November 19-25

ACTS 4-5

“They Kept Speaking God’s Word With Boldness”: (10 min.)
- Ac 4:5-13—Although “uneducated and ordinary,” Peter and John did not hold back from defending their faith before rulers and scribes (w08-E 9/1 15, box; w08-E 5/15 30 ¶6)
- Ac 4:18-20—Despite threats, Peter and John refused to stop preaching
- Ac 4:23-31—First-century Christians relied on Jehovah’s holy spirit for boldness (it-1-E 128 ¶3)
Digging for Spiritual Gems: (8 min.)
- Ac 4:11—In what way is Jesus “the chief cornerstone”? (it-1-E 514 ¶4)
- Ac 5:1—Why did Ananias and Sapphira sell some of their property? (w13-E 3/1 15 ¶4)
- What has this week’s Bible reading taught you about Jehovah?
- What other spiritual gems have you discovered in this week’s Bible reading?
Bible Reading: (4 min. or less) Ac 4:5-13

First Visit: (2 min. or less) Begin with the sample conversation. The person raises an objection that is common in your territory.
First Return Visit: (3 min. or less) Begin with the sample conversation. The person tells you that he is not a Christian.
Second Return Visit Video: (5 min.) Play and discuss the video.

Song 45
“Worldwide Benefits of Cart Witnessing”: (15 min.) Discussion by the service overseer. Play the video. If the congregation does public witnessing locally using a table or cart, show the display to the audience. Outline local arrangements. If time allows, relate or reenact a good local experience. Explain how publishers can have a share.
Congregation Bible Study: (30 min.) bhs 19:17-23
Review Followed by Preview of Next Week (3 min.)
Song 9 and Prayer