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How Can I Get Over a Crush? by Young People Ask, published by Jehovah's Witnesses, 1998, from Cant force beloved
“FOR most teens,” wrote one youth-oriented magazine, “crushes are as common as colds.” Almost all youths experience them, and almost all manage to survive to adulthood, with their pride and sense of humor intact. However, when you are caught in the grip of a crush, there is little to laugh about. “I was frustrated,” recalls one youth, “because I couldn’t do anything about it. I knew she was too old for me, but I liked her. I was really bent out of shape over the whole thing.”
Am I Ready to Date? by Young People Ask, published by Jehovah's Witnesses, 1998, from Cant force beloved
IN MANY lands dating is viewed as a means of romantic entertainment, a fun activity. Dating thus takes many forms. For some, a date is a formal, structured affair—flowers, a lovely dinner, and a good-night kiss are all part of the agenda. For others, a date simply means spending some time together with someone you like of the opposite sex. There are even couples who are constantly seen together but who claim to be ‘just friends.’ Well, whether you call it dating, going together, or just seeing each other, it usually amounts to the same thing: a boy and a girl spending a lot of time together socially, often unsupervised.
Dating was not the custom in Bible times. Nevertheless, when carried out intelligently, cautiously, and honorably, dating is a legitimate way for two people to get to know each other. And, yes, it can be enjoyable. But does this mean that you should date?
Am I Ready for Marriage? by Young People Ask, published by Jehovah's Witnesses, 1998, from Cant force beloved
MARRIAGE is not a game. God intended for husbands and wives to forge a permanent bond, closer than that with any other human. (Genesis 2:24) A marriage mate is thus someone you will stick to—or be stuck with—for the rest of your life.
How Do I Know If It’s Real Love? by Young People Ask, published by Jehovah's Witnesses, 1998, from Cant force beloved

LOVE—to starry-eyed romantics it is a mysterious visitation that seizes you, a once-in-a-lifetime feeling of sheer ecstasy. Love, they believe, is strictly an affair of the heart, something that cannot be understood, just experienced. Love conquers all and lasts forever...

So go the romantic clichés. And no doubt about it, falling in love can be a uniquely beautiful experience. But just what is real love?
How Can I Carry On a Successful Courtship? by Young People Ask, published by Jehovah's Witnesses, 1998, from Cant force beloved
“MOST marriage failures are courtship failures. This point cannot too often be repeated.” So said Paul H. Landis, a researcher on the subject of family life. Louise can vouch for the accuracy of this statement. She explains: “My biggest mistake was getting attached affectionately to Andy before I allowed myself to see what he was like as a person. Our courtship had been pretty much limited to one-on-one settings. I never saw how he reacted outside these ‘ideal’ situations.” Their marriage was shattered by divorce. The key to avoiding such a tragedy? Carrying on a successful courtship!
Keep on the Watch! For What? by Brochure published by Jehovahs Witnesses , from Cant force beloved
For What?

Why Is It Especially Urgent Now?
Comfort for God’s People by chap. 12 of 'Isaiah's Prophecy' vol.2 Published by Jehovah's Witnesses, from Cant force beloved
Isaiah 51:1-23, chapter 12 of "'Isaiah's Prophecy' Light for All Mankind"
“Do Not Put Your Trust in Nobles” by chap. 11 of 'Isaiah's Prophecy' vol.2 Published by Jehovah's Witnesses, from Cant force beloved
Isaiah 50:1-11, chapter 11 of "'Isaiah's Prophecy' Light for All Mankind"
False Religion—Its Dramatic End Foreseen by Chap. 8 of Publication By Watchtower society vol. 2, from Cant force beloved
Isaiah 47:1-15 what is it's fulfillment for today?

under each paragraph there is a question to help us to really consider the paragraphs read.
God Cares for the Elderly by Wacthtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
Comfort for the Elderly

TODAY’S rampant mistreatment of the elderly is not surprising. Long ago, the Bible foretold that during “the last days” of this ungodly system, people would be “lovers of themselves, . . . having no natural affection.” (2 Timothy 3:1-3) The Greek word rendered “natural affection” can include the love that normally exists within families. True to Bible prophecy, that kind of affection is noticeably lacking today.
Neglected, Mistreated, and Elderly by Wacthtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
AS HE made his rounds, the night watchman was not prepared for the chilling sight that awaited him. There, just outside a plush residential complex, he came upon two lifeless bodies—an elderly married couple who had leaped from the window of their eighth-floor apartment. As shocking as their suicide was, their motive was even more jarring. A note found in the husband’s pocket stated: “We are ending our lives because of constant abuses and harassment from our son and daughter-in-law.”
Mankind's Problems Will They Ever End? by Wacthtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
We Need to Know Who God Is by Wacthtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
Do You Struggle With Your Feelings? by Wacthtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
FOR much of her life, Lena has struggled with negative feelings about herself. “Years of sexual abuse during my childhood killed a big part of my self-respect,” she said. “I felt that I was completely useless.” Simone too looks back on her youth and says, “Deep within me there was a void and the belief that I wasn’t worth much.” The profound unhappiness that results from such feelings seems to be widespread today. One telephone counseling service for teenagers says that almost half of their callers express “persistent feelings of low self-value.”
Are We Living in the Last Days? by Wacthtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
THE END OF FALSE RELIGION IS NEAR! by Wacthtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
* What is false religion?
* How will it end?
* How will you be affected?
How Jehovah's Witnesses Are Organized by Wacthtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
When did Jehovah's Witnesses have their modern-day start? (1)
How are meetings of Jehovah's Witnesses conducted? (2)
How are expenses cared for? (3)
Who takes the lead in each congregation? (4)
What larger meetings are held each year? (5)
What work is done at their headquarters and branch offices? (6)
How to Build a Happy Marriage by Watchtower Bible and tract Society, from Cant force beloved
“A man . . . must stick to his wife and they must become one flesh.”—GENESIS 2:24.
Can Marriage Withstand the Storm? by Watchtower Bible and tract Society, from Cant force beloved
HOMES that looked sturdy were swept off their foundations, their structures ripped to shreds. As monster storms hit large areas around the globe recently, the quality and durability of countless buildings were put to the ultimate test.

A storm of another nature, however, is wreaking havoc on the foundation and structure of the age-old institution of marriage. “For better or worse, marriage has been displaced from its pivotal position in personal and social life,” states family historian Stephanie Coontz.
THE EUCHARIST:The Facts Behind the Ritual by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
PEOPLE the world over observe the ceremony regularly—whether several times a year, weekly, or even daily. Yet, it is called a mystery of faith, and many of those who practice it do not claim to understand it. It is viewed as sacred and is even supposed to be miraculous.
Isaiah chapther ONE by Bible, from Cant force beloved
Isaiah 1:1:The vision of Isaiah the son of A′moz that he visioned concerning Judah and Jerusalem in the days of Uz‧zi′ah, Jo′tham, A′haz [and] Hez‧e‧ki′ah, kings of Judah:
What Hope for Peace in Our Time? by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
WAR has always been brutal. It has always ruined the lives of soldiers and has always brought suffering to civilians. But in recent years, war has changed its face. In what way?
“The War to End All Wars” by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
‘I promise you that this will be the final war—the war to end all wars.’
—WOODROW WILSON, U.S. PRESIDENT (1913-21).

THOSE were the high expectations of one world leader at the end of World War I, about 90 years ago. That global conflict was so horrendous that the victors wanted—and needed—to believe that their many sacrifices would bring lasting benefits. But human wars rarely solve problems, let alone eliminate the deep-rooted problem of war itself.

☼God’s intervention in human affairs is called Armageddon☼
How Well Do You Communicate? by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
“LOVE Letter by a 60-Year-Old.” That was the theme of a sweepstakes contest by a bank in Japan a few years ago. It urged Japanese in their 50’s and 60’s to express their “honest feelings” toward their spouses. One contestant wrote to his wife: “You may laugh, but I’ll regret it if I don’t say it, so here I go, in a loud voice: Thank you for marrying me.”

In a number of cultures, including some in the Orient, free expression of one’s feelings has been discouraged. Yet, over 15,000 responded to that love-letter contest. It was so popular that a follow-up contest was conducted, and books were published based on the letters. This suggests that deep inside, many yearn to express how they feel about
What God’s Kingdom Will Do (part 5)(last part) by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
►The Future of the Kingdom

18, 19. What will happen to the King and the Kingdom at the end of the Millennial Reign?
20. How can we find out what the future holds for Christ and the 144,000?
What God’s Kingdom Will Do (part 4) by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
►Jehovah’s Sovereignty Vindicated
►The Hope of Everlasting Life

13. How will the rightness of God’s rule be shown?
14. What will happen to rebels when the thousand years end?
15. What relationship will loyal ones have with Jehovah?
16. Why is it proper to look forward to the reward of everlasting life?
17. How did Jesus show that it was proper to be sustained by our hope?
What God’s Kingdom Will Do (part 3) by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
►Inheriting the Earth
►A Marvelous New World

7, 8. How will God cleanse this earth?
9. What kind of world will God’s Kingdom usher in?
10. What bad things will no longer exist under Kingdom rule?
11. Why can we have confidence that physical ailments will end?
12. What hope is there for the dead?

(At the bottom of each column I will place the link to the previous next portion to be considered)
What God’s Kingdom Will Do (part 1) by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
“Let your kingdom come. Let your will take place, as in heaven, also upon earth.”—MATTHEW 6:10.

1. What will the coming of God’s Kingdom mean?
2. What will mark the transition from human rule to Kingdom rule?
3. How does Jeremiah describe the destiny of disobedient ones?

At the bottom of the column there is the link to the next portion to be considered.
What God’s Kingdom Will Do (part 2) by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
►The End of Wickedness

4. Why is Jehovah justified in ending this wicked system?
5, 6. Describe the wickedness that existed in ancient Canaan.

at the bottom of each column I will place the link to the previos and next portion to be considered.
How Long Can You Live? by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
“Let his flesh become fresher than in youth; let him return to the days of his youthful vigor.”—JOB 33:25.

WHEN a dog dies after living 10 or 20 years, it has probably done most of the things that dogs do. It may have raised puppies, chased cats, buried bones, and protected its master. But when a human dies after living 70 or 80 years, he has realized only a fraction of his potential. If he enjoyed sports, he likely excelled at only one or two of them. If he liked music, he probably mastered only one or two instruments. If he loved speaking to people in their own tongue, he may have become fluent in only two or three languages. He could have enjoyed so much more—meeting people, discovering new things, and drawing closer to God—if only he had lived longer.

After 80 years of life, a person has realized only a fraction of his potential....
Can You Avoid Aging? by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
“Seventy years is all we have—eighty years, if we are strong; . . . life is soon over, and we are gone.”—PSALM 90:10, TODAY’S ENGLISH VERSION.

IMAGINE always enjoying the prime of life. Imagine vigorous health and keenness of mind that never fade. Does such a delightful prospect sound like fantasy to you? Then consider this curious fact: Although some species of parrots can live up to a hundred years, mice rarely live more than three. Such diverse life spans have led some biologists to reason that aging must have a cause and that if aging has a cause, it may have a cure.
Why Do We Grow Old? by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
“Man, born of woman, has a short life yet has his fill of sorrow.”—JOB 14:1, THE JERUSALEM BIBLE.

YOU may have imagined that all living things must inevitably wear out. Cars and vacuum cleaners in daily use eventually stop working. It is easy to suppose that animals age and die in a similar way. But professor of zoology Steven Austad explains: “Living organisms are very different from machines. The most fundamental defining character of living organisms, in fact, may be their ability to repair themselves.”
When MARITAL DISAGREEMENTS Arise by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
NO HUSBAND or wife of sound mind enjoys marital conflict, but it is all too common. Typically, one spouse says something that irritates the other. Voices are raised, and tempers flare, igniting an emotionally charged argument with caustic remarks. Then comes icy silence, with both mates stubbornly refusing to talk. In time, the anger subsides and apologies are exchanged. Peace is restored—at least until the next disagreement.
Drawing Close to God in Prayer by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
Why is it important to pray regularly? (1)
To whom should we pray, and how? (2, 3)
What are proper subjects for prayer? (4)
When should you pray? (5, 6)
Does God listen to all prayers? (7)
Would You Like to Know the Truth? by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
THE truth about what? About some of the most important questions that humans have ever asked. Perhaps you have wondered about such questions as these:

* Does God really care about us?
* Will war and suffering ever end?
* What happens to us when we die?
* Is there any hope for the dead?
* How can I pray and be heard by God?
* How can I find happiness in life?
Your Decision to Serve God by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
What must you do to become a friend of God? (1, 2)
How do you make your dedication to God? (1)
When should you be baptized? (2)
How can you gain the strength to stay faithful to God? (3)
Who Is Jesus Christ? by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
Why is Jesus called God's "firstborn" Son? (1)
Why is he called "the Word"? (1)
Why did Jesus come to earth as a man? (2-4)
Why did he perform miracles? (5)
What will Jesus do in the near future? (6)
WHY MANY DOUBT That Religion Can Unite Mankind by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
“LOVE your neighbor.” (Matthew 22:39) This basic rule of conduct is acclaimed by many religions. If such religions were effective in teaching their members to love their neighbor, their flocks would be drawn together and be united. However, is that what you have observed? Are religions a force for unity? A recent survey in Germany asked the question: “Do religions unite people, or are they more likely to separate them?”

(Some of the names used in this article have been changed)
Facing the Challenges of Teen Motherhood by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, from Cant force beloved
TEENAGE pregnancy brings with it the burden of facing adult decisions. “I feel like I’m 40 years old,” says one teenage mother. “I missed out on my whole childhood.” Indeed, in the wake of learning that she is pregnant, a young girl may feel absolutely overwhelmed by fear and anxiety.
Mothers Too Soon by Cant force beloved
“My boyfriend was a cute guy. He had money, and we could go places and have fun. When I missed my period, I realized something was wrong. How was I to tell my mom? How could this happen to me? I was only 16 years old, and I didn’t know what to do.”—Nicole.

*Some names in this series have been changed.