jehovah witnesses cant celebrate any holidays not even their birthdays but i want to.
2007-09-04 14:15:53 · 40 answers · asked by yetbi123 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Parents among Jehovah's Witnesses love their children, and want what is in the best interests of the children themselves. It seems important and worthwhile to teach children about a higher source of wisdom than himself and his friends. At one time it was undisputed that the bible should be respected as the best guide for developing one's own conscience.
Sadly, this questioner reveals profound immaturity. The primary objections are that celebrations must be celebrated on certain days.
Jehovah's Witnesses want every person who dedicates himself to Jehovah to understand what he is doing. No one pressures a student or a young person among Jehovah's Witnesses to get baptized, and in fact it would be difficult to feign the kind of knowledge and conviction necessary to qualify for baptism.
Young people are known for resisting their parents, but rarely for outright betrayal of all that the parents hold dear. It seems best for a young person who feels misgivings to respect his parents by avoiding anti-Witnesses and apostate former Witnesses while he is in his parents' household.
Learn more:
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2007-09-05 04:42:53 · answer #1 · answered by achtung_heiss 7 · 3⤊ 7⤋
For all JW's out there:
Do you honestly feel/believe that Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior is offended by birthday cake and thanking God that we have lived another year by His grace?
People, get real. A child should be made to feel that their birth into their family is and was a significant event. That they are significant and important enough to recognize as human beings and be celebrated. When we celebrate a person's birthday we are celebrating the person--we are showing how important that person is to us and how happy they are growing up and going through the many stages of life.
How can celebrating and supporting a family member by making or buying a cake for them be sin? How can giving them ONE day a year as a special event with a few presents and guests and maybe even a special or favorite meal be a SIN??
Think about it. Your doctrine is so far removed from what is pleasing to the LORD.
I fully understand the false doctrines behind Easter, Christmas, Halloween and Valentine's Day. I --in no way, shape or form "celebrate" Easter, Halloween and Valentine's Day.
I believe Christmas is the time of celebration for Jesus' conception and do not believe this is wrong to acknowledge. I have never and will never support the modern day Santa/elves and false "celebration" of this "holy"day. I do, however, know where my heart stands before the LORD Jehovah on such issues.
It is important for the reasonable JW parent to acknowledge the NEED of a child to be able to understand the reasons for your beliefs and not made to feel bad for desiring a birthday cake and a few presents on their birthday as well as at Christmas time. This is NOT A SIN.
Prove to me BIBLICALLY that it is a sin...you can't and won't.
When you value your "tithing of anise" over showing love to your own child you seriously need to reconsider your faith.
2007-09-06 09:14:08 · answer #2 · answered by steinbeck11 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I was not raised in the truth. If you and I could go back in time, I whole heartily trade my place for yours. There is nothing to be missed out in this temporarily life. Perhaps, you should consider what will you be missing out when Jehovah arrives with the beautifully wrap gifts in hands and start passing them out to his people. -1 Tim 6:17-19. Remember, there is a reason why Jehovah said healthy people maybe living (temporarily) up to 70-80 years of age . -1 John 2:15-17; Ps 90:10.
2016-05-21 07:39:33 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I too am a Jehovah's Witness, and I'm around your age I think, less than 18, greater than 13, and understand what you are going through. I wish that more options were open to me, sports, parties, etc. and find myself in a slump at times. However, do you remember the reference of "storing up treasures in heaven rather than on earth"? Well, whatever you give up now, whether it be worldy posessions, relationships, ideals, Jehovah will reward you many-fold for keeping throught these trials and tribulations. This is one way that Satan is trying to ensnare you, and it may be in the form of these other people's comments, so just pray and talk it out with your mom, elders in the congregation, or anyone else with spiritual experience. Take care.
2007-09-07 15:28:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Hi....
I can tell you my situation. I was raised around Jehovah's witnesses all my life. And when i was 15 decided i need to figure for my self why or even If i wanted to be on of Jehovah's witnesses. After alot of study and research (about 3 years) i decided to chose this way of life. The bible says to keep " testing yourself as to the faith" I encourge you to do so.
Speak to you mother or an elder regarding your concerns. Your mom should listen and try to understand you viewpoint.
Ask yourself: Is it really because of birthdays and other holidays that you dont want to be a JW? Why are they important to you?
Or are there other reasons? Is it your friends comments like " why dont you do this or that' or " thats a cult" (which its not) Do you simply wish to fit in and walk an easier road.? I'll admit its not easy to be a JW. Especially when people feel free to say things about us they wouldnt dare say to someone of a different religion.
Jehovah is not a god that accepts half hearted worship and he would rather you take a stand. I encourage you to write down the reasons you dont want to be a JW and let your mother know. If you are still living in her house you must still be respectful and follow her rules however. It will be difficult to be honest because we all want to be accepted and included in things but ask for strength to speak to you parents and do so respectfully. Even if they get upset or hurt. Do be mean or yell. They will think they have failed in some way but let them know that just as Jehovah gave them free will to decide whats best for them, he gave it to you as well.
I hope it works out for you and dont be afraid. You can speak to her.
2007-09-06 02:24:30 · answer #5 · answered by kaseyK 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
This is a tough one, but you should not want to leave the JW because of not celebrating holidays, but because it is a false religion. I don't know how old you are, but once you are 18 and not living at home, you can make your own choices. Your mom won't like it, from what I hear, they basically stop speaking to ones who are smart enough to leave their cult. Good luck honey ,and pray about it, God will lead you out of the darkness and into the light.
2007-09-04 14:38:41 · answer #6 · answered by the pink baker 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
I understand where you are coming from since I was raised a JW from age 2. I know that at your age you see all of your friends doing the things you want to do, you know, just be "normal". If you are not baptized yet, please DO NOT GET BAPTIZED!!!! You aren't sure about things at this age, but if you do decide to leave once you are 18, you will not be disfellowshipped. I got baptized because of pressure from my family and congregation and wished I hadn't. If later you choose to remain, you have that option. I'm sure your mom will be upset or disappointed, mine was and I was 26. The most important thing to remember is this is YOUR life and no one else's. Once you are 18 make your choice, the one that is right for you and only you, not your family. Please feel free to email me if you wish and best of luck to you.
2007-09-05 06:15:41 · answer #7 · answered by Elphaba 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋
You will upset your mom, know that right now. She is required to ostracize you if you are over 18 if I'm not mistaken. Under 18, they won't ostracize you as a person, but they will not talk about matters of religion with you at all. Fin some good friends, and be prepared to have nothing to do with your JW family.
2007-09-04 14:57:56 · answer #8 · answered by ccrider 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You don't have to start from scratch. The topic of exit strategies, support, has all been laid out for you at this page:
http://www.freeminds.org/kids/kids.htm (Kids of Jehovah's Witnesses)
And there is even a phone number for you:
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE FOR JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES AND EX-WITNESSES: 1-800-WHY-1914
(1-800-949-1914)
(That means dial this number from any phone, it's free!)
I would personally suggest that, as you get over 18, start to support yourself, and make your move away from the religion, that you not boomerang into some OTHER religion. Didn't you learn anything the first time? Stay away from them all unless you really choose willingly to join one as an adult.
2007-09-04 14:25:37 · answer #9 · answered by PIERRE S 4 · 3⤊ 2⤋
hi sweetheat. i have been there myself. dont let anyone tell you that you wont be forced to get baptized. you will.... if your mom see all the other kids being baptized and your not,,,,she will go to the elders" like every good mommy" and she will have them pressure you into it. IT IS YOUR LIFE! 18 = run!
i ran all the way to costa rica and didnt look back. it breaks my heart because most parnets choose this religion then force it on thier kids. thats not right. and to be JUDGED for not beliving in thier made up bible? sorry....im ranting!
good luck girl......there is a big family out there that have been used and abused by the witnesses and there are many ways to get support from this org. love vix.....
2007-09-05 15:26:00 · answer #10 · answered by ~testube Jebus~ 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Religion has to be of your own decision not a decision of others. I know that they will reject you. If they do then you will know where you stand in your family. I do hope that you consider Christianity though. Go with your feelings. If you force yourself to stay a JW you will be your own worst enemy. You have to do what is right for you. I wish you peace and I hope everything goes well.
2007-09-04 14:47:55 · answer #11 · answered by larryissfc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋