Watchtower Study — Week of June 22-28, 2026

Let us learn from God for all comfort.

Theme: 2 Corinthians 1:4: He comforts us […]so that we may comfort the comfort we receive from God.

1. Why should we comfort others?

Comment 1:
We all go through tests and moments of anguish. Therefore, when someone encourages us from the heart, we understand how much value they have to receive comfort. Matthew’s golden rule 7:12 impels us to do for others what we would appreciate them doing for us when we suffer.

Comment 2:
According to 2 Corinthians 1:3, 4, Jehovah is the God of all comfort. He not only strengthens us when we suffer, but expects us to convey that same comfort to others. Thus, a test that we have overcome can help us better understand and encourage a brother.

Comment 3:
Consoling should not be a cold obligation. We do it because we love our brothers and we want them to feel accompanied. Sometimes a call, a visit or a sincere word can remind you that Jehovah loves you and that the congregation is at your side.

THE SIGNIFICATE OF CONSOLAR IN THE BIBLE

2. In the Bible, what meanings can the Greek word that has been translated “consolar” can have?

Comment 1:
The word “consolar” isn’t just saying something nice so that a person feels better. It may also include encouraging, advising or strengthening. Therefore, consoling is helping someone regain strength and move forward with hope.

Comment 2:
The literal idea is to call next to one. That conveys closeness. When a brother suffers, we don’t want to stay away; we want to approach, listen to him and make him feel that he doesn’t have to face his burden alone.

Comment 3:
Romans 12:8 shows that encouraging others is an important facet of Christian service. Sometimes the best comfort is a word that renews hope; sometimes, kind advice or practical help. The important thing is that the person ends up stronger.

3. What good example did Barnabas set us? (See also the image).

Comment 1:
Barnabas was known as the son of comfort, and earned that name for his way of treating the brothers. He didn’t just feel compassion; he acted. He was looking for how to help and approach those who needed support.

Comment 2:
Acts 9:26-28 shows that when the disciples disbearled Saul by his past, Barnabas decided to help him. He trusted the evidence of his change and presented it to the apostles. So he prevented a newly converted brother from feeling isolated.

Comment 3:
The example of Barnabas teaches us to look beyond a person’s past. We can encourage those who may feel insecure, alone or little understood. A show of confidence can be just what you need to integrate and progress spiritually.

HOW TO CONSAR TO THE MORE

4. What’s one of the best ways to comfort others? (Romans 1:11, 12).

Comment 1:
One of the best ways to console is to visit the person, whenever possible. Being present conveys affection and support. It’s not about getting there, greeting quickly and leaving, but of spending time and showing that we’re really interested in how he is.

Comment 2:
In Romans 1:11, 12, Paul wanted to see the brothers to encourage them and be encouraged also by their faith. This shows that one visit can benefit the two: those who receive comfort and who is allowed to use by Jehovah.

Comment 3:
When we can’t go in person, we can still do a lot. A call, a message thought out fondly, a card or a letter can come at a very necessary time. Jehovah can use simple means to convey true comfort.

5. What can we expect in this system?

Comment 1:
We can hope that, in time, it will be more difficult to visit and support the brothers. That is why we need to strengthen our courage and our love now. We don’t want fear or comfort to stop us from being present when someone needs encouragement.

Comment 2:
Onesforo looked for Paul when he was in prison, even knowing he could take risks. According to 2 Timothy 1:16-18, he was not ashamed of him. His example shows that loyal love does not disappear when helping is uncomfortable or demands sacrifices.

Comment 3:
Brothers who support others during legal or persecution show that comfort may require bravery. We may not go through that situation, but we can prepare by studying examples of fidelity and strengthening our trust in Jehovah.

6. How can we imitate Jehovah by comforting others? (See also the image).

Comment 1:
We can imitate Jehovah listening carefully. He listened to Elijah when he was deeply discouraged, though he already knew all the details. That teaches us that listening is not wasting time; it is a very powerful way of showing love.

Comment 2:
James 1:19 says we must be quick to listen. When a brother unloads, we don’t need to interrupt him or rush to give him a solution. First we must allow him to express how he feels and make him notice that we understand.

Comment 3:
Sometimes a person repeats the same thing because he is still processing his pain. Jehovah did not tire of listening to Elijah, and we should not bother either. Patience and respect can make someone feel safe to open their heart.

7. How can we find out what someone who is suffering needs?

Comment 1:
We must not assume that everyone needs the same. We may think about what would help us, but each person feels and faces pain differently. That is why, before we speak or act, we must listen and try to understand.

Comment 2:
Proverbs 20:5 compare the thoughts of the heart to deep waters. To get them out, you have to use discernment. We can ask questions with tact, like, what would help you now? or Do you prefer to talk or just accompany you?

Comment 3:
Find out what someone needs takes time. Maybe you need a biblical text, help practical, company or just someone who hears it without judging it. If we take nothing for granted, we can offer a more personal and effective comfort.

8. How did Jesus comfort Martha and Mary, and what do we learn? (See the images too).

Comment 1:
Although Martha and Mary had lost the same brother, Jesus did not exactly treat them the same. With Martha she spoke of the resurrection and strengthened her faith. With Mary wept and shared her pain. That shows that Jesus perceived what each one needed.

Comment 2:
John 11:20-35 shows that Jesus was sensitive and adaptable. He did not apply a consolation formula. Sometimes you need to remember a biblical hope; other times, the most comforting thing is to be close to someone and cry with him.

Comment 3:
We learn that we should not compare one person’s pain to that of another. Two brothers may live in a similar situation, but need different support. Love drives us to observe, listen and adapt our help to each case.

9. How does the Bible help us to comfort others? (Romans 15:4, 5).

Comment 1:
The Bible can give a comfort that simple human words do not always achieve. His stories, promises and advice strengthen hope. Therefore, when we help someone, we seek that it be Jehovah who speaks to him through his Word.

Comment 2:
Romans 15:4, 5 explains that the Scriptures give us endure, comfort and hope. A well-chosen text can remind a brother that Jehovah understands his pain, that his situation will not last forever and that he has a secure future.

Comment 3:
Some animation texts should be borne in mind. But we don’t want to use them as automatic responses. We may ask Jehovah in prayer to help us remember the right verse and use it sensitively, depending on what the person is going through.

10. Why is it so important to speak kindly to comforting?

Comment 1:
When someone is sensitive, a little thought-out phrase can hurt more than we imagine. That is why, if we have to advise or correct, we must do it kindly. Our goal is not to prove that we are right, but to help the person recover.

Comment 2:
Proverbs 12:18 warns that a few words may strike like a sword, but the tongue of the wise healers. Before we talk, we can ask ourselves: What am I going to say will relieve your burden or increase it?

Comment 3:
Jehovah corrected Elijah with affection and patience. He didn’t humiliate him for feeling exhausted or alone. Likewise, our words must be kind, positive and respectful, both by comforting in private and by making comments or speeches in the congregation.

11. What do those who are suffering often need? (1 John 3:18).

Comment 1:
Many times they need practical help, not just words. It can be preparing a meal, making a purchase, taking them to a doctor’s appointment or helping at home. These gestures make Christian love visible and can alleviate a very specific concern.

Comment 2:
First of John 3:18 he encourages us to love with facts and truth. This text reminds us that comfort is demonstrated by actions. Even a small help can be of great value if offered with affection and at the right time.

Comment 3:
Barnabas put his resources at the service of the brothers in need. His example encourages us to ask ourselves what we can do realistically. We can’t all help the same way, but we can all find a way to ease someone’s burden.

12. How do we help our brothers when we endure the difficulties?

Comment 1:
When we endure a trial without abandoning Jehovah, we strengthen others. We may not realize it, but the brothers watch how faith helps us to stand firm. Seeing our endurance can give them the courage to face their own difficulties.

Comment 2:
In 1 Thessalonians 3:5-8, Paul was reanied to know that the brothers were still firm. This teaches that our fidelity not only benefits our relationship with Jehovah; it also encourages the whole congregation.

Comment 3:
We don’t have to hide that a situation hurts us. But if we continue to pray, attending meetings and trusting in Jehovah, we demonstrate that he really holds his servants. That example can console brothers we don’t know personally.

13. What quality do we need, and why?

Comment 1:
We need patience, because we won’t always see immediate results. A brother can remain sad or down even if we visit him or encourage him. That doesn’t mean our effort has been useless; it may need time to recover.

Comment 2:
First of Thessalonians 5:11 says, “Keep cheering one another.” The expression indicates a continuous action. Therefore, it is not enough to be interested once; we can call back, visit or ask fondly how the person is.

Comment 3:
Patience helps us not to give up. Sometimes the best consolation is to keep us available for weeks or months. A suffering person can forget many words, but he will probably remember that the brothers did not stop showing him love.

WHAT to do NOTE WE KNOWING CONSUE

14, 15. What should we do if we feel overwhelmed or distressed?

(a) To pray to Jehovah

Comment 1:
When we feel overwhelmed, we can tell Jehovah exactly what we feel. We don’t have to use perfect words. We can talk to him about our fears, sadness and concerns, trusting that he listens with interest and compassion.

Comment 2:
Psalm 94:19 shows that when we have many concerns, Jehovah can comfort us and calm us down. Praying doesn’t always eliminate the test right away, but it helps us not to carry alone the emotional weight of what we are living.

Comment 3:
Philippians 4:6, 7 promises that the peace of God can protect our hearts and mind. That is why it is appropriate to be specific in prayer. When we explain to Jehovah what we care about, we prove that we trust him and leave the matter in his hands.

(b) Request assistance

Comment 1:
We must also ask for help from a mature friend or a trusted old man. The brothers want to comfort us, but they don’t always know what we feel. Talking honestly can open the door to receiving the support we need.

Comment 2:
Proverbs 14:10 recognizes that each heart knows its own pain. No one can fully read our feelings. That is why it is important to explain, as a measure that is comfortable, what is affecting us and what kind of help we would appreciate.

Comment 3:
We can ask someone to listen to us, to pray with us or to show us a biblical text that has helped him. Asking for support does not show weakness; it shows humility and confidence in the arrangement that Jehovah has given through the congregation.

16. What is possible that happens when others try to encourage us, but what should we remember?

Comment 1:
Someone may say something with good intention, but don’t help us or even make us feel worse. In those moments, we need to remember that the brothers are not perfect and that they may not know exactly what to say in the face of our pain.

Comment 2:
James 3:2 recognizes that we all stumble many times with our words. That text can help us not interpret every unfortunate comment as a lack of love. We can focus on the person wanting to encourage us, even if he didn’t express it well.

Comment 3:
First of Corinthians 13:4, 7 encourages us to be patient and to endure all things with love. Forgiving an unrighteous phrase protects our peace and the unity of the congregation. Jehovah values us to look at the good intentions of our brothers.

17. What goal should we set?

Comment 1:
We should set ourselves the goal of comforting others as much as we can. There’s no need to wait for a tragedy to happen. We may be attentive to older, sick, tired or worried siblings, and look for simple ways to encourage them.

Comment 2:
As the difficulties increase, we will all need more support. That is why it is important to cultivate the habit of being interested in others now. A congregation in which everyone encourages and listens becomes a very valuable spiritual refuge.

Comment 3:
The goal is not to do something extraordinary, but to be available for Jehovah to use us. A sincere greeting, an invitation, a visit or a message can be small actions that convey the great comfort that Jehovah gives to his people.

COMMENT ON THE IMY GENES

Image by Barnabas and Saul

Comment 1:
The image highlights that Barnabas approached Saul when others were still suspicious of him. This teaches that a comforting Christian does not feed the doubts or fears of others, but seeks a way to help the brother feel accepted.

Comment 2:
It also reminds us that a smile, a calm attitude and a show of confidence can make a big difference. Barnabas was a bridge between Saul and the apostles; we too can help integrate those who feel insecure.

Image of the sister listening patient

Comment 1:
The image shows that consoling may take time. The sister doesn’t seem to be in a hurry to end the conversation. That teaches that listening calmly can be more valuable than trying to quickly solve someone’s problem.

Comment 2:
The sister’s attitude conveys interest and respect. Sometimes we don’t have an answer for a brother’s pain, but we can offer our presence. Listening without judging is a very practical way to imitate Jehovah.

Image of the old man who comforts two widowers

Comment 1:
The two scenes show that a person needs different forms of support according to the moment. At first, you may need to cry and feel accompanied; later, you can thank you affectionately for your loved one and strengthen your hope.

Comment 2:
This confirms that comfort is not a fixed formula. We must observe, listen and adapt our help. Sometimes the best support will be a quiet embrace; sometimes, a biblical text, a quiet conversation or sharing a nice memory.

WHAT RESPONDER?

What is the meaning of console – in the Bible?

Comment 1:
Consoling means approaching someone who is suffering to encourage and strengthen him. It may involve listening, accompanying, advising with kindness or helping in a practical way. The goal is for the person to regain strength and hope.

Comment 2:
It’s not just about making someone feel better for a few minutes. Biblical comfort helps the person to continue to trust in Jehovah and to face his situation with more peace and courage.

Comment 3:
The example of Jehovah shows that consoling is to act with compassion. He listens, teaches, corrects affectionately and gives hope. When we mimic that way of treating others, we reflect their love.

How can we comfort the others?

Comment 1:
We can visit them, call them or write to them; but above all we must listen to them patiently. So we figure out what they really need, without taking for granted that everyone reacts the same to the pain.

Comment 2:
We can also use the Bible with tact. An appropriate text can renew hope and remind the person that Jehovah understands his situation. Besides, we must always speak kindly, to heal and not hurt.

Comment 3:
Love is demonstrated by facts. We can offer practical help, support or constant support. And when we endure our own trials faithfully, we also strengthen the brethren by showing them that Jehovah gives strength.

What can we do when we need comfort?

Comment 1:
We can pray to Jehovah honestly and tell him exactly how we feel. He can give us peace, strength and wisdom to face what we are living, even if the situation does not change immediately.

Comment 2:
It’s also good to ask a mature brother or a trusted old man for help. We don’t have to carry the load alone. Jehovah can use the congregation to give us comfort just when we need it most.

Comment 3:
If someone tries to help us, but they don’t find the right words, we must be patient and forgive. Concentrating on your good intentions will allow us to continue to receive the affection that Jehovah transmits to us through our brothers and sisters.