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  1. Learn From God’s Word! - Will God Provide a World Government? - YES! THE ONLY GOVERNMENT THAT WILL RULE IN JUSTICE SEE WHY... ???

    As a shepherd gathers his sheep, Jesus is already gathering meek people from all nations and teaching them God’s ways of love. (John 10:16; 13:34) Such people become eager supporters of Jesus and his kingship. (Psalm 72:8; Matthew 4:19, 20) Worldwide, Jesus’ loyal subjects are unitedly announcing that Jesus has become King.—Read Matthew 24:14 

    Jesus will soon act with power to relieve mankind of corrupt government. He has chosen some of his loyal followers to rule over the earth as kings with him in heaven. (Daniel 2:44; 7:27) Jesus’ Kingdom will fill the earth with the knowledge of Jehovah and will establish the kind of paradise that was lost at the beginning of human history.—Read Isaiah 11:3, 9; Matthew 19:28. - Bible Speaks - 

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  2. Loving-kindness is a precious quality of Jehovah God in which he delights, and it is manifest in all his dealings with his servants. -  ???

    Look how many were shown his Loving-Kindness in the Bible! - May you also rejoice in this love we have been shown! ~

    (Psalm 36:7) . . .How precious your loving-kindness is, O God! And in the shadow of your wings the sons of men themselves take refuge."

    (Psalm 62:12) . . .Also loving-kindness belongs to you, O Jehovah, For you yourself pay back to each one according to his work. . ."

    (Micah 7:18) 18 Who is a God like you, one pardoning error and passing over transgression of the remnant of his inheritance? He will certainly not hold onto his anger forever, for he is delighting in loving-kindness. . ." Were this not the case, they would have perished long ago.

    (Lamentations 3:22) . . .It is the acts of loving-kindness of Jehovah that we have not come to our finish, because his mercies will certainly not come to an end."

    Thus, Moses could plead in behalf of rebellious Israel, both on the basis of JehovahÂ’s great name and because He is a God of loving-kindness. - Bible Speaks -

    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2002364?q=Loving+kindness&p=par

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  3.  

    JW Victims of Highway 2 crash identified

    Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Dave Mills says a 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser was westbound when it hit black ice and the driver lost control. Mills says the vehicle slid off the northern shoulder of the highway, rolled and struck several trees.

    Both victims were thrown from the vehicle when it rolled, and died at the scene.

    Four other occupants of the vehicle were taken to Kalispell Regional Medical Center; their injuries were not life-threatening.

    The Montana Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the crash.


    (NOVEMBER 22, 2017) Two people died in a crash after hitting black ice early Tuesday in Flathead County. The one-vehicle crash happened along U.S. Highway 2 at mile marker 88 near McGregor Lake shortly before 1:30 a.m.

    Montana Highway Patrol Trooper Dave Mills says a 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser was westbound when it hit black ice and the driver lost control. Mills says the vehicle slid off the northern shoulder of the highway, rolled and struck several trees. There were five passengers in the vehicle.

    A 33-year-old woman and 31-year-old man -- who were seated in the third row of the vehicle and were not wearing seatbelts, according the MHP -- were thrown from the vehicle and died at the scene. The names of the victims have not yet been released.

    The other four passengers in the vehicle were wearing seatbelts and were not seriously hurt. They were taken to Kalispell Regional Medical Center. Mills says all of the passengers in the vehicle were from the Kalispell area, and that speed and alcohol are not factors in the crash. 

    Mills says drivers should take extra precaution at night when wet roads, combined with a drop in temperatures, can create black ice: "Wear seat belts and be aware that when the roads are wet and the air temperature is near freezing that black ice can occur."

    The names of the two victims have not yet been released.

    http://www.krtv.com/story/36919921/victims-of-highway-2-crash-identified

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  4. True, indeed, is the Bible proverb: “As apples of gold in silver carvings is a word spoken at the right time for it.”—Proverbs 25:11. -

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    A Letter That Touched Her Heart

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    One traveling overseer remembers well one occasion when he and his wife returned to their accommodations after a very chilly winter day in the ministry.

    He says: “My wife was cold and discouraged, and she told me that she felt she couldn’t continue. ‘How much better,’ she said, ‘it would be to serve in the full-time ministry with a congregation, stay in one place, and conduct our own Bible studies.’ I deferred any decision, saying that we would continue for the rest of the week and see how she felt by then. If she still felt strongly about quitting, I would respect her feelings.

    That same day, we stopped at the post office and found a letter from the branch office that was addressed to her personally. The letter contained warm commendation for her efforts in the field ministry and her endurance, acknowledging how difficult it can be to sleep in a different bed every week.

    She was so touched by that commendation that she never again spoke of leaving the traveling work. In fact, several times she encouraged me to continue when I thought of quitting.” This couple remained in the traveling work for almost 40 years. -

    Who’s Heart can you touch today? 

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    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2006005?q=I+spoken+word+at+the+right+time&p=par

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  5. Serving Without Regrets – ??????????

    “Forgetting the things behind and stretching forward to the things ahead.”—PHIL. 3:13. -

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    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) -

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    Some have the tendency to let past failings overwhelm them to the point that they feel that they are unworthy in GodÂ’s eyes. They may feel beyond the reach of GodÂ’s mercy because they strayed off course either so far or so often. The fact is, though, that no matter what they may have done in the past, they can repent, change, and ask for forgiveness. (Acts 3:19)

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    Jehovah’s mercy and loving-kindness can be extended to them, even as it has been to so many others. Jehovah will look kindly upon a humble, honest one and upon his heartfelt repentance. God did that for Job, who said: “I do repent [“feel regret,” ftn.] in dust and ashes.” (Job 42:6)

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    We all must follow the divine formula for acquiring peace of mind: “He that is covering over his transgressions will not succeed, but he that is confessing and leaving them will be shown mercy.” (Prov. 28:13; Jas. 5:14-16)

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    Thus, we can confess to God, pray for his forgiveness, and take steps to right the wrong. (2 Cor. 7:10, 11) If we have done these things, then we can enjoy the mercy of the One who ‘forgives in a large way.’—Isa. 55:7.

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    Rather than fretting over our past, dwelling on what cannot be undone, we should stretch forward to what lies ahead. No, we may not literally forget past mistakes, but we need not constantly berate ourselves for them. We can strive to put the past behind us, serve God to the best of our ability now, and look ahead to the glorious future!

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    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2013046?q=phil+3%3A13&p=par

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  6. Be Determined to “Let Your Brotherly Love Continue”! ?????

    “Let your brotherly love continue.”—HEB. 13:1.

    (Hebrews 13:3) “Keep in mind those in prison, as though you were imprisoned with them, and those being mistreated, since you yourselves also are in the body.”

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    Soon the destructive winds of the greatest tribulation of all time will be released. (Mark 13:19; Rev. 7:1-3)

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    Then, we will do well to heed this inspired counsel: “Go, my people, enter your inner rooms, and shut your doors behind you. Hide yourself for a brief moment until the wrath has passed by.” (Isa. 26:20) These “inner rooms” may refer to our congregations. That is where we come together as brothers and sisters to worship Jehovah. But it is not enough for us to meet together regularly. Paul reminded the Hebrew Christians that they should use such occasions to incite one another “to love and fine works.” (Heb. 10:24, 25)

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    We need to develop our brotherly love now, for it will help us during whatever tests and trials we may face in the future.

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    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2016042#h=23:0-24:636

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  7. Asked my Cranial Teacher ??‍? he said he asked Jesus if you make wine ? from water Can I have wine? His answer came back (?) no drink water!

    Lesson he learned was; I was addicted so immediately stopped.

    Currently studying his knowledge of God’s Word is growing and he’s not an Alcoholic anymore. True story!

    Maybe in New World ? he will drink ? perfect wine like Jesus made. 

     

  8. Making Whole-Souled Sacrifices for Jehovah - ???????

    (Colossians 3:23)Whatever you are doing, work at it whole-souled as for Jehovah, and not for men.” -

    As we go about our everyday lives, it might seem difficult to relate our activities to making sacrifices for Jehovah. Housework, schoolwork, secular work, shopping, and the like might on the surface seem to have little to do with spiritual concerns.

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    However, if you have dedicated your life to Jehovah or hope to do so in the near future, then the spirit with which you approach mundane activities is important. We are Christians 24 hours a day.

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    Scriptural principles need to be applied in every aspect of our lives. Whatever we can do in JehovahÂ’s service, all of us can offer acceptable spiritual sacrifices to him. In our conduct, we need to observe righteous principles carefully, mindful that we represent Jehovah at all times. In faith, we put full trust in the outworking of GodÂ’s purposes.

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    In fine works, we help spread the good news. Out of our heartÂ’s abundance and out of appreciation for all that Jehovah has done for us, let us continue to make whole-souled sacrifices for Jehovah. -

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    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2012045?q=col+3%3A23&p=par

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  9. A People Taught Jehovah’s Way -

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    “Come, you people, and let us go up to the mountain of Jehovah, to the house of the God of Jacob; and he will instruct us about his ways, and we will walk in his paths.’ - (Isaiah 2:3.)

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    Jehovah does not let his people wander about like lost sheep. Through the Bible and Bible-based publications, he imparts to them his “law” and his “word” so that they learn his ways. This knowledge equips them to “walk in his paths.”

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    Out of hearts filled with appreciation and in harmony with divine direction, they speak to one another about the ways of Jehovah. They gather together at large conventions and in smaller groups—at Kingdom Halls and in private homes—so as to listen to and learn the ways of God. (Deuteronomy 31:12, 13) Thus they imitate the pattern of the early Christians, who met together to encourage and incite one another to abound in “love and fine works.”—Hebrews 10:24, 25.

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    They invite others to “go up” to the exalted worship of Jehovah God. How well this harmonizes with the command Jesus gave to his disciples just before his ascension to heaven! He told them: “Go therefore and make disciples of people of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the holy spirit, teaching them to observe all the things I have commanded you.” (Matthew 28:19, 20)

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    With divine backing, Jehovah’s Witnesses obediently go throughout the earth, teaching and making disciples, baptizing them. You are invited to “come” and find peace and the “joy of Jehovah” today! -

    Visit a Kingdom Hall today! -

    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/1102000024?q=isaiah+2%3A4-8&p=par

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  10. How Does Color Affect You?

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    As you look around, your eye and brain work together to gather information. You notice a piece of fruit nearby and decide whether you want to eat it. You look at the sky and decide that it will not rain today. You see the words you are now reading and sort out the meaning. Actually, you are being affected by color. Really?

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    The color of the fruit you saw helps you to decide its ripeness and desirability. The color of the sky and clouds helps you to know the weather. As you read the words of this article, your eyes are comfortable with the color contrast between the text and the background. Yes, perhaps without noticing it, you constantly use color to help you process information about the world around you. But color also has an impact on your emotions.

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    THE EMOTIONAL IMPACT OF COLOR

    As you walk down the aisles of a store, you are surrounded by an array of packaging that is designed to catch your eye. Whether you realize it or not, advertisers carefully select colors and color combinations to appeal to your specific desires, your gender, and your age group. Home decorators, clothing designers, and artists also know that colors can evoke emotional response.

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    People may interpret colors in different ways because of local culture and customs. For example, some people in Asia associate red with good fortune and celebration, but in parts of Africa, red is the color of mourning. Despite their upbringing, however, humans share the same emotional response to certain colors. Let us consider three colors and how they can affect you.

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    RED has very high visibility. Red has often been associated with energy, war, and danger. It is an emotionally intense color and can enhance human metabolism, increase respiration rate, and raise blood pressure.

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    In the Bible, the Hebrew word for “red” comes from a word meaning “blood.” The Bible uses bright red, or scarlet, to paint a memorable image of a murderous prostitute dressed in purple and scarlet riding on “a scarlet-colored wild beast . . . full of blasphemous names.”—Revelation 17:1-6.

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    GREEN prompts a reaction opposite to that of red, for it slows metabolism and produces a calming effect. Green is a restful color and is often associated with tranquillity. We feel relaxed when we see green gardens and hillsides. The Genesis account of creation says that God provided green grass and vegetation for mankind.—Genesis 1:11, 12, 30.

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    WHITE is often associated with light, safety, and cleanness. It is also connected with the qualities of goodness, innocence, and purity. White is the color most often mentioned in the Bible. In visions, humans and angels are shown dressed in white, emphasizing righteousness and spiritual cleanness. (John 20:12; Revelation 3:4; 7:9, 13, 14) White horses with riders wearing white, clean linen symbolize righteous warfare. (Revelation 19:14) God uses the color white to emphasize that he is willing to forgive sins: “Though the sins of you people should prove to be as scarlet, they will be made white just like snow.”—Isaiah 1:18.

    COLOR AS A MEMORY TOOL

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    The Bible’s use of color demonstrates God’s understanding of the human emotional response to color. For example, the Bible book of Revelation foretells our current human experience, including war, famine, and unnatural death from food shortage and plague. To help us remember this, a striking vision introduces us to riders on horses—not just regular horses but color-coded ones.

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    First, there is a pure-white horse, which symbolizes the righteous warfare of Christ Jesus. Next, we see a fiery-red horse, which represents warfare between nations. This horse is followed by an ominous black horse, which designates famine. Then we see a “pale horse; and the one seated upon it had the name Death.” (Revelation 6:1-8) The color of each horse can evoke an emotional response within us that matches the symbolism of the horse. We can easily remember these colored horses and what they teach us about our day.

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    There are many examples in the Bible of the use of color to paint vivid word pictures. Yes, the Creator of light, color, and the human eye masterfully uses color as a teaching tool to portray images that are understandable and memorable to readers. Color helps us to gather and process information. Color affects our emotions. Color can help us remember important concepts. Color is a loving gift from our Creator to help us enjoy life.

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    After Noah and his family emerged from the ark, God showed them a colorful rainbow as a sign of His promise never again to use a flood to destroy mankind. That memorable and colorful symbol must have stood out in their minds as strikingly beautiful.—Genesis 9:12-17.

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    Evolutionists may wonder why humans have the ability to discern a wide range of colors, since the ability to see in color is not needed for survival. However, if we acknowledge that a Creator designed us with the ability to enjoy so many colors, we view this gift as an act of love intended to help us enjoy life.

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    Lesson for today. (Psalms 148:7-9)

    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2013730#h=1:0-23:313

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  11. What Can We Learn From the Birds ? of Heaven?

    The eagle is mentioned many times in the Bible, and its striking silhouette is a familiar feature of the Promised Land. From its nest high up on a cliff, the eagle “searches for food; its eyes look far into the distance.” (Job 39:27-29) Its sight is so powerful that the eagle can reportedly spot a rabbit half a mile (1 km) away.

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    Just as the eagle can “look far into the distance,” Jehovah is able to look far into the future. Thus, Jehovah God declared: “From the beginning I foretell the outcome, and from long ago the things that have not yet been done.” (Isaiah 46:10) By heeding Jehovah’s counsel, we can benefit from his matchless wisdom and foresight.—Isaiah 48:17, 18.

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    The Bible also compares those who trust in God to eagles: “Those hoping in Jehovah will regain power. They will soar on wings like eagles.” (Isaiah 40:31) An eagle soars by using thermals, or columns of rising warm air. Once the eagle locates a thermal, it spreads out its wings and circles around within the column of air, rising higher and higher. The eagle does not depend on its own strength to soar and glide long distances. Likewise, those who trust in Jehovah can look to him as the one who promises them “the power beyond what is normal.”—2 Corinthians 4:7, 8. May you look to God for hope that can enable you to soar like an eagle. May you come to Jesus for spiritual truth that safeguards you the way a mother hen does her chicks. And may the stork remind you to stay alert to the significance of world events that mark our time. -

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    Bible Speaks https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2016404?q=soar+like+eagles&p=par

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  12. 3 hours ago, John Houston said:

    No, man could never make a paradise. He could never have harmony and peace with the lifeforms which would inhabit that space and the balance needed to correctly imbue the love Jehovah showed when he first created life on this planet; perfectly could not be replicated by man. Only the Original Creator can bring about paradise on earth, and he will do so through his Messianic Kingdom with his only begotten Son as King!

    @John Houston

    Amen to that!

    Matthew 6:10

    ”Let your Kingdom come.”

  13. How Would YOU Be Graded on This Test? - A chaplain organized a seminar called "moral recovery program" as per instruction by the President of the Philippines Fidel Ramos.  ???

    kimoon4- with a CO couple from Philippines -
    Repost with their sharing experience ?

    It all started when I was a special pioneer with my wife in a small island of Agutaya, province of Palawan, Philippines. A chaplain organized a seminar called "moral recovery program" as per instruction by the President of the Philippines Fidel Ramos.

    Invited were teachers, councillors, policemen, barangay captains, religious leaders, Mayor and Vice Mayor. After discussing grafts and corruptions, he gave a psychological test mentioning that anyone who got zero in this test means a likewise contributor of corruption and deserves to be put to shame. His instructions was that he will mention 5 facts that will be answered Right or Wrong but reversed the answer upon writing in a piece of paper which we didn't follow.

    One sample of question was : the unrighteous one must follow the righteous one as their model. After checking the paper, it so happen that all the 5 facts mentioned was Right but everybody answered Wrong by following the instruction.

    After seeing the result, the chaplain was amazed, " is that only the representative of Jehovah Witnesses who got zero result?... the fact is, their answers all are true!” Then, the chaplain was asking me, ”why you did not follow the instruction?" I answered, because we need to follow Jesus' advice to let your word "yes mean yes, your no, no". (Matt 5:37)

    The other participants were shouting and began protesting the result of the test, by saying "We just follow the instruction given, it's so unfair!". Then the chaplain said.. "The lesson of this test can be illustrated like this, how if your father ask you to kill people, then will you kill?!" Jehovah Witnesess' zero result proved that they firmly hold their strong moral standard. 

    The chaplain said to the audience."there's nothing wrong to attend the church services of the kingdomhall of Jehovah's Witnesses." The wife of pentacostal church approached me and said.."Bro, what you have done is right".

    After that test, people living at that area and nearby become more respect of JW ministry activity. ???

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  14. Pursue Peace ???

    “Let us pursue the things making for peace.”—ROM. 14:19.

     What if we have been wronged in some small way? Should we expect the offender to come to us and apologize? “[Love] does not keep account of the injury,” states 1 Corinthians 13:5. When offended, we pursue peace by forgiving and forgetting, that is, by ‘not keeping account of the injury.’ (Read Colossians 3:13.) 

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    Minor transgressions in day-to-day life are best handled in this way, for this contributes to a peaceful relationship with fellow worshippers and gives us peace of mind. A wise proverb states: “It is beauty . . . to pass over transgression.”—Prov. 19:11. 

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    What if we find that a certain offense is too difficult for us to overlook? Spreading the matter to as many ears as are willing to hear is certainly not the course of wisdom. 

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    Such gossip serves only to disrupt the peace of the congregation. What should be done to resolve the matter peacefully? 

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    Matthew 18:15 states: “If your brother commits a sin, go lay bare his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother.” 

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    While Matthew 18:15-17 applies to sin of a serious nature, in the spirit of the principle stated in verse 15, we should kindly approach the offender privately and try to restore a peaceful relationship with him. 

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    The apostle Paul wrote: “Be wrathful, and yet do not sin; let the sun not set with you in a provoked state, neither allow place for the Devil.” (Eph. 4:26, 27) “Be about settling matters quickly with the one complaining against you at law,” said Jesus. (Matt. 5:25) 

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    Pursuing peace, then, calls for settling difficulties quickly. Why? Because doing so prevents differences from festering like an untreated, infected wound. 

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    Let us not allow pride, envy, or the attaching of too much importance to material things prevent us from resolving disputes soon after they arise. How good it is, therefore, lovingly to cover over the mistakes of others. “The one covering over transgression is seeking love,” says God’s Word, “and he that keeps talking about a matter is separating those familiar with one another.” (Prov. 17:9) 

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    Complying with those words will help all of us to preserve peace in the congregation and maintain a good relationship with Jehovah. 

    Lesson for today. (Matt 6:14, 15)

    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2011611?q=been+wronged&p=par#h=25

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  15. Fancy a Fungus? ????

    IN ANCIENT Egypt the Pharaohs prized mushrooms as delicacies. They became the preserve of the royal family. The Romans called mushrooms food of the gods and served them only on special occasions. The ancient Greeks held mushroom feasts and believed that mushrooms empowered their warriors for battle.

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    Today, however, mushrooms are not just for the elite. People all over the world enjoy eating them! What about you? If you fancy mushrooms, do you know what you are eating? Are mushrooms animals, vegetables, or something else? How are they grown? Are they nutritious? And if you see mushrooms in the wild, what should you do? Edible mushrooms are highly nutritious and are a valuable source of fiber, protein, minerals, and vitamins. Some 2,000 varieties are also known to have medicinal properties. According to one medical review, mushroom extracts have more than 100 medicinal uses, including combating cancer, hepatitis, AIDS, Alzheimer’s disease, and high cholesterol.

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    It can be very dangerous to gather mushrooms in the wild, however. The death cap mushroom (Amanita phalloides), among others, closely resembles edible varieties yet is deadly. So follow the rule: Never eat mushrooms from the wild unless a mushroom expert identifies them as safe to eat! Of course, commercially grown varieties are safe to consume. They are, in fact, delicious treats that were once reserved for royalty!

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    - Bible Speaks -

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    Created by Jehovah God! Amazing is it not?

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  16. “Everything He Has Made Pretty”

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    Artists have long recognized the golden proportion as the most pleasing to our eyes. What makes plantsform new growths precisely at this intriguing angle? Many people conclude that this is but another example of intelligent design in living things.

    In contemplating the design of living things and our capacity to find pleasure in them, many discern the hand of a Creator who wants us to enjoy life. Of our Creator the Bible says: “Everything he has made pretty in its time.”—Ecclesiastes 3:11.

    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/102006328?q=plants&p=par

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  17. "In Jehovah the God of Israel he trusted."—2 Ki. 18:5. – ???????

    King Sennacherib of Assyria sent his representatives—including Rabshakeh—to Jerusalem along with a heavy military force. King Hezekiah of Judah went to the house of Jehovah and began praying: “O Jehovah our God, save us, please, out of his hand, that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that you, O Jehovah, are God alone.” (2 Ki. 19:14-19) 

    Hezekiah acted in harmony with his prayer. Even before going up to the temple to pray, he instructed the people not to respond to Rabshakeh’s taunts. Hezekiah also sent a delegation to Isaiah the prophet, seeking his advice. (2 Ki. 18:36; 19:1, 2) 

    Hezekiah took steps that he could rightly take. He did not try to seek support from Egypt or from neighboring nations. Rather than lean upon his own understanding, Hezekiah trusted in Jehovah. After Jehovah’s angel struck down 185,000 of Sennacherib’s men, Sennacherib “pulled away” and returned to Nineveh.—2 Ki. 19:35,36.

    https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/2005283?q=2+kings+18%3A5&p=par

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