HELP YOUR STUDENT TO DEEPEN HIS LOVE FOR JEHOVAH

 Jesus knew that love for God would motivate his disciples to apply what they had learned. He often taught things that would help his disciples to grow in their love for their heavenly Father. For example, he compared Jehovah to a man who gives good things to his children. (Matthew 7:9-11) Some of Jesus' listeners may not have had such an affectionate father. Imagine how they must have felt when Jesus gave the illustration of a compassionate father who welcomed the return of his son who had been on a wayward course. They could see Jehovah's compassion for his earthly children. - LUKE 15:20-24. 

You too can help a Bible student to deepen his love for Jehovah by emphasizing God's qualities in your teaching. During each study session, help him to make a connection between what he is learning and Jehovah's love. When discussing the ransom, emphasize how it applies to him. (Romans 5:8; 1 John 4:10) A student is likely to be moved to love Jehovah when reflecting on Jehovah's love for him personally. - GALATIANS 2:20. 

Consider Michael, from Indonesia. He was raised around the truth but did not get baptized. At age 18, he went abroad to work as a truck driver. He later married but left his family behind to continue working abroad. In the meantime, his wife and daughter began to study the Bible and to make progress. After his mother died, Michael decided to return home to care for his father and agreed to have a Bible study. When considering the "Dig Deeper" section in lesson 27 of the "Enjoy Life Forever! book, Michael was profoundly touched. As he reflected on how Jehovah must have felt to see His Son suffer, Michael was moved to tears. He developed a deep gratitude for the ransom and was moved to change his life course and get baptized. 

Next time: HELP YOUR STUDENT O ADJUST HIS PRIORITIES

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