Week 1

Question 1

Why did the GB organise a NWT committee to change the style and make vocab style easier?

Answer 1

Change of language & better reach heart of readers

Question 2

Why do we know Jehovah has an organisation?

Answer 2

1 Cor 14:33,40 - Jehovah is an organised God and this is reflected in the natural world as well as in his dealings with his people throughout the Bible record.

Question 3

How do the Scriptures indicate that the activities of the holy angels affect true worshippers here on earth? (Ge 28:12, 13; 2Ki 6:15-17; Ps 34:7; Mt 25:31, 32; it-1 107-108)

Answer 3

Angels provide support and aide our commission to preach the good news.

Question 4

When did an earthly organisation begin and what happened?

Answer 4

1513 BCE - Earthly Organisation Start with Mosaic Law given to the Nation of Israel. Jehovah gave an arrangement for worship and standard for the people. The nation made a dedication to Jehovah and gave a verbal response to this agreement.

Question 5

What happened in 33c.e.?

Answer 5

Fleshly Israel - Spiritual Israel with the New Covenant. Jer 31 explained a new arrangement for come for worshippers of Jehovah

Question 6

What is study?

Answer 6

It involves using your mental faculties in careful or extended consideration of a subject.

Question 7

Explain the 3 ways marginal references are used (match vs with the comments)

Answer 7

Examples of parallel thoughts Mt 4:1; Luke 4:1 , direct quotes of phrases or verses Deut 8:3; Mt 4:4, examples of fulfilled prophecy Psa 22:1, Mt 27:46

Question 8

How does prayer help us to have the proper frame of mind for study? (written answer)

Answer 8

Prayer enables us to approach study of God’s word with the proper attitude. We want our heart, our innermost self, to be receptive to the instruction Jehovah gives us.

Question 9

What important truths are highlighted by Jehovah’s dealings with Nineveh?

Answer 9

Jehovah’s justice is perfect, he is reasonable, adaptable, and he is eager to see the wicked repent.

Question 10

What powerful reminder is there if we find ourselves disagreeing with Jehovah?

Answer 10

It’s our point of view that needs adjusting if this is the case.
It will never be Jehovah’s view that is at fault - it’s ours!

Question 11

How did Jesus exercise his headship although unseen?

Answer 11

Mt 28:20 - “I will be with you”. Jesus was a hands-on overseer by means of the HS.

Question 12

In what way is First Maccabees of interest? (si 301 par. 14)

Answer 12

In that it contains historical interest

Question 13

Who were involved in the appt of overseers? (multi-choice question)

Answer 13

CO’s, Body of Elders, GB

Question 14

Is it impossible to fear a God of love? (T/F Question)

Answer 14

False

Question 15

How many times was the divine added in the 2013 edition?

Answer 15

6

Question 16

Why is it especially important to be submissive to theocratic organization today? (Mr 12:28-34; 1Pe 5:8; Re 12:12; w94 7/1 24 par. 3; it-2 168) (written answer)

Answer 16

Jehovah wants willing subjects who prefer his ways, they want to live under his sovereignty. Our submission indicates that we recognise his legitimate authority and we desire to uphold his right to rule.

Question 17

What has convinced you that the modern-day organization of Jehovah’s Witnesses is indeed the visible part of Jehovah’s organization? (Ex 19:1, 5, 6; 23:14-17; 24:12; Ac 2:1-47; 20:28; Eph 4:4-6; Col 1:18; od chap. 4 par. 11; rs 283-284)

Answer 17

Personal Comment

Question 18

Expressing gratitude to god in prayer helps to promote contentment and prevent a complaining spirit. (True/False Question)

Answer 18

True

Question 19

When faced with matters of consciences, all Christians make the same decision. (True/False Question)

Answer 19

False

Question 20

Why is it a struggle to maintain good motives according to Gen 8:21?

Answer 20

Because we are imperfect so we are naturally inclined to do bad.

Question 21

Psa 26:2 - why should I ask Jehovah to test my motives? W07 Aug 15 pg 12 par 5

Answer 21

Jehovah can allow oppourtunities, circumstances, challenges to develop that reveal our heart condition and this gives us an oppourtunity to show Jehovah how loyal and devoted we are.

Question 22

How are meeting times determined when more than one congregation use a KH?

Answer 22

The elders will work out the schedule with a spirit of mutual concern and brotherly love.

Question 23

Why should Christians consider trials all joy?

Answer 23

Trials can produce endurance, good fruitage and strong faith.

Question 24

List four channels in which the HS flows freely.

Answer 24

a. Prayerful request
b. Read and study God’s inspired Word
c. Listen to ministers who have God’s spirit
d. Attend congregation meetings
e. Engage in the field ministry

Question 25

What useful information does the Moabite stone provide? Tick the box

Answer 25

King Mesha's version of his revolt against Israel

Question 26

What is clear from the progressive development of the pictures from B1? Tick the box

Answer 26

ALL OF THE ABOVE

Question 27

Why is it necessary for the God of Peace to fight?

Answer 27

He respects his own name and righteousness and loves his servants.

Question 28

Why is the meaning of God's name not limited to Ex 3:14?

Answer 28

He is not limited to what himself can become, it also includes what he causes his creation to become to achieve his purpose.

Question 29

Why is submission to theocratic organisation vital?

Answer 29

He wants willing subjects, who desire to uphold his right to rule even if they have choice to be independent.

Question 30

What material may a prospective baptism candidate use during the discussion with the elders? (Tick the box)

Answer 30

He can use his Bible, the OD book and any personal notes.