromised found himself part of a firing squad
assigned to execute the faithful Witnesses. His own fleshly brother was among them! As matters
turned out, the threatened executions never took place.
(Psalm 51:17) The sacrifices pleasing to God are a broken spirit;
A heart broken and crushed, O God, you will not reject.
(51:18) w06 6/1 pp. 10-11
51:18. Davids sins threatened the welfare of the entire nation. So he prayed for Gods goodwill toward
Zion. When we commit a serious sin, it often brings reproach on Jehovahs name and on the
congregation. We need to pray to God to repair the harm we may have caused.
(Psalm 51:18) In your goodwill do what is good for Zion;
Build up the walls of Jerusalem.
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6 God is your throne forever and ever;

The scepter of your kingdom is a scepter of uprightness.

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HOW WE CAN SHOW OUR LOVE FOR GOD

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by the enemy death!

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Meeting Todays Adversities With Courage

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(Psalm 46:9) He is bringing an end to wars throughout the earth.

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Seek Gods Guidance in All Things

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(Psalm 49:6) Those who are trusting in their wealth

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And you keep company with adulterers.

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(Psalm 51:1-3) Show me favor, O God, according to your loyal love.

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And cleanse me from my sin.

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Enrich Your Prayers Through Bible Study

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What is bad in your eyes I have done.

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Consider and Encourage One Another

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And put within me a new spirit, a steadfast one.

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