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By showing insight during a tense situation, David and Abigail prevented a tragedy from occurring (See paragraph 10)

Jehovah will put an end to the suffering of his loyal servants (See paragraph 13)

Regardless of our age, we can courageously and successfully defend our faith (See paragraph 8) b

Good judgment helps us avoid being distracted by social media, entertainment, and recreation (See paragraph 17)

A skillful teacher is mainly a listener, not a talker (See paragraphs 11-12)

Jonah’s example teaches us that insight can help us to accept God’s direction and to find success in a difficult situation (See paragraph 16)

After his trials, Job and his wife enjoyed rich blessings from Jehovah (See paragraphs 14-15)

Even where our work is banned or restricted, our brothers and sisters have shown unselfish love for fellow Christians (See paragraph 15) c

Faithful ones who in the past endured trials will enjoy Jehovah’s rich blessings (See paragraph 19)

We need to view our adversities correctly so that we can deal with them successfully (See paragraph 2)

Barnabas lived up to the meaning of his name (See paragraph 3)

Ever since 1914, world conditions have worsened (See paragraph 8)

During courtship, try to discern what the other person is really like (See paragraphs 8-9)

Brother David Splane working at his desk.

We need to be realistic by recognizing that we will have good days and bad days in Satan’s world (See paragraph 5)

Imitate Jehovah by listening carefully when your brothers and sisters speak (See paragraph 6)

Jesus and his heavenly army riding into the war of Armageddon to destroy God’s enemies (See paragraph 14)

Strengthen your marriage by regularly spending time together as friends (See paragraphs 12-13)

With fellow missionaries in Senegal, 1967

Do what you can to maintain a spiritual routine (See paragraph 15)

When comforting others, strive to discern what they need (See paragraph 8) a

In the new world, today’s problems will not be called to mind (See paragraph 15)

Stick together when challenges arise in your marriage (See paragraph 16)

On our wedding day, 1969