Sample Presentations

To start Bible studies on the first Saturday in January

“Most people have their own opinion about God. Some think of God as a mysterious force. Others picture him as a loving heavenly Father. What do you imagine God to be like?” Allow for response. Show the back of the January 1 Watchtower, and consider together the material under the first question and at least one of the cited scriptures. Offer the magazines, and arrange to return to discuss the next question.

The Watchtower January 1

“We are making brief visits to talk about something that affects all of us​—the death of a loved one. Would you agree that losing a dear friend or relative is one of the hardest things to deal with? [Allow for response.] Many have found this Bible verse to be comforting. [Read Isaiah 25:8.] This magazine discusses the Bible’s encouraging promise to end death and bring our loved ones back to life.”

Awake! January

“Would you agree that families face many pressures today? [Allow for response.] This Bible proverb tells us what families must have in order to build up and fortify their household. [Read Proverbs 24:3.] Many have found the Bible to be a reliable source of wisdom. This magazine discusses a unique, Bible-based Web site that has some free tools to help families.”