5. The ransom is Jehovah’s gift to you

Jehovah’s friends view the ransom as a personal gift. For example, read Galatians 2:20, and then discuss this question:

• How did the apostle Paul indicate that he viewed the ransom as a personal gift?

When Adam sinned, he and all his descendants were condemned to death. But Jehovah sent his Son to die so that you can have the opportunity to enjoy everlasting life.

As you read the following verses, imagine how Jehovah must have felt while his Son suffered. Read John 19:1-7, 16-18, and then discuss this question:

• How do you feel about what Jehovah and Jesus did for you?

3. Gratitude moves us to action

Imagine that someone saved you from drowning. Would you simply forget about what that person did for you? Or would you look for ways to show him that you are grateful for what he did?

We owe our lives to Jehovah. Read 1 John 4:8-10, and then discuss these questions:

• Why is Jesus’ sacrifice a special gift?

• How do you feel about what Jehovah and Jesus did for you?

How can we show our appreciation for what Jehovah and Jesus did for us? Read 2 Corinthians 5:15 and 1 John 4:11; 5:3. After reading each scripture, discuss this question:

• Based on that scripture, what can we do to show our gratitude?