What would you tell someone who wants to become a JW? (page 2)

I think ol' Slimboyfat pretty much nailed all the good stuff. Me, I'd ask that if he believes the Jehovah's Witnesses are God's representative "kingdom on Earth," how that fact was communicated to the organization's Governing Body or the church at large. No one saw an angel, no one saw God, no one was kicked in the head by a horse and had visions of Jesus swinging open the pearly gates of Heaven. I'd point out how their missionaries complain about "manmade" churches, but that "The Truth" had all the earmarks of a manmade church.

Wonder how long it takes reality to take hold with new members? One day it's okay to question the leadership, the next you're being hauled into a back room for a readjustment of attitude. Man, I'd like to be a fly on the wall!

After Armageddon, does the membership expect Jehovah to meet directly with the Governing Body?

WTWizard

They need to really cross-reference it thoroughly before going any farther. And that means more than just accepting the next washtowel or whatever littera-trash the witlesses offer. Look at several different web sites from people that have been there, and see for yourself if it is true. And look carefully at the Pharisaic rules throughout the religion--which are more Jewish than Christian. Remember, the religion claims to be the only pure Christian religion, so any Jewish or Muslim traits are not acceptable.

Then, once on the study, confront the conductor about it. Present the evidence that the washtowel doesn't abide by its own holy book, and that they exalt Tyrant David (Jewish) more than Christ. Press the issue that the religion seems to be half Jewish--and they claim to be all Christian. You will probably be lied to. If they do not give a straight answer, you are not in the truth. If they cannot be upfront about the fact that they honor Tyrant David more than Jesus despite claiming to be Christian, they will not be upfront on anything else. Remember, this is supposed to be the truth?

ABibleStudent

I would ask them a couple of simple questions like: Could the WTBTS do anything that would make you not want to be baptized? Then, show them applicable information about how the WTBTS has been wrong over the years or changed its doctrines.

Or, Ask them what they like about being a JW. If it is the love bombing, then ask them how they would react to their JW friends if their JW friends were DF'ed or DA'ed.

Peace be with you and everyone, who you love,

Robert

biometrics

It depends on how deep they are.

Most who are at the point of babtism have been constantly love-bombed up till that point. So anything you say would need to break through that barrier.

I'd probably let them do most of the talking, and only ask questions in a non-confrontational manner.

Dagney

I would try to determine what their attraction is, and go from there. I would share my life as a JW, the good, and then depending on what they say, I would share the bad:

Shunning- if at any point, should they question ANYTHING, they would be marked, shunned.

Ever evolving blood issue - you could lose your life if a decision was made on a vague doctrine, which could be reversed at any time. Many lives lost for a doctrine that has been now modified.

Education - If they are educated, they would be expected to not provide higher education for their family or they become marked, or counseled.

Vanderhoven7

marked

Ucantnome

I would discuss christianity with them and let them make their choice.

outsmartthesystem

I would mention that they teach that the "brothers" went into "babylonish captivity" in 1914 due to their wrong beliefs and incorrect teachings. But then, in 1919, according to the articles, they were released from babylonish captivity having been spiritually cleansed. I would then ask......"have you ever looked at what was being taught in 1914 vs what was being taught in 1919? What changed? If they were in captivity for a few years but emerged in a cleansed state then there should be a difference like night vs day in their teachings during that span, no? Why don't you study the original publications to get an idea of what was being taught back then and whether or not would have accepted it as "truth"

Este

Sure become one of Jehovahs Witnesses why not. They are a strict faith without a doubt and carry many rules. Have you ever met a faithful J.W.? They are well disciplined, loving, and kind. Jehovahs Witnesses make an effort to conform their lives to what the bible teaches whereas many other faiths don't even question whether or not a person is growing spiritually.

E.

What would you tell someone who wants to become a JW?

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Cold Steel