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Re: the truth about Jehovah’s Witness, part 1

Dan King — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:54:35 -0000

Will,
These are great questions! I think that I did touch on this just a little bit in the post in this series that speaks about their relation to the government. They do anot participate or even recognize government, but I believe that this is based on a flawed interpretation of the scriptures, and completely ignores other references. You can find that post here...
http://bibledude.net/WordPress/?p=49

Also, the intent of this series was not to be all-inclusive of every one of the JW beliefs. But it is merely an overview of some key points that I have come across in my studies and discussions with some JW visitors to my home.

As far as separation is concerned, here is what I believe...
Jesus prayed that we not be separated from the world, but protected from the "evil one". I think that this is an issue across the church, not just with the JWs. I think that morally we should be different (or separate) from the world, as we are not under the same influence. However, we are not to be removed from it completely. We often retreat into our "bubble" in order to protect ourselves from the evil of the outside world. But if we completely separate ourselves from other people, then how can we ever expect to reach them? So I basically do not believe that it is scriptural to separate oneself to the level that JWs typically do.

Let me know if this makes sense or not...

Thanks!
Dan

Re: the truth about Jehovah’s Witness, part 1

Will — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 13:26:57 -0000

Hello. I was wondering if you could email me in regard to a question I have about Witnesses.

They believe that they should be separate from the world - Not just in the way I believe that the Bible teaches, such as morally and righteously, but also socially. They believe that they should not become too close to anyone who is not of their religion, anyone who is, thus, 'part of the world'.

I enjoyed this blog, however, I saw no mentioning of this. I hope that you can, at least, email me a response, or respond here with one.

Re: the truth about Jehovah’s Witness, part 1

Malin — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:20:53 -0000

Hi! Surfing on the net, found your blog when I was Googling pics of the bible for a P.P. presentation i´m doing! Very interesting stuff, will definitely continue to drop by. Blessings from Norway!!

Re: the truth about Jehovah’s Witness, part 1

Hopeful Spirit — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 22:32:44 -0000

A very interesting series! I have always wondered about this group!

Re: the truth about Jehovah’s Witness, part 1

BibleDude — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 15:22:30 -0000

Julie,
I also like the Amplified version, and the Lockham Foundation has done a great job in developing boththe Amplified (great for study) and the New Living Translation (nice for easy devotional reading).

Stay tuned for more in this series!

Thanks!
Dan

Re: the truth about Jehovah’s Witness, part 1

Julie — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 14:02:35 -0000

Hi Dan,

Very well said.

Several years ago two Jehovah's Witnesses arrived on my doorstep. Oh, how they are trained to argue. I was quite distressed at their level of deception. After they left, I prayed throughout the day, and the Lord told me that "the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk, but of power." (1 Corinthians 4:20). It was a relief to me to know that I didn't have to 'win an argument', but that God was able to show Himself to them.

I really like the Amplified Bible, because it amplifies out the Greek and Hebrew translations. I really get an in-depth understanding with it. Currently, however, I am reading the New Living Translation, which I like vey much.

Also, I like your point about knowing the credentials of who translated which Bible version. Actually, I always like to know the source of whatever I read, regardless.

Thus ends the longest comment you've ever received.

LOL