LIVING AS CHRISTIANS, Week of January 19-25, 2026, Let Us Rely on Jehovah and Prepare for When We Need Medical Care or an Operation. Analysis and Answers.

LIVING AS CHRISTIANS, January 19-25, 2026, Let us rely on Jehovah and prepare ourselves for when we need medical care or an operation. Analysis and Answers.

Let us rely on Jehovah and prepare for when we need medical care or an operation (15 mins.) Discussion with the audience.

Play the VIDEO: Are you prepared for a serious medical situation? Then ask:

What three things can help us be prepared for a serious medical situation?

Decisions regarding delicate medical situations must be made well in advance. There are three things that can help us with this:

1. Have the DPA card or identity card properly filled out and with the updated information.

2. Read and use documents with medical information, such as forms S-407 and S-401, which have been prepared for different situations.

3. Contact the Hospital Liaison Committee, who are prepared to help us, and Jehovah has trained them to do this job and do it well.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

To be prepared for a serious medical situation, we are given three resources that we can consider a very practical “kit.” First, having our DPA card or our identification properly updated. Second, having the forms and documents with medical information, which allow us to understand the options, ask the right questions, and be prepared. And third, contacting the Hospital Liaison Committee, which ensures that the place where we receive care takes into account both our conscience and our decisions as Jehovah’s Witnesses.

There are three very important things that help us be prepared. First, having a clear understanding of our wishes regarding medical treatments, especially sensitive matters, and having thought them through in advance. Second, having up-to-date medical information documents that clearly state those wishes. And third, knowing that we can count on the support of the Hospital Liaison Committee, which can help us in case of an emergency.

One thing we learn is that we shouldn't leave these decisions until the last minute. If we've already thought about what we'll do and have everything prepared, when a difficult situation arises we'll be calmer and won't act out of pressure or fear.

We also see that Jehovah teaches us to be provident. Preparing in advance does not demonstrate a lack of faith, but quite the opposite: it shows that we value life and make good use of the help he gives us.

How can documents with medical information help us?

These documents help us to be informed and prepared before facing a medical situation. They guide us on what questions to ask doctors, what kind of specialists might be needed, and what decisions we should consider in advance. Thanks to this, we can feel calmer and more confident, knowing that when we need medical care, our decisions will be pleasing to Jehovah.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

These documents are very helpful because they clearly express our decisions, even if we can't speak for ourselves at that moment. This way, doctors and our family know exactly what we want and can respect our choices without doubt or confusion. They also give us peace of mind because we know everything is arranged in advance.

These documents prevent misunderstandings, as doctors don't have to guess what we want. Everything is clear in writing, and that makes it easier for our decisions to be respected.

They are a great help to our family, because in a moment of tension they don't have to make difficult decisions for us, but simply follow what we have already established.

When should we contact the Hospital Liaison Committee?

We should contact them in advance, not just in emergencies. It's appropriate to do so before surgeries, scheduled treatments, during pregnancy, or even when we don't think there will be any problems with the blood. The Committee can help us find doctors who respect our wishes and decisions.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

It's best to contact them as soon as possible, as soon as you know you're facing a serious medical situation or a possible hospitalization. This isn't just for serious emergencies, but also when you want guidance and support to communicate better with doctors. They can help ensure your decisions are respected and give you peace of mind.

It's best to contact them before the situation gets complicated. That way, when the time comes, we already know who to turn to and we don't waste valuable time.

The committee can serve as a calm and experienced support. They know how to communicate with the doctors, and that helps us feel more secure and supported.

When we see all these ways Jehovah helps us because he loves us, how do we feel?

Seeing all these ways we feel grateful, calm, and secure. We realize that Jehovah loves us, cares about our well-being, and prepares us in advance to face delicate medical situations. This strengthens our trust in him and motivates us to take advantage of the help that comes from Jehovah.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

We feel very grateful and at peace because we see that Jehovah cares for us and gives us practical tools to take care of ourselves. We also feel more secure, knowing that we are not alone and that he lovingly and proactively helps us prepare.

We feel protected because we see that Jehovah cares not only about our spirituality, but also about our physical and emotional well-being.

We feel more confidence in Jehovah, as we notice that he gives us practical guidance for real-life situations, even in difficult times.