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1 | How can I answer Jehovah Witnesses? | 1 Pet 3:15 | MrsBinGA | 107176 | ||
My husband and I were part of the foundation of Watchman Fellowship, Inc., a Christian ministry to JW's, Mormons, and other religious groups which are termed cults. We attended many "Ex-Jehovah Witnesses Now For Jesus" conventions held annually in Pennsylvania. Probably 99 percent of the testimonies we heard there and on audio tapes said the #1 thing that brought them (the former JW now born-again Christian) out of the organization was the testimonies Christians gave on how Jesus changed their lives. JWs do not have a personal relationship with Jesus. Yes, we are to "give an answer to everyone who asks us about the hope that lies within us". And I, for one, greatly enjoy "debating" and "reasoning the Scriptures" with anyone. But like Prof. Walter Martin always said an average JW can turn a seminary graduate into a theological pretzel within minutes. JWs, especially, have changed the meaning of almost every Christian term. Plus, they've changed Bible verses, such as John 1:1, to "fit" their own doctrines. These things can be so frustrating for Christians when we try to talk with them. How well I know! **smile** So, continue studying your Bible so you know why you believe what you believe; contact ministies such as Personal Freedom Outreach, Watchman Fellowship, Lori MacGregor (she is excellent and a former JW), and Christian Research Institute for literature on how to witness to JWs; tell the JW or Mormon what Jesus means to you in your life; and continue to pray for these people that the Holy Spirit will open their eyes to the truth. Happy Holidays! Mrs. B in Georgia |
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2 | How can I answer Jehovah Witnesses? | 1 Pet 3:15 | Morant61 | 107181 | ||
Greetings Mrs. B! Excellent advice! And, welcome to the forum! While witnessing to cultists, or to anyone for that matter, may seem a futile task at times, we must remember the role of the Holy Spirit in all of this. Ultimately, it will not be our clever words which 'wins' a person, but the convicting power of the Holy Spirit. It is sort of like preaching! :-) I know that some of my worst sermons (in my view) had the most impact upon those who listened. Why? The Holy Spirit annoints and uses our words. Keep up the great work in ministering to those who need to hear the truth! Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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