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LET GOD'S WORD GUIDE YOUR STEPS
"Your word is a lamp to my foot, and a light to my roadway.'-PSALM 119:105.
OPENING COMMENTS
When I was baptized the "organized" book was titled after this scripture, was yellow and called the "Lamp"
book. It was the first time baptism candidates were to be questioned by the elders in the congregation
about the basics of WTS policies and doctrines. Then the WTS could say in court that by the testimony of
3 men that baptizees knew what they were getting into.
There is even a page of formal ordination, that you and the PO (congregation servant) sign. Remember
this was the day of Viet Nam and young male jws had to have all the official paperwork they could get to
get out of the draft. Some how many draft boards did not see ten hours a month knocking on doors as
their definition of a minister and baptism as an ordination as one.
Can you just let God's word guide you, without anyone or anything to assist you?
*** w94 10/1 p. 8 The Bible—A Book Meant to Be Understood ***
Even as Bible prophecy pointed forward to the Messiah, it also directs us to the close-knit body of
anointed Christian Witnesses that now serve as the faithful and discreet slave. It helps us to understand the
Word of God. All who want to understand the Bible should appreciate that the “greatly diversified wisdom
of God” can become known only through Jehovah’s channel of communication, the faithful and discreet
slave.
*** w88 6/1 p. 20 par. 19 Accurate Knowledge of God and His Son Leads to Life ***
Since such a doctrine makes it appear that only theologians can understand Bible teachings, it also suits
the religious leaders of Christendom. This helps them to maintain their hold on the common people.
*** w81 11/15 p. 28 Feed Regularly on Bible Truths! ***
From that, can we not reasonably conclude that Christians should feed regularly on spiritual food, even as
they do on literal bread? Certainly. (Matt. 4:4) Such spiritual food includes not only the Bible but literature
that helps us to understand the Bible. That is why the publishing and administrative agency for Jehovah’s
Witnesses, the Watch Tower Society, does not content itself with just printing Bibles. It also publishes
Bible aids on a regular basis to aid readers to a fuller understanding of the Bible.
So where were the Bible "aids" in the first century? How could they possibly have understood the Bible
without the "governing body," a term that does not even occur in the Bible.
How many witnesses can "honestly" say they have read the whole Bible? Do they really read and study the
assigned bible verses each week? Have you ever seen the elder assigned to bible highlights on the
school reading the verses at the meeting and making a few notes? Even if you looked up every snippet,
cited, quoted scripture in the WT studies, you cannot say you have read the Bible...
***BTW, how many times does the WT use a snippet scripture, a cited scripture, and a quoted scripture?
Have you checked to see if the snippet is in context and looked up all the scriptures? Are you studying the
publication or the Bible?
START OF ARTICLE
Q1, 2) Why have most humans not succeeded in finding true peace and happiness?
1) Can you recall an occasion when you had to ask someone for directions? Perhaps you were close to
your destination but were unsure of the last few turns. Or it may be that you were completely lost and
needed to change your course altogether. In either case, would it not be wise to follow the direction of
someone who knew the area? Such a person could help you reach your destination.
Humans--men; mankind--humankind
brothers--brothers and sisters;
he--he or she;
his--his or hers:
how many ways does the WT edit out women? In recent the years the WTS has improved but as Jesus is but a
impersonal tool by which God accomplishes his goals; women are the same.
Would it be wise to follow the direction of someone who knew the area?
How many men do you know that will stop and even ask someone who knows the area?
“If you don't know where you are going, any road will get you there.” Lewis Carroll quotes (English Logician, Mathematician, Photographer and Novelist, especially remembered for Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. 1832-1898)
2) For thousands of years, (hu)mankind in general has tried to navigate its way through life without divine
help. Left on their own, however, imperfect humans are completely lost. They simply cannot find the road to
true peace and happiness. Why have they been unable to reach that destination? More than 2,500 years
ago, the prophet Jeremiah stated: "It does not belong to man who is walking even to direct his step."
(Jeremiah 10:23) Anyone who tries to direct his own step without accepting qualified help inevitably faces
frustration. Truly, (hu)mankind needs direction! humans--in days gone by "men" or "mankind"
without accepting 'qualified' help--who only is qualified, God, Jesus, the FDS, the WTS, the GB, the elders,
your father, husband?
Q3) Why is Jehovah God supremely qualified to provide direction for mankind, and what does he
promise?
3) Jehovah God is supremely qualified to provide such direction. Why? Because he understands better
than anyone else the makeup of humans. And he is fully aware of how the human race got sidetracked and
be¬came lost. He also knows what is required for them to get back on course. Furthermore, as the
Creator, Jehovah always knows what is best for us. (Isaiah 48:17) Thus, we can fully trust his promise as
recorded at Psalm 32:8: "I shall make you have insight and instruct you in the way you should go. I will give
advice with my eye upon you." There is no doubt about it: Jehovah pro¬vides the best direction. But just
how does he guide us?
Jehovah God is supremely qualified to provide such direction--yet whose footsteps are we told to
follow--Christ's. Where's Jesus?
He (God) knows what is required--yet many witnesses run to the elders to tell them what to do, having
neither read the Bible or the WTS "aids."
Jeh...always knows what is best for us--but we cannot understand what he is saying without the
WTS/FDS/GB.
How does he guide us?--only through the WTS...only through the FDS...only through the GB...the JW trinity.
Q4, 5) How can God's utterances direct us?
4) A psalmist said in prayer to Jehovah: "Your word is a lamp to my foot, and a light to my roadway."
(Psalm 119:105) God's statements and reminders are found in the Bible, and they can help us to
overcome ob¬stacles that we may encounter on our path. Indeed, when we read the Bible and let it guide
us, we are experiencing firsthand what is described at Isaiah 30:21: "Your own ears will hear a word
behind you saying: `This is the way. Walk in it, you people."'
found in the Bible--the primary source, no WTS publications
Once a WT conductor asked off the assigned material--"Where do we get such direction"?--as he held up
the WT. The PO almost threw out his shoulder getting his hand in the air, shouting the answer before the
mike got there, "THE BIBLE, THE BIBLE." And that first man was conducting the WT study!
When we read the Bible and let it guide us--first, witnesses have to read the Bible when they need
direction, not the WT publications; then "let it guide us" rather than the opinions of several elders and other
"mature" ones.
5) Note, though, that Psalm 119:105 points to two related functions of God's Word. First, it serves as a
lamp to our foot. When we face day-to-day challenges, principles found in the Bible should guide our steps
so that we make wise decisions and avoid the traps and pitfalls of this world. Second, God's re-minders
light our roadway, helping us to make choices that are consistent with our hope of living forever in God's
promised Paradise. With the road ahead well-lit, we will be able to discern the consequences--good or
bad--of a particular course. (Ro¬mans 14:21; 1 Timothy 6:9; Revelation 22:12) Let us see in greater detail
how God's ut¬terances as found in the Bible can be a lamp to our foot and a light to our roadway.
First--LAMP...the Bible SHOULD guide us, not WT publications.
Second--LIGHT...making choices that are CONSISTENT
Have you perused the flip doctrines of the WTS, the 180 degree turns they have made twice on one
doctrine? Will the people who died at Sodom and Gomorrah be resurrected? Don't get whiplash on this
one.
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"A Lamp to My Foot"
Q6) Under what circumstances can God's utterances be a lamp to our foot?
6 Every day, we make decisions. Some decisions may seem relatively minor, but we may at times be
confronted with a situation that challenges our morality, our honesty, or our neutral stand. To face such
trials successfully, we must have our "perceptive powers trained to distinguish both right and wrong."
(Hebrews 5:14) By obtaining accurate knowledge of God's Word and developing an understanding of its
principles, we train our conscience so that we will make decisions that please Jehovah.-Proverbs 3:21.
Every day, we make decisions. Some decisions may seem relatively minor
Trained by whom? God or the WTS/FDS/GB? Train our conscience...but whose conscience is foremost? Ours or another jw in the organization?
Please God or Please the WTS/FDS/GB? Or does God = the WTS/FDS/GB?
Q7) Describe a situation in which a Christian (only jws are Christians per the WTS/FDS/GB) may be
inclined to associate with unbelieving (unbelieving in WTS doctrines and policies) workmates.
7) Consider an example. Are you an adult who is sincerely trying to make Jehovah's heart rejoice?
(Proverbs 27:11) If so, you are to be commended. But imagine for a moment that some workmates offer
you a ticket to accompany them to a sporting event. They enjoy your companionship at work and would like
to socialize with you outside the work environment. You might have the strong impression that these
individuals are not bad people. They might even have some good principles. What will you do? Would
there be any danger in accepting the invitation? How can God's Word help you to make a good decision in
this matter?
Are you an adult--when does the WTS consider a person an adult? 6-year olds have been baptized as a
JW considered adult enough to make a lifelong decision that could lead to being disfellowshipped and cut
off from all contact with their family.
workmates--WTS vocabulary...when was the last time a non-jw used that word around you?
THEOCRATESE
http://www.jehovah.to/glos/index.html
offer you a ticket (soccer game per the picture on page 15) to a sporting event
Several brothers I have known have had season tickets to football and basketball games, university and
national teams. Is it wrong to go to the game and associate with "worldly" people there or go with "worldly"
people?
Socialize without outside the work environment--Is it all right then to socialize during work at retirement
parties, baby and wedding showers, award ceremonies, employee recognition day, etc.?
They might have SOME good principles--heavens, "wordly" people have any good principles?!
So what scripture, without looking at a WT publication or at paragraph 8, applies? If you have been a
witness more than 5 years and don't know this, shame, shame, shame on you.
Q8) What Scriptural principles help us to reason on the matter of associations?
8) Consider a few Scriptural principles. The first one that may come to mind is found at 1 Corinthians
15:33, which says: "Bad associations spoil useful habits." Does adhering to this principle require that you
shun unbelievers entirely? The Scriptural answer to that question is no. After all, the apostle Paul himself
showed loving consideration for "people of all sorts," including unbelievers. (1 Corinthians 9:22) The very
nature of Christianity demands that we show an interest in others--including those who do not share our
beliefs. (Romans 10:13-15) Indeed, how can we follow the counsel to "work what is good toward all" if we
isolate ourselves from people who might need our help?-Galatians 6:10.
What is an unbeliever?
*** w04 7/1 p. 30 Questions From Readers ***
At 2 Corinthians 6:14, to whom is Paul referring when he uses the term “unbelievers”?
At 2 Corinthians 6:14, we read: “Do not become unevenly yoked with unbelievers.” If we look at the context,
it is evident that Paul is speaking of individuals who are clearly no part of the Christian congregation. This
understanding is supported by other Bible verses that record Paul’s use of the term “unbeliever” or
“unbelievers.
BUT THEN
What, though, of individuals who study the Bible and associate with the Christian congregation? What of
those who are unbaptized publishers? Are they unbelievers? No. Individuals who have accepted the truth
of the good news and are progressing steadily toward baptism should not be called unbelievers. (Romans
10:10; 2 Corinthians 4:13) Before his baptism Cornelius was called “a devout man and one fearing
God.”—Acts 10:2.
BUT THEN
Would it be wise, then, for a dedicated Christian to pursue courtship and marriage with someone who has
been accepted as an unbaptized publisher, since, strictly speaking, Paul’s counsel recorded at
2 Corinthians 6:14 could not apply in that case? No, that is not wise. Why not? Because of the direct
counsel Paul gave regarding Christian widows. Paul wrote: “She is free to be married to whom she wants,
only in the Lord.” (1 Corinthians 7:39) In harmony with that counsel, dedicated Christians are urged to seek
marriage mates only among those who are “in the Lord.”
What is the meaning of the expression “in the Lord” and the related expression “in Christ”? Paul speaks of
individuals who were “in Christ” or “in the Lord” at Romans 16:8-10 and Colossians 4:7. If you read those
verses, you will see that such ones are ‘fellow workers,’ ‘approved ones,’ ‘beloved brothers,’ ‘faithful
ministers,’ and ‘fellow slaves.’
When does one become a “slave in the Lord”? That happens when he willingly does what a slave has to
do and disowns himself. Jesus explains: “If anyone wants to come after me, let him disown himself and
pick up his torture stake and continually follow me.” (Matthew 16:24) A person begins to follow Christ and
fully subject himself to the will of God when he dedicates himself to God. Thereafter, he offers himself for
baptism and becomes an ordained minister with an approved standing before Jehovah God. So, then, to
‘marry in the Lord’ means to marry someone who has demonstrated that he is truly a believer, a dedicated
“slave of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ.”—James 1:1.
A person who is studying the Bible with Jehovah’s Witnesses and who is making fine spiritual progress is
to be commended. However, he has not yet dedicated himself to Jehovah and committed himself to a life
of service and sacrifice. He is still making necessary changes. He needs to complete the major changes
involved in becoming a dedicated, baptized Christian before contemplating another major life change,
such as marriage.
Would it be advisable for a Christian to pursue courtship with someone who seems to be making good
progress in his Bible study—perhaps with the intention of waiting until he gets baptized before marrying
him? No. The motives of a Bible student could well become confused if he is aware that a dedicated
Christian wants to marry him but will not do so until he is baptized.
AND FINALLY
For the most part, an individual is an unbaptized publisher only for a limited period of time, until he
progresses to the point of baptism. So the above counsel to marry only in the Lord is not unreasonable.
What, though, if someone is of marriageable age, has been brought up in a Christian family, has been
active in the congregation for a number of years, and serves as an unbaptized publisher? Well, what has
held him back from giving his life to Jehovah in dedication? Why does he hesitate? Does he have doubts?
While he is not an unbeliever, he cannot be spoken of as being “in the Lord.”
Paul’s counsel on marriage is for our benefit. (Isaiah 48:17) When both prospective mates have dedicated
themselves to Jehovah, their commitment to each other in marriage has a solid, spiritual foundation. They
share the same values and the same goals. This greatly contributes to a happy union. Moreover, by
‘marrying in the Lord,’ one shows loyalty to Jehovah, and that leads to enduring blessings, for “with
someone loyal [Jehovah] will act in loyalty.”—Psalm 18:25.
So are unbaptized publishers or unbaptized people who regularly attend WTS meetings and comment,
"good association." Will they be invited to social occasions or only conversed with at meetings and their
own study?
Shun unbelievers entirely...no
What does it mean though to show an interest...obviously not going to a soccer game with them, but you
can go with the PO with the season tickets.
"work what is good toward all" if we isolate ourselves from people who might need our help--such as
disfellowshipped/disassociated/even just inactive friends and relatives?
[Picture on page 15] When does association with an unbeliever become unwise?
Q9) What Bible counsel helps us to be balanced in our relationship with our workmates?
9) However, there is a clear difference be¬tween being friendly toward a workmate and being that one's
close companion. Here is where another Scriptural principle enters the picture. The apostle Paul warned
Chris¬tians: "Do not become unevenly yoked with unbelievers." (2 Corinthians 6:14) What is the meaning
of the phrase "do not be¬come unevenly yoked"? Some Bible transla¬tions render those words "do not
team up," "do not try to work together as equals," or "stop forming inappropriate relation¬ships." At what
point does a relationship with a workmate become inappropriate? When does it cross the line and
become an uneven yoking? God's Word, the Bible, can direct your step in this situation.
Clear difference between being friendly toward a workmate and being that one's close companion.
Remember when jws were counseled not to call anyone outside the body of jws "friend," that all others
were just acquaintances? JWs would even interrupt you midstream to correct you. I wonder what some
non-jw spouses thought of that gem?
At what point does a relationship with a workmate become inappropriate? When does it cross the line?
When the elders tell you it is or has.
Q10) (a) How did Jesus choose companions? (b) What questions can help a person to make good
decisions about associations?
10) Consider the example of Jesus, who from creation onward had a love for humans. (Proverbs 8:31)
While on earth, he forged a close bond with his followers. (John 13:1) He even "felt love" for a man who
was religiously misguided. (Mark 10:17-22) But Jesus also set clear boundaries regarding his choice of
close companions. He formed no close ties with people who were not sincerely interested in doing his
Father's will. On one occasion, Jesus stated: "You are my friends if you do what I am commanding you."
(John 15:14) True, you may get along well with a particular workmate. But ask yourself: `Is this person
willing to do what Jesus commands? Does he or she want to learn about Jehovah, the one whom Jesus
instructed us to worship? Does he or she have the same moral standards that I as a Christian have?'
(Matthew 4:10) As you talk with your workmates and insist on applying Bible standards, the answers to
these questions will be evident.
Consider the example of Jesus--finally they found Jesus.
Love for humans..."felt love" for a man who was religiously misguided
Formed no close ties with people who were not sincerely interested--but then Jesus could read hearts, can
you, can the elders, did Jesus leave rules by which to "mark" people and not associate with them?
What happens when a person becomes a jw? How do they treat their non-jw family?
Jesus commands or WTS/FDS/GB commands?
The WTS taught that Jesus taught that the people of Sodom and Gommorah would be resurrected and
changed that "command" 7 times.
same moral standards that I as a Christian (or more specifically only as a jw since we know that non-jws
are not TRUE Christians; after all their worship is tainted with the cross (1931,1936), birthdays (1926), etc.
Dates are when Bible Students (JWs) finally got rid of the taint. Could God have chosen them as the only
TRUE religion in 1919 then?
[Picture on page 16] Jesus' close companions were those who did Jehovah's will
Q11) Cite situations in which God's utterances should guide our steps.
11) There are many other situations in which God's utterances can be like a lamp to our foot. For example,
an unemployed Christian may be offered a sorely needed job. However, the schedule is demanding, and if
he accepts the job, he will be absent for a number of Christian meetings and will miss out on other
activities related to true worship. (Psalm 37:25) Another Christian may be strongly tempted to view
entertainment that clearly violates Bible principles. (Ephesians 4:17-19) Still another might be prone to
take offense at the imperfections of fellow believers. (Colossians 3: 13) In all such situations, we should let
God's Word be a lamp to our foot. Really, by following Bible principles, we can successfully face any
challenge in life. God's Word is "beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for set¬ting things straight, for
disciplining in righteousness."-2 Timothy 3:16.
an unemployed Christian = an unemployed JW only
sorely needed job...schedule is demanding...absent for a number of Christian (WTS) meetings
But men who volunteer to work at the WTS headquarters are required to miss meetings to do their
assignments on a regular basis. In one congregation, there were 12 elders but had at least one elder and
a backup for each of the 5 major elder positions. There were only 3 local elders...who got stuck with most
of the responsibility. The secular work at the headquarters is more important than the sheep in the
congregations.
entertainment that clearly (in the WTS opinion) violates Bible (WTS) principles--Harry Potter is bad but
Disney is good. I heard a speaker once say that DisneyWorld is the closest thing to paradise on earth
today. And he had been to Bethel!
prone to take offense at the imperfections of fellow believers (only jws)
Like your local 'repentant' jw pedophile or adulterous elder who is hitting on your wife
[Picture on page 17] Does our lifestyle demonstrate that we put Kingdom interests first?
"A Light to My Roadway"
Q12) How are God's utterances a light to our roadway?
12) Psalm 119:105 also states that God's utterances can light our roadway, illuminating the path ahead.
We are not left in the dark when it comes to the future, for the Bible explains the meaning of distressing
world conditions and what the outcome will be. Yes, we realize that we are living in "the last days" of this
wicked system of things. (2 Timothy 3:1-5) Knowing what lies ahead should have a profound impact on
how we live now. The apostle Peter wrote: "Since all these things are thus to be dissolved, what sort of
persons ought you to be in holy acts of conduct and deeds of godly devotion, awaiting and keeping close
in mind the presence of the day of Jehovah! "-2 Peter 3:11,12.
Bible explains the meaning of distressing world conditions and what the outcome will be
But the WTS has explained WHEN that outcome will be: 1914, 1915, 1920, 1925, 1940's, 1975, (1984),
(1994) until they ended their doctrine that some of those born in 1914 and before would be alive when the
end came. People born in 1914 are 93 years old today. How much longer will they last?
Profound impact on how we live now.
Note how it impacted on jws in 1974, expecting the end in 1975:
*** km 5/74 p. 3 How Are You Using Your Life? ***
Reports are heard of brothers selling their homes and property and planning to finish out the rest of their
days in this old system in the pioneer service. Certainly this is a fine way to spend the short time remaining
before the wicked world’s end.—1 John 2:17.
Q13) How should the urgency of our times affect our thinking and our lifestyle?
13) Our thinking and our lifestyle should reflect our firm conviction that "the world is passing away and so is
its desire." (1 John 2:17) Applying Bible guidelines will help us to make wise decisions regarding our
future goals. For example, Jesus stated: "Keep on, then, seeking first the kingdom and his righteousness,
and all these other things will be added to you." (Matthew 6:33) How commendable it is to see many young
ones showing faith in Jesus' words by pursuing the full-time ministry! Others--including entire
families--have voluntarily moved to lands where there is a pressing need for Kingdom proclaimers.
thinking and our lifestyle SHOULD reflect our firm conviction that "the world is passing away."
So have you sold your house and property and started pioneering or moved to 'where the need is great' for
Kingdom proclaimers (publishers?)? I guess your "thinking" and your "lifestyle" doesn't reflect the firm
conviction that this world is passing away.
And why aren't non-young ones included more? Do they have a greater obligation to pioneer than there jw
parents who stopped pioneering to get married and have their children?
*** w87 2/1 p. 15 par. 1 Doing Our Utmost to Declare the Good News ***
“A FEW years ago, many of us thought that only those with special circumstances could pioneer,” wrote a
pioneer, or full-time minister, in Japan. “It seems we were wrong. We are learning that only those with
special circumstances cannot pioneer.”
And where are jws in Japan today? Increasing? Decreasing?
Q14) How did one Christian (jw) family expand their ministry?
14) Consider one Christian (jw) family of four who moved from the United States to the Dominican
Republic to serve with a congre¬gation in a town with a population of 50,000. The congregation is made
up of about 130 Kingdom publishers. Yet, on April 12, 2006, some 1,300 attended the Memorial of
Christ's death! The field in that area is so "white for harvesting" that af¬ter just five months, this father,
mother, son, and daughter were conducting a total of 30 Bible studies. (John 4:35) The father explains:
"The congregation has 30 broth¬ers and sisters who have moved here to help out. About 20 are from the
United States, while the rest come from the Bahamas, Canada, Italy, New Zealand, and Spain. They arrive
eager to engage in the ministry and have had a tremendous impact on the enthusiasm of the local
brothers."
Dominican Republic--a destination for many "young ones" in my congregation...basically, a lark and
adventure, a way to get out from mommy and daddy's supervision, many financed by their parents.
Looking for a husband, some poor good-looking brother who wants to get out of DR.
130 publishers but 1300 attended Memorial
Remember when attendance numbers were like that in your congregation? Reports are that
congregations are combining due to loss of numbers and combining memorials with other congregations
giving false impressions that there is a real increase. Just because 30 people show up, doesn't mean 30
people are working.
30 Bible studies - definition of a study, talking 1 minute to the same person 3 different times in the same
month.
30 moved, how many stayed very long and why did they leave? The DR is a very poor country, with
conditions that are not found in the public areas of parts of those countries mentioned.
Tremendous impact--yes 30 people saying "back in my country the WTS had us do it this way" "yes,
brothers, being on time is not showing up 20 minutes late" people too poor to own a watch BTW.
Q15) What blessings have you enjoyed because of putting Kingdom interests first in your life?
15) Understandably, many are not in a po¬sition to move to another land to serve where there is a greater
need. But those who are--or who can adjust their circum¬stances to make themselves available--will surely
experience numerous blessings by sharing in this aspect of the ministry. And no matter where you serve,
do not miss out on the joy that can be yours when you serve Jehovah with all your strength. If you put
Kingdom interests first in your life, Jehovah promises to "empty out upon you a blessing until there is no
more want."-Malachi 3:10.
Understandably, many are not in a position to move....adjust their circumstances...is it a choice?
Do those who "make room" get MORE blessings from God than those who scriptural circumstances are a
barrier?
Benefiting From Jehovah's Guidance
Q16) How will we benefit by letting God's utterances guide us?
16) As we have seen, Jehovah's utterances guide us in two related ways. They serve as a lamp to our foot,
helping us to move for¬ward in the right direction and guiding us when we have to make decisions. And
they light our roadway, enabling us to see clearly what lies ahead. That, in turn, helps us to follow Peter's
admonition: "Brace up your minds for activity, keep your senses com¬pletely; set your hope upon the
undeserved kindness that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ."-1 Peter 1:13.
God's utterances or the WTS/FDS/GB utterances...can you understand the Bible without them?
Right direction--as defined by the WTS/FDS/GB
see clearly what lies ahead--yes the end will come in 1914, 1915, 1920, 1925, 1940's, 1975, 1984,
1994...VERY SOON NOW.
Q17) How will Bible study help us to follow God's direction?
17) There is no doubt that Jehovah provides guidance. The question is, Will you submit to it? To
understand the direction that Jeho¬vah provides, make it your resolve to read a portion of the Bible each
day. Meditate on what you read, try to perceive Jehovah's will in matters, and think of different ways that
the material could apply in your life. (1 Tim¬othy 4:15) Then use your "power of reason" when you make
personal decisions.-Ro¬mans 12:1.
There is no doubt that Jehovah provides guidance--but only the WTS/FDS/GB understand what he is
saying.
Will you submit to it--the WTS/FDS/GB?
Meditate--there is good and bad meditation; do you know the difference?
Use your "power of reason"--but it is better to check with the elders because they will be adjusting in the
near future.
Q18) When we let God's Word guide us, what bless¬ings do we receive?
18) If we allow them to, the principles found in God's Word will enlighten us and give us the guidance we
need when we make decisions about the proper course to follow. We can be confident that Jehovah's
record¬ed utterances make "the inexperienced one wise." (Psalm 19:7) When we allow the Bible to guide
us, we are blessed with a clean conscience and the satisfaction that comes from pleasing Jehovah. (1
Timothy 1:18,19) If we let God's utterances guide our steps each day, Jehovah will reward us with the
ultimate blessing of everlasting life. John 17:3.
God's Word...Bible...God's utterances or WTS utterances and publications
CARROT: reward us with the ultimate blessing of everlasting life.
Do You Recall?
• Why is it important to let Jehovah God guide our steps?
• In what way can God's utterances be a lamp to our foot?
• How can God's utterances be a light to our roadway?
• How will Bible study help us to follow God's direction?
Closing Comments
This is the one punch of a one, two, three punch series of articles. Next to be punched are disobedient jws
that are getting separated and divorced at alarming numbers. Then the week after that "youths" will be
under close scrutiny and the WTS/FDS/GB will have several "goals" they must strive for to be TRUE
Christians.
Blondie has been so grateful for all support. Especially, dear Irreverent. We have our flowers in and the
garden is growing. So if the tornados don't blow us away and we don't get flooded out......
Enjoy life folks; let's try not to poison our present, freedom from the WTS.
Love, Blondie