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Digging for Spiritual Gems – Genesis 12

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The Israelites Dwelled in Egypt 430 Years


In passages like this is when the old Reference Bible is really helpful. The footnote in this verse after \”in Egypt\” says that the LXX adds \”and Canaan\”. Either that\’s the original reading of the verse and it has been lost in the Hebrew text, or the translator realized what the actual meaning of that scripture was and added those words for clarity.
Those are good solutions. The English (and Spanish) text isn\’t so audacious so this point is harder to see. Yet while other translations directly say here that the Israelites dwelled in Egypt 430 years, the NWT says that the Israelites dwelled (somewhere) 430 years, and that they dwelled in Egypt. That doesn\’t necessarily mean that they spent those 430 years in Egypt, although that interpretation is the most natural one (and wrong). The Scandinavian word choice solves this problem better.

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2020 Examining the Scriptures Daily—Tuesday, July 28

2020 Examining the Scriptures Daily—Tuesday, July 28

You must inculcate them in your sons.​—Deut. 6:7.
As foretold, people “out of all the languages of the nations” are flocking to Jehovah’s organization. (Zech. 8:23) But a language barrier can make it difficult for you to teach your children the truth. Your children are the most important Bible students you will ever have, and their “coming to know” Jehovah means their eternal life. (John 17:3) In order for your children to learn Jehovah’s teachings, you must “speak of them” on all appropriate occasions. (Deut. 6:6, 7) Your children will likely learn the local language at school and in their environment, but they learn your language primarily by frequently interacting with you in your language. Besides enabling your children to have heart-to-heart conversations with you, knowing your language gives them other advantages. Being bilingual sharpens your children’s thinking ability and enhances their social skills. w17.05 9 ¶5-6

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meetingBOX | WEEK JULY 27, 2020 Meeting Workbook Downloads



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July 27-August 2, 2020, 2020

 Meeting Materials (References) 


 Apply Yourself  to  Reading  and  Teaching 

 Apply Yourself  to the Field Ministry 

 Bible Readings

 Congregation Bible Study 

 Digging for Spiritual Gems 

 Illustrations 

 Improving Our Skills in the Field Ministry 

 Jehovah’s Word Is Alive 

 Life and Ministry Workbook 

 Life and Ministry Workbook Video Links

 Links to Ministry Workbook Videos 

 Our Christian Life and Ministry 

 Living As Christians 

 Sample Conversations 

 Song and Melodies (Manuscripts) 

 Study and Ministry Project

 Transcripts 

 Treasures from God’s Word 

 Watchtower (Study Materials) 


Our Christian Life and Ministry—Meeting Workbook—2020

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The Passover​—Its Significance for Christians

An Israelite family standing and eating the Passover meal before leaving Egypt.


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TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD | EXODUS 12

The Passover​—Its Significance for Christians

In order for the Israelites to avoid being harmed by the tenth plague, it was vital for them to obey instructions. (Ex 12:28) On the night of Nisan 14, families were to assemble in their own home. They were to kill a sound one-year-old male lamb or goat. Its blood was to be sprinkled on the doorposts and on the upper part of the doorway. Then they were to roast the entire animal and eat it in a hurry. No one was to go out of the house until morning.​—Ex 12:9-11, 22.
What are some specific ways that obedience protects us today?

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2020 Examining the Scriptures Daily—Monday, July 27

2020 Examining the Scriptures Daily—Monday, July 27

Those who [marrywill have tribulation in their flesh.​—1 Cor. 7:28.
If you have an unbelieving mate, you may experience more than the usual stress and anxiety in your marriage. Nevertheless, your mate’s present unwillingness to follow Christ is not in itself a valid reason for separation or divorce. (1 Cor. 7:12-16) Although an unbelieving husband may not take the lead in spiritual matters, he should be respected because of his position as the head of the family. Likewise, an unbelieving wife should be shown self-sacrificing love and tender affection by her Christian husband. (Eph. 5:22, 23,28, 29) What if your spouse tries to limit your worship? For example, one sister was told by her husband to share in the field ministry only on certain days of the week. If you face a similar situation, ask yourself: ‘Is my spouse demanding that I stop worshipping my God? If not, can I yield to the request?’ Being reasonable can help you to avoid needless marital conflict.​—Phil. 4:5w17.10 13 ¶7-8

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2020 Examining the Scriptures Daily—Sunday, July 26

2020 Examining the Scriptures Daily—Sunday, July 26

If we make the statement, “We have no sin,” we are misleading ourselves.​—1 John 1:8.
Christians expect to experience some injustice outside the Christian congregation. However, our faith may be put to the test if we observe or experience what seems to be an injustice inside the congregation. How will you react if you believe that you have experienced some wrong in the congregation or in your dealings with a fellow Christian? Will you allow that to be a cause for stumbling? Because all of us are imperfect and subject to sin, we realize that there is a possibility that we could either experience injustice ourselves or be the cause of it for someone else in the congregation. Although such instances are rare, faithful Christians are not surprised or stumbled when injustices do occur. For good reason, Jehovah has provided practical advice in his Word to assist us to maintain our integrity, even if we experience wrongs at the hands of fellow believers.​—Ps. 55:12-14w17.04 19 ¶4-5

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2040 Celebration of Jesus’ Death

Once each year in thousands of locations worldwide, we commemorate the death of Jesus. We do so because he commanded his followers: “Keep doing this in remembrance of me.” (Luke 22:19) The next observance will be on
Wednesday March 28, 2040
We invite you to join us for this special occasion. This meeting, like all our meetings, is open to the public. Seats are free and no collections are ever taken.

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