The reality of death makes us think about how we are using our life (Ps 90:12)īy the way we live, we can make “a good name” with Jehovah God (Ec 7:1-4) Those who lived and died without an opportunity to understand and apply Bible truth also have theĪ funeral reminds us of the brevity and uncertainty of life (Ec 9:11) Jesus’ “other sheep” will be resurrected to life in the earthly Paradise (Joh 10:16 Lu 23:43) God has appointed Jesus to raise the dead (Joh 5:25, 28, 29)Īnointed Christians are resurrected to heavenly life (1Co 15:51-54 Re 20:4, 6) The resurrection hope is made possible by the sacrifice of Jesus Christ (Mt 20:28)Ĭhrist’s resurrection provides a guarantee (1Co 15:22, 23) The Bible gives hope that millions who have died will live again The dead are unconscious (Ps 146:4 Ec 9:5, 10) The Bible clearly tells us the condition of the dead God has provided a hope that is sure to be realized (Isa 55:10, 11 Re 21:4)

Jehovah is the God of wisdom, justice, love, and powerĭeath was not part of his original purpose for mankindĭeath is the result of Adam’s disobedience (Ge 2:7, 15-17 3:19)Īll of Adam’s descendants have inherited death (Ro 5:12) Jehovah God has tender feelings for those who grieve and promises to comfort them (Ps 34:18 147:3) When Lazarus died, Jesus showed sympathy and provided comfort for those grieving (Joh 11:23-26, 33-35) Grief is a normal reaction to the loss of a loved one (Ge 23:2 37:34, 35) Highlight exemplary qualities displayed by the deceased (Ec 7:1) Share the dedication record of the deceased, including privileges of service Give details regarding age, birth, when married, surviving family, and so forth Do not invite the audience to makeĮxpressions about the deceased, as this could introduce inappropriate or unscriptural elements into the

In good standing who knew the deceased well. You may choose to arrange a well-rehearsed interview with a brother May use events from his life throughout the talk to show how those in attendance can benefit from hisĮxample. The circumstances of the deceased and the needs of grieving ones. HOW WE CAN BENEFIT FROM BEING HERE he and his brother, neither now JW's, wish to give a eulogy, is this allowed ?įollowing are the instructions from the latest outline: So a copy of the latest Outline would be invaluable to him when he talks to the EldersĬan't post the latest Outline (12/16), but following are four main headings:

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