“Carry out your ministry fully”

Strengthen your relationship with Jehovah

Study and meditation
According to Isaiah's prophecy, what role did divine education play in the close relationship that was
forged between Jehovah and his only begotten Son? Isaiah 50:4-5

 He played a fundamental role, because with this Jehovah trained his son and the education was so
effective that Jesus Christ became the magnificent instructor of humanity. In turn, Jesus Christ, he
allowed himself to be instructed, was eager to learn what undoubtedly brought them closer together.

What should be our objective when studying? Matthew 22:37

 Know Jehovah to love him and serve him with all our being

What did Jehovah ask of the kings of Israel? Deuteronomy 17:18-20

 Make for yourself a copy of the law that Moses wrote by divine inspiration and was under the care of
the Levite priests

According to these verses, what are the benefits of reading the Bible daily?

 Fear Jehovah, keep his Law and regulations, put it into practice.
 Perceive in these things the hand of the creator, the fulfillment of biblical prophecies and the
development of the Divine purpose of blessing obedient humanity.

How will we cultivate the desire to read and study the Bible? 1 Peter 2:2

 Reflect on the influence that what I am going to study should have on my life.
 Meditate on the ways in which what you have learned can help others through preaching

Why does daily Bible reading bring you closer to God? Joshua 1:8 and 2 Chronicles 15:2

 The daily examination of the scriptures brings us closer to him because we get to know him thoroughly,
we can see more clearly his qualities that in themselves are very attractive.

How would you define Meditation, and what should we meditate on for it to be beneficial? Psalm 19:14,
77:12 1 Timothy 4:13

 Action of thinking carefully, concentrating on something and thinking about it carefully and attentively.
“Talk under your breath” Read quietly”
 Meditate on the splendor and works of Jehovah, as well as on the things that please him

Why is it not a mere intellectual matter to come to know God? John 17:3

 Acquiring knowledge helps us reach the measure of stature that belongs to the fullness of the Christ. It
helps us know Jehovah's will, as well as his qualities to obey him out of love. Spiritual growth or
maturity.

How does Samuel's example demonstrate what it means to come to know Jehovah? 1 Samuel 3:7

 Pay attention to Jehovah, listen to Jehovah when reading and meditate daily on the Bible. Listening to
obey strengthens our faith.
  Knowing Jehovah in a very special way, transmitting messages of judgment to the wicked and of hope
to the oppressed.
 Samuel strengthened his faith despite bad influences, he did not allow them to shape his dedication to
Jehovah, the result was that Jehovah revealed messages of judgment to him and Samuel was an
eyewitness of the fulfillment of the word of God.

Of what use is it to investigate the deep truths of the Bible? Acts 4:13

 Jehovah gives knowledge to little ones; Jesus Christ and his disciples did not have secular education,
for them the most important thing was to be guided by the word of God and to be Wise about what is
good.
 Through deeper knowledge we make sure of the most important things
 Being fully convinced we firmly adhere to what is excellent
 In all things God be glorified through Jesus Christ

How should we view the deepest biblical teachings? Psalm 25:4

 As part of Jehovah's loving kindness, since he is the source of knowledge, thanks to his loving
kindness, he guides us, instructs us, makes us know his ways.
 We know your way of thinking

Why do we depend on the “faithful and discreet slave” to grasp the deepest truths of the Bible?
Matthew 24:45 and Acts 8:26-31

 The apostles received training from Jesus Christ to play their role. Christians anointed by holy spirit
recognize this channel with complete clarity.
 Christ used this small group of men to clarify doctrinal issues, as well as to supervise and direct the
task of preaching and teaching the good news of the Kingdom.
 Spiritual prosperity is only possible with Divine blessing

How did Jesus demonstrate in an exemplary way that he valued the word of God? Matthew 4:4 and
Hebrews 12:2

 He cited her frequently, as he considered her the highest teaching authority.

 He openly acknowledged that he sought to do Jehovah's will and follow his guidance.
 Eating or feeding is a basic need for human beings, however, our life depends on being obedient to
Jehovah, not on bread.
 He humbly demonstrated that he trusted Jehovah to provide him with spiritual food and guidance.

In what ways does observing creation strengthen our relationship with God? Romans 1:20

 Creation confirms to us the existence of a wise, powerful and loving creator.

 We can perceive Jehovah's qualities through his creation, as well as strengthen our confidence in
his power and love.

Let's show our love to Jehovah

What is the relationship between knowledge and love? Philippians 1:9-10

 Love awakens interest, and interest stimulates us to learn

 The more we know about Jehovah, the more we love him, because the valuable truths we learn
about Jehovah and his purposes should make us love our heavenly father more.
 Fear, respect and love are born from the knowledge we have of Jehovah, hence knowledge and
love always go hand in hand.

How do we know that our love for Jehovah is demonstrated by actions and not just by the intensity
of feelings? 1John 2:5 and 5:3
  Jesus said: If someone loves me, he will observe my word, that is, he will be obedient and
obedience is demonstrated with actions, not with intentions of the heart.

Explain with the texts from the following list how we prove that our love for God is authentic:

 Romans 10:10 Preaching, making known the good news of the Kingdom. If we have Faith we
express it through preaching.
 2 Corinthians 7:1 Molding our lives to God's righteous standards. Maintaining a clean conscience
before Jehovah.
 Ephesians 4:15 Being truthful, speaking the truth. living the truth
 1 Timothy 5:1 Hating what the Lord hates. Cultivating a love without hypocrisy.
 Hebrews 10:23-25 Strengthen faith through meetings, Christian fellowship, exchange of stimulation
that provokes reactions. Effectively influence, be able to provoke action.
 1 John 3:17-18 Be kind to our brothers who are in need. Give or share material things and dedicate
time to them. Be hospitable. Share according to each person's needs.

How does Jesus' example of love and obedience benefit us?

 It benefits us by demonstrating that it is possible to be obedient despite living in an evil world.

 Every day we have to decide one way or another whether we will do things Jehovah's way.
 We must obey him and respect his righteous principles just as Jesus did, for Jehovah promises to
reward our faithfulness.

In what sense do we show sincere love for Jehovah by using his name? John 17:6-8 and 26

 In a spiritual sense. By declaring the name of Jehovah we help to magnify his name Psalm 145:3
the greatness of Jehovah is unsearchable.

How can we follow Jesus' advice to maintain our deep love for Jehovah? Revelation 2:1-5

 Continue cultivating endurance

 Do not let ourselves be fooled by philosophies or the vain deception of the power of wealth
 Do not give up doing what is right according to Jehovah's standards and principles
 Not allowing our brotherly love to cool despite the circumstances

What does our obedience say about the relationship we have with Jehovah?

 It shows how much we know and love him. We are not obedient by nature, so we must study the
Bible diligently to strengthen our relationship with Jehovah and strengthen our faith so that
obedience becomes easier.

Let us draw closer to God through prayer

Why should we consider prayer an immense privilege?

 There is no nation or religion that has the privilege of having its god as close as we do.
 Jehovah is the only God, universal sovereign who hears and answers our prayers according to his will
as indicated in 1 Kings 18:36
 We perceive how the peace of God that surpasses all thought is the direct result of communicating to
the Universal Sovereign every concern that overloads our hearts (Philippians 4:6-7)

How important was prayer to Jesus?

 It was of vital importance, as he sought occasions to have frank and open communication with his
Father.
 Despite being a sociable man, Jesus Christ sought moments of solitude that would allow him to speak
with Jehovah from the heart.
How does constant prayer strengthen our relationship with Jehovah?

 Just as good and continuous communication nourishes a friendship, sincere and constant prayer
strengthens our friendship with Jehovah.
 These should never be mechanical or repetitive out of respect for the Universal Sovereign.
 At all times and under any circumstances we can approach Jehovah, cry out to him, and find comfort
and hope.

Why is it important to be aware of Jehovah’s answers to our prayers?

 When we receive a response from Jehovah we perceive qualities such as power, love, loving-kindness
and the desire he has to help us, thus proving that only Jehovah is good.
 Being attentive also helps us be grateful for the loving kindness that Jehovah shows us daily.
 Appreciate the various forms of help, comfort, hope, endurance and thank them

What reveals that Jesus did not trust in his own strength to endure the trials?

 The fact that he answered with the Scriptures shows that he was humble and did not trust his own
wisdom.
 The fact that he referenced the Scriptures before making a decision makes it clear that he fully trusted
his Father's guidance rather than relying on his own wisdom.
 Remaining vigilant to resist the temptation to give a personal response, we must rely on the wisdom of
Jehovah

When praying, how do we manifest the same trust in Jehovah that Jesus had?

 By imitating the model of humility of Jesus Christ and recognizing that all good things come from
Jehovah. Giving all praise to Jehovah and thanking all the good he has done for us.
 By not doubting and praying with faith.
 1 John 5:14 Let us fully trust in Jehovah who hears the prayer of the righteous who cries out for his help

The New World Translation (part 1)

The best translation
Why was a new Translation needed?

 Most of the translations are the work of clerics and missionaries of Christianity and to a greater or
lesser extent manifested the influence of pagan philosophies and anti-biblical traditions.

What steps were taken to produce the New World Translation of the Christian Greek Scriptures?

 Committee of translators formed by Anointed Christians

 October 1946 Nathan H. Knor proposes producing new version of the Christian Greek Scriptures
 The translation begins on December 2, 1947
 Finalized text is submitted for review by the Translation Committee, which is made up of Christians
Anointed by the Holy Spirit
 September 3, 1949, the boards of directors of the New York and Pennsylvania corporations of the
Society were called to a meeting.
 Completely new version translated from the original Greek

When and where was this new Translation presented?

 On August 2, 1950, on the fourth day of the international assembly in New York, he appeared before
82,075 attendees.
What did translating the Hebrew Scriptures entail?

 Pay attention to communicating as literally as possible what the original language said
 Translate uniformly, communicate accurately the action or state of verbs, use simple language, easy to
understand
 Include the name of God in the original text

When were the volumes presented to the public?

 They were published in 5 volumes that were presented in succession from 1953 -1960.
 It took 12 years, 3 months and 11 days to complete the New World Translation

Principles of Bible Translation

Why isn't the strictly literal translation always the most accurate?

 It does not express the meaning of the biblical passage because:

 No two languages have exactly the same grammar, vocabulary and way of expressing ideas.
o They differ in the way they construct sentences to express ideas.
 The meaning of a word or expression can vary depending on the context in which it is used.

Give examples of errors in understanding the text due to a literal translation

 Ephesians 4:4 “men's game of dice” an expression that refers to the practice of cheating with the
fingers. The literal translation is meaningless; A clearer translation is: the tricks of men, that is, it refers
to deception.
 Romans 12:11 “in the spirit, seething” an unnatural expression. The clearest translation is: to be radiant
or dazzling, with the spirit

How do doctrinal prejudices influence the work of a translator?

 They promote ideas that support their doctrines; for example when inserting terms like Hell, Trinity,
Purgatory, etc.

What liberties have some translators taken regarding the use of Jehovah's name?

 Delete the personal name of God

 They omitted the divine name completely or kept it only in some places

Is the New World Translation a paraphrased Bible?

 No, it is not, because it is more accurate in its translation. The free translation does not mention the
specific behaviors that the apostle Paul tells us to avoid.

What should a good translation achieve?

 The New World Translation achieves:

o Accurately conveys the original message
o Communicate the correct meaning of a word or phrase
o Use simple language that invites reading

How did the Bible get to us?

Why is it necessary to copy manuscripts?

 The ink and skin were threatened by moisture, mold, and various types of worms; so it was necessary
to make copies and preserve them as long as possible

Who were the Soferim and the Masoretes?

  Professional copyists of the Hebrew Scriptures
 Masters of translation, they lived between the 6th and 10th centuries CE.

How did they contribute to the preservation of the Bible?

 By making meticulous copies

What is the Leningrad codex?

 Dating back to the year 1008, it is the world's oldest complete copy of the Hebrew Scriptures;
established the text of most modern critical editions of the Hebrew Bible. It is located in the National
Library of Russia

What does the comparison between the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Masoretic text of Isaiah confirm?

 That these manuscripts faithfully transmit the Word of God

 The book of Isaiah offers irrefutable proof that the transmission of the biblical text over more than a
thousand years at the hands of Jewish copyists had been extremely faithful and careful.
 The Dead Sea Scrolls confirm the value for textual comparison of both the Septuagint and the
Samaritan Pentateuch
 Confirms decision taken by the New World Translation Committee to reinstate the name of Jehovah in
places where it had been deleted from the Masoretic text

Not all ancient biblical manuscripts use the same terms. What example illustrates the origin of the differences?

 If you ask 100 people to copy a long document, no doubt some will make a mistake, but no one will
make the same mistake; By comparing the various copies it is easier to identify and isolate errors.

Why are Bible students not concerned about this circumstance?

 Experts on the subject point out that “the transmission of the text of the Hebrew Bible is of extraordinary
rigor, unparalleled in classical Greco-Roman literature” J. Trebolle. “The existing evidence of the
writings of the New Testament is greater than that of many classical authors, the authority of whom no
one dreams of calling into question” F. Bruce

What text served as the basis for the first edition of the New World Translation of the Hebrew Scriptures?

 The Masoretic Hebrew text

 The Leningrad Codex
 Hebrew Bible

What master Greek text did the New World Bible Translation Committee use in the mid-20th century to
translate the Christian Greek Scriptures?

 Greek text by Bover, Merk, UBS

 Septuagint

The name of God in the Hebrew-Aramaic Scriptures

Why do many versions of the Bible not have God's name?

 Because they prefer to use titles or qualifiers

What reasons do some translators give for omitting Jehovah's name?

 They think that the almighty does not need an exclusive name
 They follow the Jewish tradition of not using the name of God for fear of profaning it
 There is no way to know how to pronounce it exactly, so the best option is to use a title or qualifier.

Why are these baseless?

  Because the same people who argue against using the name of God because they do not know its
exact pronunciation, do use the name of Jesus despite not knowing its exact pronunciation.

Why does the New World Translation use the form Jehovah?

 Bernardino Rebolledo's 1661 translation of the Psalms uses the form Jehovah
 Biblist Joseph Bayant Rotherham used the English form Jehovah because he considered it the most
familiar and acceptable form.
 What is really important is not the exact pronunciation, but recognizing that it is a proper name and not
a simple appellative title.

What does the name of Jehovah mean?

 He Causes It to Be
 Jehovah created all things and accomplishes everything he intends


Why do the words at Exodus 3:14 not completely define Jehovah’s name?

 “I WILL TURN OUT TO BE WHAT I TURN OUT TO BE”

 I will become whatever I want
 The name Jehovah comes from a verb that means “To become” and is in a causative form, not just a
formative one. Hence, no matter what happens, your will and purpose will become a reality.

The name of God in the Christian Greek Scriptures

When the Tetragrammaton appears in quotes from the Hebrew Scriptures, what do most translators do?

 They do not include the name of Jehovah, they replace it with the title Lord

How many times does Jehovah's name appear in the Christian Greek scriptures of the New World Translation?

 237 times in the Christian Greek Scriptures

What two facts did the New World Bible Translation Committee rely on to use the name Jehovah in the
Christian Greek Scriptures?

 In the fact that the Greek manuscripts we have today are not the originals; most were made at least
200 years after the originals
 The copyists of the time changed the Tetragrammaton for the term Kyrios = Lord
 The Committee considered that there was strong evidence that the Tetragrammaton appeared in the
original Greek manuscripts; This fact was confirmed when manuscripts were found in the Qumran
region.

How will you help Bible students and others benefit from this information about the use of Jehovah's name in
the Bible?
What do you think of the New World Translation?

The New World translation (part 2)

Grades
How useful are the notes of the New World Translation?
 They provide textual information in a simple way. They help us see that the 3 original languages
harmonize in their expressions.

Discuss the usefulness of notes that contain references to appendices, such as John 12:38 and 1 Corinthians
7:17
  Notes contain other literal translations and may present 1) basic linguistic meaning 2) etymology of
some words and 3) accepted lexicological definitions
 The references are intended to indicate ideas, events and parallel stories; bibliographic and
geographical information

Why don't notes help you better understand the texts?

 Provides Translation with a critical device

 Useful information is presented that is not technical in nature
 Significant textual notes taken from the margins of the manuscripts

Marginal references
Give examples of how we can use the information contained in the marginal references:
Parallel Ideas (Matthew 4:1 and Luke 4:1)
Fulfillment of prophecies (Psalm 22:1 and Matthew 27:46)
Direct quotes of phrases, expressions and entire verses (Deuteronomy 8:3 and Matthew 4:4)
Models of the law covenant and its fulfillments in the Greek Scriptures (Exodus 23:19 and 1 Corinthians 15:20)

Bible Word Index

How do we make good use of the Bible Word Index?

 It is very useful, because sometimes we do not remember the biblical quote, but we do remember a key
word, which we can search in the word index and find the text

How could we use the console and consolation entries in a shepherding visit?

 Comfort = Isaiah 61:2 comfort those who mourn

 Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted, when God carries out his
vengeance he will give us the oil of joy instead of mourning as mentioned in Isaiah 61:3
 When making a shepherding visit, the comfort given should be based on the Scriptures as indicated in
Romans 15:4, since it is only through the Word of God that we come to have the comfort that hope in
Jehovah gives.

Prophets and kings of Judah and Israel

Does the table “Prophets and Kings of Judah and Israel” help us better understand the biblical stories?

 Thanks to this table it is easier to understand and explain that both the prophet Jeremiah and King
Zedekiah were linked to the destruction of Jerusalem
 We can see the division of Israel into two kingdoms (10 northern tribes) Israel and (2 southern tribes)
Judah
 Despite their behavior, Jehovah sent prophets to turn them from their disobedience and lack of faith.

The life of Jesus on earth

Explain the usefulness of the four gospels in chronological order

 It helps us corroborate what really happened, strengthens our Christian faith

 It helps us see that the gospels were written with meticulous precision
 Mention by name well-known cities, places and characters that we can corroborate to strengthen our
faith.
 They provide information that complements
 The objectivity and frankness of expression in the stories reveal negative aspects of some disciples,
which shows that they are telling the truth.

What is explained in “map symbols”?

 They explain the direction in which Jesus traveled to preach

How do maps and accompanying explanations allow us to better understand Bible passages?

 They place us within the story

What practical information do we find in the “Map Symbols” section on the back cover of the Guide to the Study
of the Word of God pamphlet?

 Safe or unsafe location

 Roads
 Place name and/or alternative name

How would you use the “The Message of the Bible” section?

 Jehovah has a purpose for the earth and humanity, so he will fulfill it without fail; which gives meaning
to our lives and hope for the future

Explain by example how to use the following aspects of the booklet Guide to the Study of God's Word in
personal study, preparation for meetings, or with your Bible students.

 Maps - provide important information to locate us in the year, place, event and story within the Bible
 Diagrams - provide additional relevant information to know or become familiar with the tabernacle and
the high priest. Object and/or utensil and quotes that refer to it. Solomon's Temple (beginning of
construction - destruction) helps us locate places such as Most Holy, Holy or the side chambers and in
which quote this is referred to. The temple mount helped me locate the women's court within the
Temple, which guarantees that we are important to Jehovah.
 Time periods - helps me see in chronological order what Jesus experienced the last week on earth, in
addition to locating me in the places and stories within the gospel. Hebrew Calendar and its
corresponding Gregorian calendar
 Measurements - for liquids in liters or gallons. Dry goods in pounds or quarts. Length in meters or
inches. Equivalences and use of averages in the country.
 Currencies .- salaries and equivalent currency. Conversions of pounds, mine, talent, etc.

Introduction to the word of God

Explains how to use the 32-page booklet titled “Introduction to the Word of God” in the following situations:

 When preaching from house to house - most of us believe in God and in difficult situations we turn to
him for help and comfort. Do you know his name? Read Psalm 83:18 Explain the importance of calling
on his name. Romans 10:13
 When making return visits - How to get to know God Nehemiah 8:8
 Bible study - help her discover the central theme of the Bible
 When leading meetings for field service - how to get closer to God Proverbs 3:5-6
 During practice sessions with the family - how to have a happy family life and what each family
member can do to contribute
 When preparing a student for the ministry.-

Stay up to date with spiritual enlightenment

Explain in what sense is Jehovah the source of all spiritual illumination?

 In the sense that only Jehovah provides us with reliable guidance, comfort and hope.
 Psalm 43:3 refers to “truth” which takes us to Proverbs 6:23 which in part mentions that the
commandments of the Lord are a lamp and a light is his law.
 Isaiah 30:21 This is the way, walk in it
  Satan's evil world is in deep darkness, while Jehovah's people continue to receive light through the
declaration of God's purposes, their understanding, and the spreading of the good news of the
Kingdom Psalm 43:3

What does the fact that he gradually reveals his purpose tell us about Jehovah?

 He shows us consideration, as he allows us to understand the ideas one after another, that is, he is
patient by giving us time to assimilate his teaching.
 It tells us about the consideration he has for human beings. Well, instead of revealing all his purposes,
he gives us time to progressively assimilate and understand his will.

What role does Jesus play in clarifying Jehovah's purposes?

 The function of teacher or illuminator as shown in John 9:5 as it enlightens us with the knowledge of the
truth
 According to 2 Corinthians 4:6, the life-giving light comes from Jehovah and is focused on Jesus Christ,
who is the central figure in the fulfillment of God's purposes. Through Jesus Christ light is radiated to
the world

The True Servants of the First Century

In the first century, how did the brothers in charge of the work act in response to the gradual
spiritual enlightenment? Acts 15:7-12

 They acted with humility, unity and promptness. For example, in the clarification of the circumcision
they examined the Scriptures, asked for the direction of the Holy Spirit, heard from Peter and Paul the
conversion of some uncircumcised Gentiles and in the end they reached the same conclusion, which
they put in writing and sent to the congregations

Once the testimonies have been analyzed, what did the body of apostles and elders base their
decision on?

 They based their decision on the Word of God, as they remembered related biblical quotes, so they
agreed with the facts presented.
 James quoted from Amos 9:11-12 and everyone conformed to the spirit.
 Decision based on Jehovah's law and not according to customs

By what means were the decisions made communicated to the congregations?

 Through the servants named as the apostle Paul and Barnabas who exercised their itinerant
ministry by carrying out various missions in favor of the central council of the congregation. In this
way, the decisions made were transmitted gradually, clearly, positively and encouragingly.

How did the Christians of that time show that they were willing to walk by spirit?

 Being obedient, they did not question the decisions or begin to investigate on their own.
 They tried to have the same mentality and recognized the Holy Spirit as Jehovah's help
 The Acts account notes that after reading the letter they rejoiced at the encouragement.
Furthermore, Judas and Silas encouraged the brothers with many speeches and strengthened
them. In this way, peace and unity was contributed to within the congregations, so they continued to
grow and become firm in the faith.

True Servants Today

Who did Jesus appoint to feed his sheep in these last days?

 To the faithful and discreet slave, which is composed of a small group of anointed brothers who
participate directly in preparing and providing spiritual food at the appropriate time.
 Faithful = has been loyal to Jehovah
 Discrete = is prudent and has good judgment in directing preaching
 Benefits : food that allows us to be well nourished in a spiritual sense, clarification of truths that
contributes to strengthening our faith and determination to stay clean in every aspect of our life. It also
educates and enables us to preach.

Why is it essential to analyze biblical prophecies so that our faith is stronger?

 By verifying the fulfillment of the prophecies down to the smallest details, we have more reason to
fully trust in Jehovah and give us the guarantee that the prophecies that remain to be fulfilled will
surely come true.
 His reliable prophetic word gives us a purpose in life. It directs our activity toward a worthwhile goal.
 It confirms to us that Jehovah's promises are fully fulfilled. By deepening the fulfillment we receive
holy spirit and our faith is strengthened

In the doctrinal field, it explains how the truths about Jehovah's great spiritual temple have
gradually become clear.

 In ancient times it was believed that Anointed Christians were being prepared on earth and would
eventually become stones in Jehovah's heavenly temple. By the 1970s, a more detailed analysis
shed more light on the subject, but they came to understand that the spiritual temple of Jehovah is
not in the process of construction and that the Anointed Christians are serving in the courtyard and
in the Holy of the Spiritual Temple offering daily sacrifice of praise.

How has it benefited us to better understand the following texts?

 Luke 21:26.- By confirming that the tribulation will not begin and end all at once. Signs will appear
that will mark the beginning of the great tribulation. It places us in the fulfillment of the prophecies
 Romans 13:1-2.- By understanding that our subjection to authorities is relative, not absolute. Our
obedience is to Jehovah and then to governments as long as they do not conflict with God's
requirements.
 Matthew 6:9.- Do not ask for the vindication of Jehovah's name, but rather for the vindication of his
Sovereignty and the Sanctification of his name. Israel profaned the name of Jehovah hence the
need to sanctify it

What effect has the new explanation about the faithful slave had on you?

 Deeply grateful that Jesus Christ ensured that in these exciting times we received a constant
supply of spiritual food at the appropriate time. I show my gratitude by being loyal and obedient
 It is very comforting to know that Jehovah is aware of the earthly part of his organization. It
deepens our knowledge of the deep matters of God and strengthens our confidence and gratitude.

How do these doctrinal refinements strengthen your faith and trust in Jehovah and his
organization?

 It strengthens my faith and confidence that Jehovah is aware of our needs, deficiencies and
limitations; so He continually refines us to give glory to His Holy Name. Such refinement cleanses
and protects true worship

What clarifications in the moral field have helped Jehovah's servants bring glory to his name in
both word and deed?

 Issues related to sexual morality were thought to be just a personal matter.

 It was frankly warned that a servant of God could not spend part of his day doing the will of God
and the rest of the time devoting himself to the works of the flesh.
 Watchtower October 1942 moral standards for single and married people
 Trial marriage, sexual relations between engaged couples, consensual relations outside of
marriage, sexual abstinence within marriage, and reckless divorces are not accepted.
  It was analyzed in the Watchtower: marital responsibilities, biblical prohibition of fornication and
what it consisted of
 Masturbation, pornography, soap operas, music that degrades

How is it useful for us to understand the following texts well?

 1 Corinthians 5:13.- Keeps the congregation clean. It tests our loyalty to Jehovah or family. Helps
us see how Jehovah views the matter and act accordingly
 Ephesians 4:19.- Absolutely reject any type of pornography, books, novels, images, movies or
videos. Understand what comprises uncleanness, fornication and loose conduct. Prevent sexting
 Romans 12:9.- Understanding Jehovah's point of view regarding moral standards involves avoiding
what he hates to keep true worship clean.

What organizational changes today are a fulfillment of Isaiah 60:17?

 One of them is the democratic appointment of the service director in each congregation, who
lacked the true spirit of evangelization and in some cases were reluctant to preach, reaching the
point of dissuading those who wanted to do so. Beginning in 1932, instructions were given to end
elections, now the election would be theocratic, now the service director had to take the lead in
preaching the good news.
 The way you organize and care for your people gradually improves
 1895 election of elders from among members of the congregation by vote
 1919 theocratic appointment of Service Director
 1932 elections are abolished, Service Committee is elected
 1938 congregation servants are appointed theocratically
 2014 appointment of elders and ministerial servants

How do the characteristics of the jw.org site prove that the slave is faithful and discreet?

 Our website is aimed at people of all ages, it has special sections for children, teenagers, parents,
families, couples, etc.
 It fully fulfills the function entrusted by Christ, as it keeps us alert and nourished in a spiritual sense.

How have you used our website to strengthen…

 To your family? When we see broad casting we see practical ways to expand our service. Marriage
and Parents Section + How to stop arguing + How to deal with debt
 To your preaching companions? By helping you explain topics such as: Is God guilty of suffering or
When Jesus was Born. It helps us put into practice the various facets of preaching
 Your own faith? It is easier to delve into topics such as the parable of the talents or the parable of
the 10 virgins, since the information is in one place

Stay up to date
What have you had to do to keep up with spiritual enlightenment?

 Buy time for reading and meditating on the Scriptures, by eliminating hobbies such as watching TV,
shopping, going on vacation

What impact has it had on your work as a pioneer?

 I feel more confident in preaching

In what sense has it resulted in peace and justice?

 Especially in a spiritual sense, because knowing that we are doing what pleases Jehovah makes me
feel very happy with a peace and tranquility that is inexplicable to other people.

What do we learn from the attitude of the Israelites toward the “pillar of fire and cloud”?
  Whether the Israelites were not lost in the wilderness depended on them recognizing the visible means
that Jehovah was using to direct them.
 That the survival of each of us will depend largely on our humbly accepting Jehovah's direction
 I must be humble in following their guidance, keeping up with their instruction, and accepting the advice
they give me.

How do we show that we value divine direction regarding:

 Teach Bible courses? When putting the instruction into practice, have progressive studies. Avoid
talking too much, giving too many details, overwhelming the student with too much information.
Highlight key text and make use of thoughtful questions.
 Preach to those who speak another language? Meditating on the benefits I have by allowing myself
to be guided by Jehovah makes me also want to share this knowledge with the greatest number of
people, even those who speak another language. By striving to do so, I will make my preaching more
complete.
 Be constant in family worship? By following the suggestions we will see how our friendship with
Jehovah is strengthened in 2 Corinthians 6:18. Putting spiritual activities before entertainment has
many benefits, such as enjoying the family worshiping Jehovah, strengthening our marriage, and
having a happy marriage.
 Cooperate with Hospital Liaison Committees? Thanks to their diligent efforts to keep the medical
community informed, more and more professionals are willing to cooperate and avail themselves of
alternative treatments. On the other hand, many brothers in the country have also benefited from the
work of the Patient Visit Groups
 Behave correctly in assemblies ? worthy behavior brings praise to Jehovah's name, demonstrates
love for our brothers, and attracts others

What assurance do the descriptions given by Isaiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, and John give us about the
heavenly part of Jehovah's organization?

 The guarantee that God perfectly controls your organization, directing every movement through his holy
spirit.
 Jehovah's organization never stops and is totally dedicated to fulfilling its purposes

What attitude do we need to continue walking on the path of progressive enlightenment?

 Be humble and have an attitude of waiting for Jehovah, that is, at the moment we may not fully
understand the reason for the change, however, we trust that God will give us spiritual enlightenment to
understand and joyfully accept said change.

How will such an attitude help us react favorably to a change that has to do with deep-rooted customs
or traditions?

 Be humble. Maintaining a flexible attitude towards customs that do not oppose Jehovah's commands
can gain acceptance from local people Philippians 2:3

How do we show constant gratitude for flashes of spiritual light?

 As we continue to gain knowledge, we will strengthen our faith with the purpose of serving Jehovah
with a full heart and helping others to do the same.

How will such changes impact your Bible study methods?

 By delving deeper into the analysis of the fulfillment of prophecies

 Paying attention involves more than just reading carefully or listening respectfully. It involves acting in
harmony with the prophetic word, allowing it to influence our lives and the way we use our time and
energies.

How will we shine our light?

  Through preaching. Sharing the light of truth with the greatest number of people and together glorifying
the name of Jehovah
 Doing excellent works, like helping our neighbors

Why do you want to continue walking on the path of progressive enlightenment?

 Such enlightenment involves knowing more about Jehovah, his qualities, purposes and personality; as
a result, loving Jehovah more and serving him better with knowledge, helping others to also benefit
from knowing Jehovah by applying God's principles in their lives.

Day 1 review
Strengthen your relationship with Jehovah
Why do we pioneers take time to study, meditate and pray, despite having such a busy life?

 We study in order to learn what the divine will is and put it into practice.
 Meditation will engrave crucial information into our hearts and shape our inner being.
 Prayer brings us closer to God, and it is also of great benefit to have frank and open communication
with our creator.

How does meditation help us have a closer friendship with Jehovah?

 By meditating we can see the qualities of Jehovah which helps us see him as a real being
 Meditating not only allows us to memorize facts, but it will also engrave crucial information in your heart
and shape your inner being.

How useful is it to reflect on Jehovah's response to our prayers?

 We perceive qualities such as loving-kindness, power, and desire to help us, proving that only Jehovah
is good.

The New World Translation

In what ways is the New World Translation better?

 It has simple language, easy to understand. It contains very practical aids such as marginal references
and notes that help us better understand a story or biblical passage.

What basic principles have guided the New World Bible Translation Committee?

 .

What ideas discussed in class today have reinforced your confidence in the accuracy of the New World
Translation?

What does the name Jehovah mean?

 “He Causes It to Be”

Why are we sure that the divine name must appear in the Bible?

 Because it was Jehovah himself who allowed it to appear in the Bible, so that we would know his name
and use it
The New World Translation (part 2)
How do you plan to use the booklet “Guide to the Study of the Word of God”?

How useful are maps and graphs?

What should be remembered about marginal references and notes when reading the New World Translation?

How would you spark enthusiasm for the New World Translation, both when preaching and in the
congregation?

Stay up to date with spiritual enlightenment

How did Jehovah’s true servants of the first century react to spiritual enlightenment?

 They acted with humility, unity and promptness, all of this was possible because they examined the
Scriptures and asked for the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

How do today’s true servants of Jehovah respond to spiritual enlightenment?

 Just like the Christians of the first century, they based their decisions on the Scriptures, adhering to the
guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Why is it essential for pioneers to keep up with spiritual light?

 We must take the lead because of the commission we have to teach other people.

How do you plan to achieve it?

 Taking time out of other activities such as watching TV,

 Due to the type of job I have (sometimes I just have to wait for a call, a response for a quote, flight
confirmation, etc.) I can use consultation tools like jw.org

How useful have the changes in doctrine, morality and organization been to us?

 It is very useful to know that Jehovah's organization is being refined

What flashes of light received in recent times do you especially value?


Defend the sovereignty of Jehovah
Humanity is completely dependent on Jehovah
Define the word Sovereignty

 Maximum authority within a political scheme and the sovereign as the superior being within an entity
that is not material.

Tell why Jehovah is the rightful Ruler of the universe

 He is the creator and owner of all things and therefore the source of all authority and power, the
Supreme Ruler of all governments (Psalm 24:1)
 Because he is the Creator and his Divinity and supremacy as the Omnipotent (Job 41:11)

Why does Jehovah's Sovereignty not depend on our integrity?

 Jehovah allowed Satan to test man's loyalty before the entire universe. He gave his creatures the
privilege of proving that Satan is a liar.
 Whether we are loyal to Jehovah or not does not call into question the sovereignty of God, for he
remains the creator and owner of all things and therefore the source of all authority.

According to Acts 17:25 and 28, to what extent do we all depend on Jehovah?

 We depend on Jehovah in every way because of him we have life and we move and even exist
because of God. Because we are also his offspring

What evidence of independent thinking do you see in the world today?

 The fact that the majority of people live without taking their creator into account, even doubting his
existence or criticizing those who do believe in God.
 More and more importance is given to human rights, however, the obligations we have with the
Universal Sovereign are not even taken into account.

As Romans 1:24, 26, 28 and Colossians 1:21 point out, what do independent people fail to realize?

 That they are far from Jehovah. That they live in a disapproved state of mind, given over to filth,
shameless sexual appetite, practicing the wicked deeds that belong to the ruler of this world

According to 2 Corinthians 11:14-15, what deception do these people fall into?

 In thinking that they are right or that they have the right to do with their lives as they please. Satan uses
all his cunning to present himself as an angel of light to trap them

As Jeremiah well recognized, why is man incapable of directing his steps wisely?

 Because man does not have the capacity or the right to govern himself.

How do you demonstrate your desire to submit to Jehovah's Sovereignty?

 Psalm 143:10 exhorts us to pray to Jehovah to “teach us to do his will, for he is our God. To act
accordingly with our supplication we must study and meditate on the Holy Scriptures, put their guidance
into practice (live in accordance with what we have learned).

Submitting to Jehovah requires loyalty

Explain the biblical meaning of loyalty
  It is goodness that lovingly adheres to an object until its purpose in relation to that object has been
realized. It assumes a good relationship with God.
 It carries the idea of holiness, justice, reverence, devotion or piety, the careful observance of all duties
towards God

How has Jehovah shown that he is loyal?

 By using expressions such as “I will not make my face [angry] fall upon you, for I am loyal” and “I will
not remain resentful indefinitely,” Jehovah demonstrates that he constantly shows kindness to his
servants and even deals fairly with those who have committed crimes. bad. Thanks to which we should
glorify his name, because only Jehovah is loyal as indicated in Revelation 15:4
 He never abandons his faithful servants like Abraham, David,
 Isaiah 46:4 “even to one's old age, I am the Same” Jehovah is faithful to his standards

How does reflecting on God's acts of loyalty give us strength?

 It strengthens us to reflect on how Jehovah has helped his faithful servants, reminding us that no matter
how bleak the situation may seem, Jehovah is by our side as long as we remain loyal to him.
 Jehovah values the loyalty of his servants and rewards them by being loyal to them (Proverbs 2:6-8)

How do we demonstrate loyalty by putting into practice what the following Bible texts say?

 Ephesians 6:1.- By obeying our parents, we are actually obeying Jehovah and giving him honor
 Colossians 3:18.- By being subject to my husband, I actually subject myself to the authority of Jehovah
 Hebrews 13:17.- by being submissive and obedient to the appointed servants of the congregation

How can you demonstrate your loyalty when someone speaks ill of Jehovah, his Word, the congregation, or
fellow Christians?

 In the case of Jehovah, by defending him based on accurate knowledge of the truth. Defend His Word
by demonstrating the correct application of the Holy Scriptures. In the case of our brothers, the best
defense is not to spread rumors that I do not know

How does the principle of Acts 10:34-35 help you be loyal in the face of manifestations of racism, nationalism,
and similar attitudes?

 Adopt the attitude of Jehovah who is not partial, strive to see all people from God's point of view.
 Because Jehovah makes no distinctions and desires full witness to the Kingdom, we do our best to
ensure that people of all races, nationalities, and social levels have the opportunity to hear the good
news and act accordingly.

How do we demonstrate loyalty when we are subject to persecution?

 By being willing to give up our lives in defense of our brothers in faith as indicated in John 15:13. Be
hospitable to our brothers who are being persecuted as indicated in Acts 9:23-25.
 Do not reveal confidential information with the purpose of handing over our brothers to the authorities

Submission to God must come from the heart

Explain the principle of 1 Peter 1:22

 Demonstrate a love free of hypocrisy

 One of the basic elements of the Greek word translated “natural affection” fi.li.a (affection)
 Those who have the right heart attitude obey, so that they are not prejudiced.
 Fi-lí.a = affection (warmth, intimacy, affection) agá.pe = love (has more to do with the mind)
 Appreciation is the key to brotherly affection.

Apply it to the following situations:

A brother avoids dealings with another because he is of a different race, nationality or social position

 Take the initiative and invite him to eat, to our family worship, in the company of other families in the
congregation

A sister sits in the Kingdom Hall away from someone she doesn't like or moves to another congregation for the
same reason.

 Remind him that one of the hallmarks of Christ's disciples is love, and that such love must be free of
hypocrisy, that is, we must love from the heart, which implies forgiving and forgetting or discarding any
feeling of resentment.

How do we show that we submit wholeheartedly to the Sovereignty of Jehovah…

 In choosing the books or magazines we read? We don't want anything to ruin our spiritual
prosperity, so we make sure our reading honors God's righteous sovereignty.
 In the choice of entertainment, such as the television shows or movies we watch? •Submitting to
sovereignty implies demonstrating loyalty, which carries the idea of holiness, so before choosing the
type of entertainment we will make sure that it conforms to Jehovah's high moral standards
 When we use electronic devices or browse the Internet? There will be no room for anyone who
attacks God's sovereignty or who refuses to submit to His authority.
 In the treatment we give to our spouse and our family in the privacy of the home? Jehovah is the
highest authority of the universe, hence the importance of not leading a double life, since we do not
wish to stain the holy name of the Universal Sovereign.
 By attending to our duties and assignments in the congregation? Do all things for the glory and
honor of Jehovah

What effect does it have on us if our love for Jehovah's ways and our obedience to him truly come
from the heart?

 A positive effect, because by allowing ourselves to be instructed by Jehovah, his truths are lodged in
our hearts and therefore our obedience will be genuine.

Jehovah exercises his sovereignty through the congregation

According to the following texts, what opportunities do you have to demonstrate that you recognize Jehovah's
sovereignty?

 Matthew 24:14; 28:19-20 Do not slow down in preaching and conducting progressive Bible courses
 Matthew 24:45-47 by humbly following the guidance we receive through the faithful slave
 1 Corinthians 5:9-13 show loyalty to Jehovah by not associating with the disciplined
 1 Corinthians 7:39 respect the command to marry only in the Lord
 1 Timothy 5:17 respect and obey the appointed servants of the congregation
 Hebrews 10:23-25 attend all meetings and prepare for them so that there really is an exchange of
stimulation

What benefits do you gain from recognizing that Jehovah exercises his sovereignty through the congregation?

 By respecting and obeying the appointed servants of the congregation, I am actually acknowledging
Jehovah's sovereignty.

How is your attitude toward Jehovah’s sovereignty reflected in your view of the people in the territory? Romans
5:8

 Demonstrate an optimistic attitude in preaching to all people without making any distinction, hoping that
they will benefit from Jehovah's love for humanity
Defend the sovereignty of Jehovah forever
What qualities should we cultivate?

 Integrity and endurance

At the end of Christ's Millennial Reign, to what test will humanity be subjected?

 To a final test of integrity and devotion

Why will it no longer be necessary to resolve the question of universal sovereignty?

 Because the court of heaven will have judicially settled that issue and will have closed the case

Take a sincere interest in others

Know the person and their circumstances
What indicates that the apostle Paul took into account the circumstances and mindset of those to whom he
preached?

 When addressing King Agrippa II, he acknowledged his expertise in all customs, as well as in
controversies among the Jews. He then skillfully used what he knew of Agrippa's beliefs and spoke to
him about matters that the king understood very well (Acts 26:2-3).

When addressing someone, what details will reveal to you their culture, their interests or their family situation?

 Your clothing can reveal your culture, if you give too much importance to yourself and even if you are a
widow

What things in the environment could you notice?

 House or garden appearance, toys in the yard

How could you find out what their religious beliefs are?

 Their way of expressing themselves on religious matters, pendants or chains with religious images

What current events interest the people of the territory?

 Safety, cost of living, employment, health and environment

Give examples

 How do the news that appears in the media serve as a basis for starting conversations? Have you seen
on the news the number of terrorist acts that have been committed over the weekend?..... What is the
reason for so much violence in the world? Do you think the day will come when we can feel more
secure?

How does thinking ahead about how to approach people help make our presentations more interesting?

 By reading the magazines Atalaya and Despertad we can think about how to present them to the
people of the territory, to our neighbors, family members or co-workers, thinking about the needs of
each one we can make our message more attractive

If people of foreign origin have arrived in your community, what preaching methods have given you good
results?

 Learn at least one greeting in your native language

 Why use the pamphlet “New Good News for People of All Nations?”

 It is a very useful tool because we do not have to be polyglots to give the message in the mother
tongue of people who want to know and get closer to God.

What do you value about this brochure?

 In addition to the number of languages, it is the presentation method because it is very simple

What experiences have you had?

 I have not used it

How can you use the jw.org site when you meet someone who speaks another language?

 We can search for the topic in our language, and then show it in the menu so that it can search for its
language

How do we cultivate interest?

 By making presentations that capture their attention or address their concerns

How does what we observe and discover about our interlocutors influence our presentations?

 We capture their attention and have good conversations, leaving the doors open for future visits.

Listen carefully to your interlocutor's comments and concerns

How can we use questions effectively?

 Use questions that refer to matters of real interest to the interlocutor

 Ask questions that cause expectation
 Ask opinion questions

Why is the use of questions a sign of interest?

 Because it is an invitation to people to express their point of view

How do we get our interlocutor to say what he thinks about a matter without being indiscreet?

 According to Colossians 4:6, displaying grace means showing loving-kindness and mercy, being
pleasant and courteous. So we cannot ask questions that do not require an audible response.

Why should we not give the impression that we are subjecting him to an interrogation?

 Because that would quickly end the conversation.

 Because what we really want is to bring out what is in the hearts of those who listen to us and
strengthen their relationship with God.

Why do we honor our interlocutor when we listen to him?

 Because we listen to him with attention and respect, without interrupting him

Why is listening carefully evidence that we care about what you think and feel?

 By listening to them we make it evident that we value their ideas, feelings and can motivate them to
pay more attention to our message.

What are the advantages of looking him in the eyes during the conversation?
  We show interest in the interlocutor
 We make evident the fact that we are convinced of what we are saying
 Observe the reaction to what we are saying

Why is it advisable to praise him whenever possible?

 To motivate motivate him in his learning

 To encourage you to express yourself freely

Be flexible when expounding biblical teachings

In preaching, what would you say to show that you take into account the circumstances of the following types
of people?

 An older person - talk to him about the conditions in which we hope to live forever in a paradise on
earth
 A child, a teenager, a university student - talk to him about the creation that demonstrates the
existence of an all-powerful and Wise God
 A father, a mother.- talk to them about the challenge of raising children and the help we have to
achieve it
 A sick person.- In addition to sharing the comfort of the hope we have, we can offer to help you with
whatever you need.
 A person we have woken up - be brief or even ask if we can come back at a more convenient time
for them.
 An afflicted person - share the benefits of prayer
 Someone who has a beautiful house or a beautiful garden - tell them that human beings like
beautiful things, so in the future God intends that the entire earth be transformed into a paradise.

To what extent should you change or adapt the presentation in order to capture the attention of whoever
answers the door?

 To a large extent, by adapting to their needs they will be more willing to listen to us.

How to do it?

 By being observant and listening carefully

If the person assisting us mentions a personal concern, why should we focus the conversation on that
issue?

In which cases would it be better to end the conversation?

 When we don't know the answer.

 When the person is an opponent and only seeks to provoke an argument
 When it is evident that you are only seeking to create a debate

What notes will help us remember the people who showed interest?

 Topic of conversation, publication, question that was left pending, etc.

Why is this a sign that we care deeply about them?

 We demonstrate personal interest in your concerns

House-to-house preaching: the most important
method of evangelization
How Jesus saw the commission to preach
How do Luke 4:43 and John 4:34 summarize the primary work in the life of Jesus?

 The pleasure he derived from preaching the good news was similar to that which comes from the
satisfaction of a good nutritious meal.

What drove Jesus to preach?

 Love for Jehovah, love for the truths that Jehovah transmitted to him, love for people

Discuss three important ways Jesus expressed his love for preaching.

 The immense pleasure of teaching people to see their heavenly Father as he really is
o He made ministry the center of his life, leading a simple life
 He was happy to help them have a good relationship with Jehovah
o He devoted all his energy to the ministry, whether he was tired, hungry or thirsty. Spend
your time and energy generously
 He was aware of the urgency of carrying out his ministry
o .

How does meditating on the zeal of Jesus influence our way of seeing the work from house to house?

 Zealously preach the good news to all kinds of people, generously employ our time and energy in
the work and even more so as we contemplate that the end is rapidly approaching.

What authority has entrusted us to do this work, and what does this mission entail?

 Jehovah through his son Jesus Christ entrusted us with the work
 Take the lead in making disciples of Christ, teaching them to defend and share biblical truths, and
defend their faith

Jesus expressed his compassion and love through preaching

How did Jesus feel towards those to whom he preached?

 He pitied their state of spiritual abandonment in which they were, like sheep without a shepherd.

How will having the same balanced view of Christ help us be kinder and more patient with those who reject the
message?

 Don't focus on the negative

What does the fact that Jesus looked for the good in people teach us?

 Jesus well knew that if he adopted a negative and critical point of view of others, he would only
discourage them. His efforts to find the good in people stimulated many to improve.

What can we do if we find it difficult to look for the good in others?

 Keep in mind why they are so valuable in the eyes of Jehovah. If we try hard we too can see its good
qualities.
Be bold when preaching from house to house
What does it mean to speak the word of God boldly?

 Express yourself with courage, firmness, fearlessness, heart with courage

How can we reconcile courage and prudence so as not to offend others?

 Be kind when responding, do not contradict or try to correct their beliefs, it is best to look for common
ground

Explain with the following biblical texts what is achieved by preaching from house to house:

 Proverbs 27:11 - rejoice Jehovah's heart by defending his legitimacy as universal sovereign
 Acts 20:26-27.- not be guilty of bloodshed for withdrawing from preaching
 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9.- Give warning about rebels or enemies of Jehovah
 2 Peter 3:11-14.- We give you the opportunity to demonstrate with your way of living that you are on
Jehovah's side.

The joys of preaching from house to house

Why is house-to-house work still our main method of evangelization?

 Commandment of Jehovah through Jesus, who sent his disciples two by two and from house to house
(Luke 10:6-7)
 It allows us to search for the deserving in a systematic and orderly manner

Why does this work cause us joy?

 Instead of offering the sacrifices prescribed by the Law, we worship Jehovah by preaching from house
to house. Strengthen our bonds of love and unity

In what different ways does preaching benefit us, according to the following biblical texts?

 Through preaching we can develop or reinforce the qualities of the Holy Spirit, such as kindness, faith,
mildness, joy and peace Galatians 5:22-23
 Prepares us to present a defense of biblical truth

Follow the model of Jesus in ministry

How do our prayers and works demonstrate that we understand the urgency of ministry?

 Pray to Jehovah to send more workers for the harvest. Make ourselves available for preaching on
routes or territories that are little worked, learn a new language, etc.

If we perceive that our zeal is fading, why would it encourage us to reflect on the attitude of Jesus?

 Despite the circumstances, he did not lose his sense of urgency

