he receives, for a Christian surely desires to have a good conscience before God.—1 Pet. 3:21.

But now, what about fertilizer that has blood in it? One who is going to show respect for God’s law on blood would not use it. True, according to the Mosaic law, blood when taken from a body was to be poured out upon the ground and covered over with dust. (Lev. 17:13, 14) The objective was, however, that the blood should serve no useful purpose when thus disposed of. It was not placed on the ground with the thought in mind that it would serve as fertilizer. Hence, no Christian farmer today could properly spread blood on his fields to fertilize the soil, nor would he use commercial fertilizer containing blood. Such blood use would be a commercializing on something that God has reserved for himself. It would be a violation of God’s Word.

Servants of God have been told in the Scriptures what is to be done with blood. So they know that they would be held responsible by Jehovah for any misuse of blood over which they might have control. What is more, because they love God they are prompted to observe the laws and principles of his Word. Thus they are moved to keep Jehovah’s law on blood even in ways that might appear to some to be insignificant. They do not view compliance with it as an encumbrance, for they hold in remembrance the words of 1 John 5:3, which states: “For this is what the love of God means, that we observe his commandments; and yet his commandments are not burdensome.”

Announcements

FIELD MINISTRY

Jehovah’s witnesses not only understand and accept the Biblical teaching of the general priesthood, but they apply the principle, putting it into practice as they all share in preaching God’s Word to others. During February they will do this by offering a year’s subscription for the Watchtower magazine on a contribution of $1. Three Bible-study booklets will be given to each new subscriber.

“BABYLON” STUDY QUESTIONS

You will be glad to know that a 96-page booklet of study questions on the book “Babylon the Great Has Fallen!” God’s Kingdom Rules! is now ready for mailing. It may be had for 10c per copy. If you have a copy of the Babylon book, you will definitely want this booklet of study questions. It has been designed to direct your attention to the key thoughts in each paragraph. Whether used in personal study or when discussing the Babylon book with others, it will prove to be a most valuable study aid. If you have not yet obtained the book “Babylon the Great Has Fallen!” God’s Kingdom Rules!, do so now. It may be had for 75c; the book and the booklet of study questions together are 85c.

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW THE BIBLE?

How often have you said: “I wish I knew more about the Bible”? Now you can know more! A fascinating new book of 352 pages has been prepared for just that purpose. It is not interpretive. It deals with the Bible as a book with emphasis on its value to us today. It is entitled “All Scripture Is Inspired of God and Beneficial.” Send for your copy. It is $1.

MEMORIAL

The annual observance of the memorial of the Lord’s evening meal will occur this year on Saturday, March 28, sometime after 6 p.m., Standard Time. Each congregation should start making arrangements for this important occasion. A qualified speaker, one of the remnant if available and capable, should be assigned to give the discourse.

“WATCHTOWER” STUDIES FOR THE WEEKS

March 29: Of Which God Are You a Witness? Page 104.

April 5: Of Which God Are You a Witness?, Part Two. Page 111.