Witnesses of Jehovah.
Who Are They?
Most of us know Jehovah's Witnesses as persistent fundamentalists who wake us up on Saturday mornings. Many are afraid to answer their doors. If you politely listen to them, they'll be back over and over again. Why? Because they are required to keep accurate records. The fact that you listened one time, tells them you're interested. They will make a note of that so they can follow up with more 'good news'
Are Jehovah's Witnesses A Cult?
The theme of the Jehovah's Witnesses has not changed much since they were founded in the 1870's. For example armageddon has been just around the corner for almost 140 years. Some Jehovah's Witnesses have put their entire lives on hold waiting for it.
The doctrine of God's slave started in 1881 and it's still an intricate part of their beliefs. They also believe they are Jehovah's organization and 'the truth'. Everyone else, - the entire world, - all other churches, political parties, and governments are thought to be dominated by Satan's the Devil. They believe that only Jehovah's Witnesses have any scriptural hope of being saved when judgment day arrives. Watchtower Sept 1, 1989
In spite of their unpopular beliefs, JW's are internationally recognized for being peaceful, law abiding citizens, who don't take up arms and don't go to war. Even though they believe they are the only ones who will be saved, they still have love and compassion for others. That's why they go door to door warning the wicked that they must join the Jehovah's Witnesses to avoid the wrath of Jehovah. See Are Jehovah's Witnesses A Cult?
Apostates.
The biggest source of friction for the Jehovah's Witnesses are members who leave. It's easy to join the JW's but hard to leave. Why? Because JW's are separate from the world, their beliefs are radical, and they must speak in agreement. Being 'like minded' is extremely important. Unity of beliefs and religious tradition is far more important than anything else.
What happens when a Jehovah's Witness disagrees?
- They can lie. They can swear they believe in everything even if they don't
- They can secretly break the rules and hope they don't get caught
- They can leave
Obeying Jehovah based on the Governing Body's interpretation of the Bible is required. Failure to do so leads to being disfellowshipped or 'dissociated'. They are labelled 'apostates'. They are thrown into an alien world thought to be controlled by Satan. This practice punishes those who leave and faithful Jehovah's Witnesses within the organization. It destroys close family relationships and friendships. Critics say it is a 'theocratic war' strategy that protects the organization from harm at the expense of individuals. It prevents Jehovah's Witnesses from finding out secret information that might cause them to question their beliefs.
Apostates are not loved or treated with respect by the Jehovah's Witnesses, especially if they expose secret information. Anyone who speaks out against unchristian practices within the religion is thought to be an enemy of Jehovah, a bitter person who is speaking out in anger.
JW's believe they are are 'in the truth'. Everyone else is 'out of the truth'. That's why, former Jehovah's Witnesses are treated differently than non believers. The belief is they 'knew the truth' and chose to follow the devil down a path that leads to everlasting destruction. That's why when you're disfellowshipped or 'disassociated', zealous Jehovah's Witnesses will walk right by you without making eye contact or saying 'Hello, how are you?' See Do Not Say A Greeting
Of course, the Jehovah's Witnesses hope that some day apostates will come back to the safety of their organization before it is too late and be saved when Jehovah soon destroys the wicked at armageddon. See Apostate Jehovah's Witnesses
Today's Articles.
Information About The Jehovah's Witnesses. Coming Soon.
- Jehovah's Witnesses Armageddon, End Of The World, And Negativity.
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