I am sincerely trying to learn more about all groups. I have studied with Witnesses in the past (for about a year), but many here know nothing of your beliefs. Please tell us why you are a Witness and what keeps you a Witness.
2007-07-22 11:10:08 · 5 answers · asked by ♥ terry g ♥ 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Jehovah’s Witnesses
Definition: The worldwide Christian society of people who actively bear witness regarding Jehovah God and his purposes affecting mankind. They base their beliefs solely on the Bible.
What beliefs of Jehovah’s Witnesses set them apart as different from other religions?
(1) Bible: Jehovah’s Witnesses believe that the entire Bible is the inspired Word of God, and instead of adhering to a creed based on human tradition, they hold to the Bible as the standard for all their beliefs.
(2) God: They worship Jehovah as the only true God and freely speak to others about him and his loving purposes toward mankind. Anyone who publicly witnesses about Jehovah is usually identified as belonging to the one group—“Jehovah’s Witnesses.”
(3) Jesus Christ: They believe, not that Jesus Christ is part of a Trinity, but that, as the Bible says, he is the Son of God, the first of God’s creations; that he had a prehuman existence and that his life was transferred from heaven to the womb of a virgin, Mary; that his perfect human life laid down in sacrifice makes possible salvation to eternal life for those who exercise faith; that Christ is actively ruling as King, with God-given authority over all the earth since 1914.
(4) God’s Kingdom: They believe that God’s Kingdom is the only hope for mankind; that it is a real government; that it will soon destroy the present wicked system of things, including all human governments, and that it will produce a new system in which righteousness will prevail.
(5) Heavenly life: They believe that 144,000 spirit-anointed Christians will share with Christ in his heavenly Kingdom, ruling as kings with him. They do not believe that heaven is the reward for everyone who is “good.”
(6) The earth: They believe that God’s original purpose for the earth will be fulfilled; that the earth will be completely populated by worshipers of Jehovah and that these will be able to enjoy eternal life in human perfection; that even the dead will be raised to an opportunity to share in these blessings.
(7) Death: They believe that the dead are conscious of absolutely nothing; that they are experiencing neither pain nor pleasure in some spirit realm; that they do not exist except in God’s memory, so hope for their future life lies in a resurrection from the dead.
(8) Last days: They believe that we are living now, since 1914, in the last days of this wicked system of things; that some who saw the events of 1914 will also see the complete destruction of the present wicked world; that lovers of righteousness will survive into a cleansed earth.
(9) Separate from the world: They earnestly endeavor to be no part of the world, as Jesus said would be true of his followers. They show genuine Christian love for their neighbors, but they do not share in the politics or the wars of any nation. They provide for the material needs of their families but shun the world’s avid pursuit of material things and personal fame and its excessive indulgence in pleasure.
(10) Apply Bible counsel: They believe that it is important to apply the counsel of God’s Word in everyday life now—at home, in school, in business, in their congregation. Regardless of a person’s past way of life, he may become one of Jehovah’s Witnesses if he abandons practices condemned by God’s Word and applies its godly counsel. But if anyone thereafter makes a practice of adultery, fornication, homosexuality, drug abuse, drunkenness, lying, or stealing, he will be disfellowshipped from the organization.
(The above list briefly states some outstanding beliefs of Jehovah’s Witnesses
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2007-07-23 05:24:03 · answer #1 · answered by TeeM 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only religion that told you what is going to be the future of this planet after Armageddon, if you ask what wuold happen to this planet after Armageddon (planet and all animals) to Christedom they don`t know the main purpose of God´s kingdom.
What will Jesus do during his 1000 year kingdom? Jehovah ´s witness preach that Jesus after Armageddon and destruction of evildoers, Satan and his demons will be "Jailed" for 1000 years in the mean time Jesus will rule the earth with a group redeemed from earth (Revelation 5:10, 14:1-5) will resurrect people (Acts 24:15 and John 5:28-29) will provide food and eliminate famines (Psalm 72:16) will restore the health of humans (Isaiah 35:5-6, 33:24) will eliminate the death and the cause of the death and suffering (Revelation 21:4) in resumen will transform the earth in a great place to live a "new earth" the original purpose of God with Adam and Eve before they sinned (Genesis 1:28) .
After 1000 years , Satan will be release and mankind will have a second test and after that Satan will be cast into the lake of fire (destroyed) and Jesus give the kingdom to his father (Jehovah) (1 Corithians 15:28)
2007-07-22 11:12:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
The Jehovah' Witnesses are the only ones that strictly follow the Bible. All our beliefs are Bible based. When you compare us to other groups, the Witnesses as a group are not divided among themselves regarding race, color, social status, or natural origin. Jesus clearly stated that his true followers are no part of the world. And as Witnesses, we do not get involved in politics or any of the world's disputes, because we know that God's Kingdom is the real solution to all of mankinds problems. If anyone wants to know more about the Witnesses they are welcome to visit the local Kingdom Hall in their area, or simply just talk to the next pair of Witnesses that come and visit at your home. Our official website is www.watchtower.org.
2007-07-22 12:39:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The reason we are called Jehovah's Witnesses is due two scriptures. One is Psalm 83:18 where it tells us the name of the one and only true God, Jehovah. The other one is Isaiah 43:10-12, where Jehovah Himself calls us His Witnesses. Why don't you study with them again, and learn what the Bible really says about our beliefs. If you studied for a year and know so little about our beliefs, maybe you need to try again. We would love to help you come to really know God, and His son, and the truth from God's Word.
2007-07-22 11:20:07 · answer #4 · answered by 55andalive 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
lol, I am not a jehovah witness but they believe that they should bother people by showing up unannounced.
2007-07-22 11:15:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋