Are Jehovah's Witnesses sad lonely people desperate to belong to society?
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yep...that is why they come banging on everyone's door to find someone to talk with......(and why don't they have day jobs?...........or do they plan it when husbands aren't home......hummmmmmmmm)
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You know what I'm tired of hearing all you ignorant fools call them a cult.  They are not a cult.  They are the only religion that I actually liked.  They are the nicest people in ANY religion.  Until you actually talk to them or go to the Kingdom Hall then your nothing but some idiot speculating about something you don't know about.  And newsflash Jehovah's Witnesses do not believe in Hell.
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Yes.. I read some of the link, but I have studied the JW's so much that I may know more about them than they do.  The false translation of their Bible, and many others.  The poor people have been decieved and just don't know it.  I spent enough time with one of their teachers that he almost converted as he could see that I had the answers that he didn't.
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Well, no, because they arent in heaven. They are sleeping in death and aren't conscious (Ecclesiates 9:5,10). However, Jehovah God promises that there will be a resurection of both the righteous and the unrighteous (John 5:28,29, Acts 24:15). They will be resurrected to a paradise earth, where there be niether mourning, or outcry, or pain (Luke 23:43, Revelation 21:3,4).
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I DO NOT BELIEVE THEY ARE THE TRUE CHURCH AND THEY DO HAVE POSSESSIONS. THEY DO NOT GIVE BLOOD AND DON'T VOTE, BUT THEY TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS SUCH AS WELFARE, UNEMPLOYMENT, HOUSING ETC...  I HAVE FRIENDS THAT BELONG AND I HAVE BEEN TO THE HALL, BUT IT IS NOT FOR ME!
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I think you should consider a study with Jehovah's Witnesses
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I think you are twisted...Rephrase your question.\nYou decide\nJehovahs whitness\nOf all items listed, only three have been discontinued. (marked with an asterisk) All are listed, however, to show the absurdity of Watchtower authority and the absolute control leadership has over the lives of members once they join. \n\n1. Jehovah God is not a Trinity\n2. The doctrine of the Trinity is inspired by Satan \n3. Jesus Christ is a created being, who at one time did not exist (a.k.a.Michael the archangel)\n4. The Holy Spirit is not a person but is "God's active force" i.e. gravity, electricity etc.\n5. Heaven is only for select Jehovah's Witnesses \n6. Heaven is limited only to 144,000 Jehovah's Witnesses\n7. Jehovah's Witnesses are the only true Christians \n8. There is no Hell (It is simply the grave)\n9. There is no life after death (except for the 144,000)\n10. Salvation is by good works not by Grace \n11. You cannot be sure of salvation \n12. Jesus is not to be worshiped or prayed to \n13. Jesus did not rise from the dead bodily but as a spirit being\n14. You are discouraged from attending college\n15. The "first resurrection" occurred in 1918 \n16. All pastors are the "Antichrist"\n17. All churches are of Satan\n18. All governments are controlled by Satan\n19. You cannot take a blood transfusion\n20. You cannot be a police officer \n21. You cannot salute the flag, stand for the national anthem, or own a flag\n22. You cannot serve in the military\n23. You cannot buy girl Scout cookies\n24. You must attend five meetings per week\n25. Jesus'second coming occurred in 1914 (only known to Jehovah's Witnesses)\n26. You cannot marry a non-Jehovah's Witness\n27. If one does not follow the rules of the Watchtower they will be shunned\n28. You cannot read Christian literature from a Christian book store\n29. You cannot be a cheerleader\n30. You cannot celebrate any holidays (Christmas, Easter, etc.)\n31. You cannot celebrate your birthday\n32. You cannot run for or hold a political office \n33. You cannot vote in any political campaign\n34. You cannot serve on a jury\n35. You are discouraged from giving to charity (except Watchtower causes)\n36. You cannot speak to former members who are shunned (disfellowshipped)\n37. You cannot accept Christmas gifts\n38. You must read and study Watchtower literature regularly\n39. Only Jehovah's Witnesses can understand the Bible\n40. Angels direct the Watchtower organization\n41. Jesus did not die on a cross but an upright pole\n42. You cannot own or wear a cross\n43. You must report your witnessing activity to the elders\n44. You must go from door to door weekly to gain converts\n45. You cannot have friends who are not Jehovah's Witnesses\n46. You must refer to all Jehovah's Witnesses as "brother" or "sister"\n47. You cannot play chess*\n48. You cannot understand the Bible without Watchtower literature to explain it\n49. A child abuser is reported to Watchtower elders and not the police\n50. You must forgo vacations to attend annual conventions\n51. You are discouraged from buying a two door car-A "Theocratic" or "spiritually strong" Jehovah's Witness will have a full size car for the door to door work\n52. Men cannot wear beards \n53. Men must wear short hair\n54. Women cannot pray in the presence of men without a hat\n55. You cannot have a tattoo\n56. You forbidden to use any tobacco products\n57. Only officially approved sexual practices are allowed in marriage\n58. You must appear before a Judicial committee if you are caught breaking Watchtower rules (Secret files are kept on all members which record these meetings-these files are kept in New York and are never destroyed) \n59. You must not own wind-chimes (they are for chasing away evil spirits)*\n60. You cannot read any anti-Jehovah's Witness material\n61. You cannot use pet foods made with blood or blood products \n62. You can
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They apparently CAN knock on EVERYONE's door all day long & annoy the crap outta ya!!!! LOL....\n\nThe reason why they can't do anything is because they are being dictated by their founder's script (no it is NOT the 'regular' Bible)--the JEHOVAH'S WITNESS' BIBLE...
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Well if you look at the actions taken by people due to what they believe, then you could assume there is a connection between beliefs and your social gregariousness.  Take for instance people that pass out fliers for others to visit their church,  because of their religion they make themselves more social by interacting with strangers for their church.  Christian youth group vans or buses often driving about with a group of youngsters yelling out the windows "Jesus loves you".  And the Mormons, for Christ's sake, they come up to your door and want to come in your home to tell you about their beliefs.  Also with religious beliefs you usually have a gathering of people to worship together on a set day and time.  Where as atheists usually don't run around yelling out that they don't believe in something and don't try to get people to not believe with them.  Would this make every atheists introverted, no.  And it doesn't make all religious people extroverted, of course not.  But it may have an influence on a person who feels obligated to be social, even though they don't feel comfortable in doing so, because of the religious beliefs they have.  I could go on and on about this, and then completely argue the other side of the question just as much, but I think my point was pretty much made.
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Actually, JW's don't believe that good works will get them anywhere at all.  They acknowledge that God cannot be bought by works.  They don't perform good works so much as shun sin as best they can, but out of respect and love for Jehovah and to cultivate and nourish their relationship with Him.  JW's foremost concern is the salvation of the human race by coming to know Jehovah.  They place great emphasis on the following verse, "This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, and the one whom you sent forth, Jesus Christ."
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Jim Jones cult type people.  You know, anyone who preys on weak willed people.  People who feel unloved and in need of a friend are the ones most likely to be taken in by these religeous zealots.  They achieve a sense of belonging by joining a cult when actually what they've achieved is becoming someones property.
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I have no clue, sorry about this, they are just either lost or jelous they don't have God in there life like we do, and anyone can have him all they have to do is ask....God bless
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Hey, people are not destined to be alone. There is someone out there in this world who is destined for you. Sometimes, they are just right infront of you but you didn't see them! \n\nWe have to meet the wrong persons before meeting the right one. Apperance doesn't count. Its better to read a book than to judge it.\n\nI feel empty, too, at times, but come to think of it again, I have my family and friends who loves me as much. A few of them are also people I could confide it.\n\nSo feel blessed, and don't feel empty.
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YES I DO AND I AM NOT AFRAID TO ADMIT IT. EVERYOINE DOES @ TIMES Because this SYSTEM IS NOT PERFECT BECAUSE OF HUMANS HUMANS WILL NEVER BRING WOLRD PEACXE NO THEY WON"T THEY NEVER WILL! Only Jehovah can bring ever lasting life. IF YOU DON"T KNOW WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT JEHOVAH AND YOU WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION CHECK OUT www.watchtower.org\n\nAND ALSO CHECK OUT MY WEBSITE @ www.freewebs.com/videogamesandmuchmore
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Contrary to the ignorant comments of others, Jehovah's Witnesses are NOT a cult. Those saying otherwise speak either out of plain ignorance or fear, or perhaps a combination of both. Jehovah's Witnesses base their faith solely on God's word the Bible. They don't follow the creeds and doctrines of men that dishonor God and pervert the clear teachings of the Bible, i.e. the teaching of the trinity, the teaching of a burning hellfire, the teaching of the immortality of the soul, and so forth. They preach from door to door in obedience to the command given by their leader, Jesus Christ, as stated in Matthew 28:19 - "Go, therefore, and make disciples of people fo all the nations...." \n\nJehovah's Witnesses spend over a billion hours each year worldwide teaching people the precious, life-saving truths from the Bible. They will use ANY Bible to show what God's word clearly states on a number of different topics. Their service is one motivated by (1) love for God and (2) love for neighbor. \n\nBible prophecy clearly shows that the problems common to mankind today are soon to be removed....permanently. Jehovah's Witnesses are active and zealous in sharing Bible truth with those searching for God and for a meaningful life in serving Him as he wants to be served. They study the Bible with people at no charge and would be more than happy to share the Bible's teachings with you. You can then decide for yourself whether you feel they have the truth or not. \n\nYou'll find that people who disagree with the Witness lifestyle are those who prefer to live their lives according to their own warped sense of direction and morality, rather than adhere to God's laws and moral standards as set in the Bible. To them, people who live by the Bible are "brainwashed". People who try and make light of their stand against celebrating birthdays or their non-acceptance of blood only speak out of a great deal of ignorance, and their reluctance to get their wrong view corrected just leaves them as bitter and ridiculous. \n\nIf you want to know how "right" they are, just take a few minutes to talk with them the next time they knock on your door. Have a discussion to let them know where you're coming from and where they base their beliefs. Ignore the comments of others in here who have no agenda but to dissuade you.
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As one of Jehovah's Witnesses,I find the truth is the best.No one will be offended if you say what you feel.\nChrist gave his disciples a commission and that was to go and preach the good news about God's Kingdom,and make disciples by teaching them Bible truths.So as disciples of Christ that is what they are doing.\nIf you are sincerely not interested let them know,they may be disappointed as many of us are when people aren't interested in learning about our Creator and Heavenly Father\nhowever,you won't be the first and you definitely won't be the last.
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I will never really be able to understand why people follow these people!  I have decided it must be because they are people who do not feel they have much self worth, people whose lives are not very happy and fulfilled, and they are desperately searching for someone to ''build them up''.\n\nCults reach out to people who are this way----------people who are needy in spirit and hope.  I think these Evangelical Christians reach out for the same type of people.  And, there are alot of them.\n\nP.S.  These are the same people who criticize Muslims---they have to feel there is someone beneath them, to give them a good feeling about themselves.