“bible illustrations [parables] have more than one aspect.
they … often have a prophetic meaning and application.
moreover, some had a prophetic meaning for the time when they were spoken or shortly thereafter, and some were to have, in addition, a fulfillment in the distant future.” (insight on the scriptures (1988), wtbts, vol 1, pp.
We can add a few to that list
The great Tribulation leading to Armageddon had commenced in 1914
Millions living in 1919 would never die because 1925 would usher in the new system.
Abraham, Isaac and Jacob would be resurrected in 1925 and would stay at Beth Sarim with Judge Rutherford when visiting America.
“bible illustrations [parables] have more than one aspect.
they … often have a prophetic meaning and application.
moreover, some had a prophetic meaning for the time when they were spoken or shortly thereafter, and some were to have, in addition, a fulfillment in the distant future.” (insight on the scriptures (1988), wtbts, vol 1, pp.
Hi R&R,
With regard to the eschatological (second coming) parables such as those found in Matthew 24 and 25, there is a pattern of preparation or readiness for this grand event. The one who is ready for his master's return is the wise servant who feeds his brothers, the virgin who has sufficient oil (symbol of Spirit) in her lamp; the servant who invests the talents he is given by his Lord, and the servant who visits those in prison and clothes the naked. These all picture those who are ready for the master to return. So it seems to me these parables are meant to be prophetic of real events that are to occur with the return of Christ at the end of history.
I see Matthew 24:1-35 as being fulfilled in the first century with the destruction of Jerusalem, whereas verse 36 on appears to be dealing with the parousia or second coming of Christ to judge all nations.
36. BUT OF THAT DAY AND
HOUR KNOWETH NO MAN,
NO, NOT THE ANGELS OF HEAVEN, BUT MY
FATHER
ONLY.
I believe that this verse
and "THAT DAY" signal a change in topic
to the second
coming (parousia) of Christ. Mt.7: 20-22
Mt.11:22 Jn.5:25,29
Jesus has already
explained what would happen to His own
generation. Now He
contrasts that which would relate to His
second coming (parousia)
or presence on earth. Notice the
contrasts:
Matt 24:1-35 Matt
24: 36 - end
__________ __________________
Local, Jerusalem,Judea,Temple Worldwide: Lu.21:35
Abnormal Times: calamities Normal Times: Marrying etc.
Specific signs precede No Signs Given
Timing Anticipated Lu.24:33 Anticipation Impossible 24:44
These Days Mt.24:22 That Day Mt.24:36
Saints to flee No Running; Saints taken
i would like to get some feed back from pomo's who's spouse is still pimi.
since myself and our son's left the jw cult.
my wife has been m.i.a has a mom and a wife.
Right now your wife is outnumbered by unbelievers. She is living in fear and probably blaming you and the children for trying to undermining her beliefs and causing her grief. Why not strike a deal with her: You will support her, never criticize the organization or try to hurt her faith for the next two months in exchange for a time of just getting along. If willing, get the kids on the kindness and respect track with you. Re-evaluate in 60 days.
Can we make this a WTS comic Thread?
i know i have made some uncomfortable at times and others have thanked me for telling them about the cult because some family member is one and they thought it was a bad cult but did not know details.
personally i take every chance i get to tell others about the cult.
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How far JWs have come in 100+ years when it comes to those who leave the organization.
“Even treating the brother for a time as 'a heathen man and a publican' would not mean to do him injury, to castigate him, pillory him, or expose him to shame or contempt...the brother may merely be treated in the kindly, courteous way in which it would be proper for us to treat any publican or Gentile...” WT 3/1/1919 p. 6397
“bible illustrations [parables] have more than one aspect.
they … often have a prophetic meaning and application.
moreover, some had a prophetic meaning for the time when they were spoken or shortly thereafter, and some were to have, in addition, a fulfillment in the distant future.” (insight on the scriptures (1988), wtbts, vol 1, pp.
Seems to me that most of Jesus' parables have some sort of historical or literal application. For example, the vineyard parables apply to Israel and Jerusalem's impending destruction for rejecting their Messiah, while the kingdom of heaven parables relate to the development of the church right up to the harvest; while the eschatological parables point to the return of Christ and the judgment of the world. There are other stories that appear to be parables but are really parodies designed to undermine Pharisaic authority.
hi friends i`ve finally got an appointment to go to hospital tomorrow ,pre-admission for my hip replacement surgery.. so if you don`t hear from me ever again ,it means i`ve carked it .lol, should i even joke about that ?.
so its goodnight from me till who knows when ?.
Speedy Recovery Mate!
iv) believe that jesus christ is mediator for "the faithful and discreet slave".
today, that "slave" is represented by the governing body of jehovah's witnesses.
5. elders.
The modern slave
1.
Gerrit Lösch: Born 1942, appointed July 1, 1994
2.
Samuel F. Herd: Born 1935, appointed Oct. 1, 1999
3.
David H. Splane: Born 1944, appointed Oct. 1, 1999
4.
Mark Stephen Lett: Born 1949, appointed Oct. 1, 1999
5.
Anthony Morris III: Born 1950, appointed Sept. 1, 2005
6.
Geoffrey W. Jackson: Born 1955, appointed Sept. 1, 2005
7. D. Mark Sanderson: Born 1965, appointed 2012
8. Kenneth E. Cook Jr: Born 1955, appointed 2018
Does anyone have a picture of the original slave...board of directors in 1918?
other n t prayers:.
the lord's prayer.. .
the tax collector's prayer.. .
Yes, that's why they promote the idea that Jesus is the mediator only for the 144,000.
the first 3 presidents of the i.b.s.a ./ jehovah`s witnesses / wtb&ts.. w.h.conley ,c.t.russell ,j.f.rutherford .. how many jehovah`s witnesses know that ?
how many ex jehovah`s witnesses knew that ?
the wt society teaches that jesus returned to begin his "invisible presence" in 1914 directing his attention toward the earth as ruling king.
Certainly the first two presidents did not know that Christ returned and began ruling in 1914. I believe they went to their deaths believing Christ became present in 1874 and began ruling in 1878. Correct me on the 1878 date if not accurate.
