The Watchtower, November 1, 1978

THE WATCHTOWER

Visiting where it happened

IN THIS ISSUE

3 Visiting Where It Happened Abraham and his offspring lived here. Judges and kings of Israel fought their battles here. Prophets spoke, Jesus preached and taught, and the Christian congregation was established here. Thousands of persons on tour here in 1978 found much that was interesting, yes, enthralling in "the land"

12 Our Choice to Work with Jehovah God How important are dedication and baptism to those seeking salvation?

16 Doing Jehovah's Work in Jehovah's Way

A balanced service now leads to joy and to endless life in God's new order

22 Sermon on the Mount—"Keep on Asking"

24 Insight on the News 30 Gilead's 65th Class Encouraged to Remain Faithful

25 Decisions That Have 31 Questions from Readers

Contributed to a Happy Life 32 Jehovah Reveals His Judgments

A WATCHTOWER enables a person to look far into the distance and announce to others what is seen. Likewise, this magazine, published by Jehovah's Witnesses, aids the reader to see what the future holds. Since it began publication in 1879, "The Watchtower" has held faithfully to God's Word as its authority. It stays clear of all political involvement. It points to the Bible prophecies showing that Jesus Christ is God's means for restoring peace and harmony to this globe. It shows that this Son of God, on the basis of his shed blood, will release mankind from sin and death to enjoy eternal life in happiness on a paradise island. Because Jehovah God will accomplish all this soon through his kingdom by Jesus Christ, "The Watchtower" announces that kingdom as the real hope for mankind.

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