How to Handle Jehovah Witnesses?

[lydia81]

Romans 16:17-18 "Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offenses contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned: and avoid them. For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hears of the simple."

The JW's are VERY aggressive in promoting their beliefs...having churches and missionaries throughout the world.

They JW's have produced literature (The Watchtower) that has a circulation of more than 13 million. More than one billion Bibles, books, and leaflets have been distributed in at least 176 languages since 1920. There are more than 46,000 congregations in 98 countries worldwide.

1 Peter 3:15 "But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear."

[lydia81]

1 Peter 3:15 (New International Version)

15But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

If you're not informed, get informed. What a perfect opportunity to witness to someone. How much better can it get than them coming to your door?

I guess we were thinking the same thing at the same time ! LOL!! Good stuff ! ! !

[artsylady]

[artsylady]

I don't find them to be scary at all. They are just very misinformed.

As soon as they figure out that you know what you're talking about, and you're firm on that, (but kind and loving) they disappear. I ask them to come back and they say they will but they don't!

[stacey c]

1 Peter 3:15 (New International Version)

15But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

If you're not informed, get informed. What a perfect opportunity to witness to someone. How much better can it get than them coming to your door?

Amen artsylady

That's exactly why I started this thread. I first wanted to know if my brothers and sisters here knew what JW believed. A couple have suggested I google Jw. I plan on doing exactly that and taking notes so I can compare and have Bible backup before they come back.

I too see this as a witnessing oportunity, where it goes from there is in God's hands.

[artsylady]

That's exactly why I started this thread. I first wanted to know if my brothers and sisters here knew what JW believed. A couple have suggested I google Jw. I plan on doing exactly that and taking notes so I can compare and have Bible backup before they come back.

Awesome.

Are they coming back?

And if they ever do stump you, write down the point in front of them and tell them you want to do some research and get back to them next time. This is the kind of 'due diligence' they probably did not do themselves and maybe it'll make them wonder why they hadn't. And they should respect you for doing this too.

I'm sure you're well aware that they're following a lie - you just need to know why it's a lie.

[MorningGlory]

That's exactly why I started this thread. I first wanted to know if my brothers and sisters here knew what JW believed. A couple have suggested I google Jw. I plan on doing exactly that and taking notes so I can compare and have Bible backup before they come back.

Awesome.

Are they coming back?

And if they ever do stump you, write down the point in front of them and tell them you want to do some research and get back to them next time. This is the kind of 'due diligence' they probably did not do themselves and maybe it'll make them wonder why they hadn't. And they should respect you for doing this too.

I'm sure you're well aware that they're following a lie - you just need to know why it's a lie.

Oh...that's a good idea, Artsy. If I ever minister to a JW again (and I have, with the friend who passed away) I will make sure to know my subject and to follow that bit of advice. Their indoctrination must be pretty thorough.

[Guest LadyC]

WHO do you think LEAD them to your door?

God is not always the one who puts people in our path RG. if you think that's true, then i suppose you also believe that when a person comes into someone's home and rapes the resident did so because God wanted the victim to witness to them. we are to ALWAYS follow the prompting of the Holy Spirit, and whether you like it or not, there are times when God tells us to remain silent. if you don't like that, take it up with God, but don't keep trying to bully people into submission to YOU.

Romans 16:17-18 "Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offenses contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned: and avoid them. For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hears of the simple."

thank you lydia. i added some emphasis so that RG wouldn't miss it.

[artsylady]

THIS IS THE POST OF THE DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks.

[artsylady]

Given the context of Romans 16, I am wondering if this verse is meant to members within the church.

After all, who are we supposed to preach the gospel to? Only those who agree with us?