Is my anger against the Watchtower Society justified?

Question

I, like a majority of other ex-associates of the Jehovah's Witnesses grew up as child into it. My mother forced me to be part of it, because the organization told her to do it. I don't blame her for being a puppet to the whims of the Society, nor do I blame any of the other puppets in the past and now who take part in it. The Watchtower Society has had trained experts skilled in the art of manipulation and mind control for generations. Almost no one is incapable of being charmed by the skills that they possess, especially if your going through a stressful or unfulfilled period in your life right now. My mother was one of those people. She died of cancer last year at age 57. Surely, I can't blame the Society for her infliction you might say? But in a small way, I do. Their teachings can be a great strain on a person's mind and body, especially if your trying to live up to their demands, expectations, and "future promises". I have a feeling I will always hate them for taking my mother.

Answer 1

Your mother had a choice. While Jehovah's Witnesses might be very persuasive and might try to take advantage of people who are undergoing stress or a tough time, not all people are persuaded by them. One is always at liberty to walk away. Your mother was an adult woman who fell prey to persuasion techniques. Think about it: You yourself have made the decision to walk away from the JWs. This proves that you had the choice, right?

I would suggest coming to understand that your mom had a choice too. This will help to alleviate the blame you are placing on the JWs.

In other words, I don't think that your anger against them is justified. It is understandable, somewhat, but not justified.

It is too bad when a person falls for something untrue hook, line, and sinker...but this is one of the dangers in life, especially for a person seeking God through Christ. God's enemy is not too keen on people coming closer to the Lord, and so he baits us with all kinds of errant crud in the hopes that we will subscribe to it and thereby cease our search for Truth.

I am sorry to hear about your mother's early death. That is a sad thing to go through. I hope that you will come to resolution and find peace about this matter.

Answer 2

Has your minister, priest or religious leader mentioned this wonderful hope to you? Of course they have not, most clergymen say nothing about it. In fact, many do not even believe the Bible. This is an important reason why Jehovah’s witnesses call at the homes of people of other religions.

The efforts of Jehovah’s witnesses to approach people in public and at their homes are rooted in the Word of God. Jesus himself went directly to the people, and he instructed his apostles and disciples to do likewise.

The Witnesses’ beliefs, based entirely on God’s Word, the Bible, prevent them from falling into the trap of becoming a sect or a cult. They take a kindly interest in all other people, of whatever religious persuasion. No, they do not try to force these people to change their viewpoint. They endeavor to imitate their Leader, Christ Jesus, by presenting Scriptural evidence of the trouble-free Paradise that will soon be established on earth. Matthew 28:19, 20; 1 Peter 2:21.

Recently a clergyman in Brooklyn, New York, obtained a copy of the book The Truth That Leads to Eternal Life. He was so impressed with the chapter dealing with prayer that he used the book to teach members of his church this chapter in a special meeting. Later he was asked by one of them, “Are you teaching us out of those Jehovah’s witnesses’ books?”

He replied: “It is the truth, isn’t it? When you want Sunday-school literature, you buy it from several sources, don’t you? Well, Jehovah’s witnesses teach the truth. Furthermore, when you see Jehovah’s witnesses with the Watchtower magazine, you ought to take it, because they print the truth.”

Answer 3

One might wood around the Watchtower hoping workers might provide up working. according to probability assemble up all of the hot international Translation bibles and burn them, or stumble others in hopes to rebuild them with our own teachings . however the actual question is what might Jesus do? He grow to be after all a Jew. He knew the Jewish gadget grow to be collapsing. Did Jesus wood around the Jewish temple? Did he turn removed from any of the scrolls? Did he provide up going to the synagogue even whilst the older adult males of the congregations have been coaching human teachings extremely then from the torah? Did he provide up being a Jew? If the bible tells us upon Jesus arrival that he has to bathe his human beings then are we actually showing faith in Christ with the help of not waiting for his return?

Answer 4

Unfortunatley, your mom and thousands of others have fallen into the same misguided bielief system that is the Jehovah Witnesses. But I would directed your emotion from hate to compassion. They are lost and they need to find the truth. There are many Christian organizations that exist that have made great strides in helping people out of the Watch Tower Manipulation and deception grasp. Go to www.ag.org and find a church in your area and then ask to speak with the Senior Pastor about JW's and I'm confident they will help you deal with the hate and redirect it to help others out of the deception.

Answer 5

Anger and hate aren't things that will make your life better or easier. You should look into dealing with those issues so that they don't ruin your life. Hopefully you still love your mother, and hopefully you haven't blamed God for the actions of a few.

Answer 6

I hope you dont turn your anger and bitterness against God
It is understandable for a person who feels let down to be angry

It's wise to beware of a group that has an anonymously translated Bible but dont miss out on the real deal

find some good quality places to really get to know God and learn to forgive

Answer 7

Yes, your anger could be justified, but not your hate. Remember anger is basically an exaggerated NO. This is healthy and helps you to define your boundaries.

I hope you do not give up on spirituality. Organized religion is a mixed bag and has its dysfunctions. I find it much healthier to find ones answers for oneself taking from many traditions and independent thinkers.

Good Luck on your ever continuing spiritual journey.

Answer 8

You have every right to be angry,Daemon..But I would like to share with you what I have learned.Years ago I was a very angry person,and had alot of hatred in my heart.But after I had gotten Saved,Jesus showed me that hate is wrong and prolonged anger does nobody any good.Every time you get angry at somebody you become their victim again.Forgive them and don't let those people even stay in your mind.I'm really sorry about your Mom.God bless.

Answer 9

Well you have to realize that most of the people who took your mother in are themselves so full of the kool-aid there's no coming back. They actually believe what they say.

The best thing you can do is not give in to your anger because it plays into their hands but instead if you want others to not fall victim to false prophets or false teachings then you should attempt to reach new and potential recruits with the truth.

Try these sites for help..

http://members.aol.com/beyondjw/bj.htm

http://www.rapidnet.com/~jbeard/bdm/Cults/jw.htm

Answer 10

Half my family is Witness. I hated the Society for dividing my
family.
But now that I have matured. I see God works in many ways.
Many are afraid of spiritual things, so maybe it's better to be a
Witness, than no Christian at all.
And I get along fine with my family now that we have matured and
don't make religion a pretext for hassling each other.