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Soup Tasting Gathering!

Chicken Tortilla Soup!

Shrimp Gumbo with cat fish!

Pumpkin Soup and Leek Potatoe soup with carrots

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Molasses Cookies for Dessert.
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What is the Truth About God?

Can you really be close to God?

When we learn about God's awe-inspiring qualities, some fear that God is too high for them to get close to. That God is too lofty, we are insignificant. Is this a correct idea? The Bible teaches the opposite. It says: "In fact, he is not far off from each one of us." -Acts 17:27. The Bible encourages us: "Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you"
-James 4:8

How can you draw close to God?

Continue to learn about him. Jesus said:
"This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and of the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ." -John 17:3 The Bible teaches that learning about Jehovah and Jesus leads to everlasting life.

Jehovah has many appealing qualities! For example, the Bible teaches that Jehovah is "a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abundant in loving-kindness and truth" -Exodus 34:6. He is "good and ready to forgive." -Psalm 86:5.
God is patient. (2 Peter 3:9)
He is loyal. (Revelation 15:4)
These are just a few of Jehovah's beautiful qualities. Which ones are most appealing to you?

God is an invisible spirit.

(John 1:18; 4:24; 1 Timothy 1:17) We cannot see God, but that does not prevent us from getting close to him. Through the Bible, you can get to know Jehovah as a person. You can "behold the pleasantness of Jehovah." -Psalm 27:4; Romans 1:20. The more you learn about Jehovah the more real he will become to you and the more reason you will have to love him and feel close to him.

The Bible teaches us to think of Jehovah as our Father.
(Matthew 6:9) Not only did he give us life, but he wants the best possible life for us- just as any loving father wants for his children. The Bible also teaches that humans can become Jehovah's friends! (James 2:23) Yes, you can become a friend of the Creator of the universe!

As you continue to take in Bible knowledge, some people may urge you to stop studying the Bible. Even well-meaning people may be afraid you will change your beliefs. But do not let anyone stop you from having the best friendship you can ever have.

The Flood to the Deliverance from Eygpt

Genesis 42:9-38; 43:1-34; 44:1-34

Joseph's brothers come to Egypt for food. Joseph remembers the dream he had about his brothers bowing down to him. He understands that God has allowed him to be in the position he is now in, for a purpose. What will Joseph do? Please read the above Bible account then answer these questions:

Why does Joseph accuse his brother's of being spies?

Why does Jacob let his youngest son, Benjamin, go to Egypt?

How does Joseph's silver cup get into Benjamin's bag?

What does Judah offer to do to gain Benjamin's release?

How have Joseph's brothers changed?

How is Joseph's expression at Genesis 42:18 a fine reminder to those with responsibility in Jehovah's organization today?
(Neh 5:15; 2 Corinth 7:1, 2)

How did Joseph evidently test his brothers and why?
(Gen 43:33, 34)

As part of the ruse to hide his identity from his brothers, how did Joseph represent himself?
(Gen 44:5, 15; Lev. 19:26)

How did Joseph's brothers show that the envious spirit they formerly had toward their brother was now gone?
(Gen 44:13, 33, 34)

How long will Joseph keep his identity hidden? How long will he be able to control his feelings? Please read the following link for the answer.