12. ; p. 99), 1917 "And the mountains were not found. There are a couple f groups who believe in 2034. We obey the good news when we apply it in our lives. "Jehovah has kept these warnings in front of his people by means of timely reminders through the spiritual food provided by 'the faithful and discreet slave'". It appears to me that the context of these accounts is clearly focusing on an event (it occurred Luke 17:26) that overtook unwary people. That is the interesting part. http://www.jehovahs-witness.com/10/61661/1.ashx. Yep just as they said Moses screwed up too, only they failed to point out that he was condemed to not see the Promised Land. and the award for longest subject title for a thread goes to What about 1931+120? so looks like they have a new way of conning innocent folk,feckin barstewards! by Nicolas *** Reference Bible Deuteronomy 18:20-22 ***, 20 "'However, the prophet who presumes to speak in my name a word that I have not commanded him to speak or who speaks in the name of other gods, that prophet must die. . Had not the society stated it in certain terms (unlike the 1975 date on which they were wishy washy)? The word Armageddon appears just once in the Scriptures, and it comes from a Hebrew term that means Mountain of Megiddo. (Rev. Can you post the appropriate segment of the French version? She has used her power and influence to exploit her flocks. Figures increased greatly leading up to 1975 and there was great expectation. Jehovah's Witnesses endured intense persecution under the Nazi regime. The nations have not yet had the opportunity to have a world government without the interference of religious institutions present. HAVE you heard people apply the word Armageddon to a nuclear war or an environmental disaster? Goshawk of the 'Need another whiskey' class. How thankful we should be for the provision God has made of this slave class, the modern spiritual remnant, as they faithfully dispense the revealed truths of Jehovah ! After being given divine warning of things not yet beheld,' says the apostle Paul, '[Noah] showed godly fear and constructed an ark for the saving of his household.' 11:3; Acts 14:23. 2. 16:5-7; 19:1, 2. 8:3) How so? That will be enough for the WTS to delude the JW's for another 14 yrs. Now, all they have to do is shift the start date to 1914 and they've got 2034 to look forward to. 10 But who is at the head of this rapidly expanding congregation, you ask? And all the righteous will be saved.Prov. (Rev. If you would, reflect back with me upon the Witnesses article, from the Watchtower issue cited above. The Jehovahs Witness view of the battle of Armageddon is but one example of the ineptness of this group to analyze biblical prophecy. The imperative mood indicates a command, the singular/masculine form suggests the directive was initially to Timothy, the present tense reflects an action in which the young evangelist was to be currently engaged, and the middle voice carries the personal responsibility to turn yourself away from these things. There were disputes among the governing body about how far they should push the 1975 thing. "for then there will be great tribulation such as has not occurred since the world's beginning until now, no, nor will occur again.". Copyright 2001-2015 Jehovah's Witness Discussion Forum | JW.Org Community Information. From what I've read in the forum, the doctrine change has been a fairly stealthy one and hasn't fully registered in the consciousness of the rank and file (especially with the WTS still shouting the "end is near! Prior to 1975, it was widely taught among the Witnesses that that year would usher in the end. When such did not occur, thousands abandoned the movement. Therefore, these revisions and changes are themselves fully theocratic, so they do not alter in any way the fully theocratic structure of the organization. That's the beauty of religion and superstition, it has no limits. Armageddon Is Good News! If you found the Watchtower contradicted the Bible which would you believe? Its mission is to reveal documents, files, and publications that are kept secret from the vast majority of Jehovah's Witnesses, particularly vulnerable persons and women. 1. Try as they might to dress it up well in talks and the publications, ordinary Witnesses knew in their gut that the society were saying they simply did not know how long the old system might last. Each year they gather into the organization tens of thousands of new ministers, clearly a product of Jehovah's spirit operating through his invisible King-Son and his angelic representatives, then through his faithful slave class on earth today.- . Failed Watchtower date predictions and changed date doctrine of Jehovah's Witnesses, including lesser known ones such as 1799, 1844, 1874, 1878, 1918, 1920 and the 1940's. . 1:3) The war of Armageddon will not destroy but save mankind! 17 The good news about our Lord Jesus includes all the truths that Jesus taught, as found in Gods Word. Even so, we can endure with joy. You will be interested to learn that God has on earth a people, all of whom are prophets , or witnesses for God. God gave the people in Noah's day 120 years, and perhaps he was giving us 120 years also. It is vital, therefore, that each one recognize that Jesus Christ is the Head of the Christian congregation, as well as showing proper regard for those on earth who have been theocratically appointed to positions of oversight.-Phil. 17:11) But Armageddon does not refer to any literal place on earth. Barak and the prophetess Deborah thanked Jehovah for their miraculous victory. Because to be known by him can mean having Gods approval. Period. In what way will Christs anointed brothers be able to return the kindness shown them? ***. Sure, they've had growth but its not translated into enough cash to keep the status quo. {WT 6}. And so will many other people. (Prov. jw There may be some infighting about this as there was in Franz' day, but some new 'prophet' will need to come forward from among them! 11 Jehovah will destroy the great prostitute by means of the ten horns of a scarlet-colored wild beast. That figurative wild beast represents the United Nations. In 2014, a San Diego judge ordered Watchtower to award $13.5 million to a man who was abused by a church . Only when new appointments are made to the governing body of people who have a reasonable chance of making it to 2034 will this idea get off the ground. *** Watchtower 1972 August 1 p.458 Loving Oversight of the Congregation of God ***, THEOCRATIC APPOINTMENT IN THE CONGREGATION. With these rich truths to light the way, Christians do not grope in this dark, jungle-like world as do the masses of people in Christendom and heathendom alike. Many others have . The abundance of spiritual food and the amazing details of Jehovah's purposes that have been revealed to Jehovah's anointed witnesses are clear evidence that they are the ones mentioned by Jesus when he foretold a "faithful and discreet slave" class that would be used to dispense God's progressive revelations in these last days. My concern is that placing the emphasis of the discussion on the days of Noah might give some the false impression that the Bibles reference to the days of Noah would be similar, if not identical, to the History of Noah (Genesis 6:9) Because, immediately prior to the reference to the History of Noah we have the statement in Genesis 6:3: After that Jehovah said: My spirit shall not act toward man indefinitely in that he is also flesh. Their organization, being patterned after the first-century Christian congregation, is blessed by Jehovah. by xbro 4:18)"February 15, 1981, page 19. Let us consider each of these in turn. Final Prophecy Cycle Timeline Images; . I am the new Prophet.I am annointed..DAMMIT. but this is the central "seven times" framework which apostate Jehovah's witnesses are now trying to "trample" to buried meaninglessness . "The year 1940 is certain to be the most important year yet, because Armageddon is very near. 18:4) They have also worked hard to help others flee from her. Back in the 1960s there was, seemingly, a brief period of relaxation in authoritarianism among Jehovah's Witnesses. Photo by www.opendialoguemediations.com. She suggested it would come in 1999. Nothing is said about God bringing a genocide. How many religions have voluntarily "ceased operations/closed for business"? The current president is Don Adams. How about just being aware, alert, ready? Possibly. Accordingly his days shall amount to a hundred and twenty years. So, can it now be reasoned that there is at least some indication that the presence of Jesus Christ can now be numbered at 120 years based upon the record of the history of Noah (or the days of Noah) in Genesis, making the end now to appear to come in 2034? Jehovah's Witnesses Sources of Authority We must, therefore, insist that the Scriptures do not teach that Armageddon is a carnal conflict that is a precursor to the end of earths history. 11:18) To help us understand these points more clearly, let us consider four questions: What is Armageddon? ***, Jehovah's Witnesses , in their eagerness for Jesus' second coming, have suggested dates that turned out to be incorrect. That great historical event took place in the year 1914, conclusive proof concerning this having already appeared in the . friends. It was also successful. With a prediction like that, would you mind us adding you to this list of hallowed prophesiers? Answer the door. In my opinion the ONLY reason they haven't taken this and run with it is that 2034 is still TOO FAR AWAY for them to maintain the urgency and fear they need in the rank and file. And you can tell when Armageddon is near when you see the things . (Luke 21:32) And Jehovah, who is the source of inspired and unfailing prophecy, will bring about the fulfillment 1989 "The apostle Paul was spearheading the Christian missionary activity. Why, for instance, were there actually more pioneers (% wise) in the late 1980s than leading up to 1975? 38:19-22) He may turn his enemies against one another. He may use any number of ways. (b)Based on Revelation 16:14, 16, why can we say that Armageddon is not a literal place? 2, p. 98-99, 1889), 1908 "In view of this strong Bible evidence concerning the Times of the Gentiles, we consider it an established truth that the final end of the kingdoms of this world, and the full establishment of the Kingdom of God, will be accomplished at the end of A. D. Will religious leaders participate? Would you like to read this article in %%? 19-20. 5. friends, Ijust ran across this. Was the Siege at Jerusalem in A.D. 70 the Worst in World History? 9:26) (Aid to Bible Understanding, Brooklyn, NY: Watchtower Society, 1971, p. 642). 38:3, 4, 18, 21-23. Strictly speaking, it refers to the situation to which the kings of the entire inhabited earth are gathered in opposition to Jehovah. Two portions of scripture were relied upon heavily as prophetic proof-texts that Armageddon was imminent. They have to figure out a way to motivate the average JW in the developed world to give more. The berating talks, guilt inducing WT studies, pressure from the CO & DOs, placement of MTS grads, none have really worked. A plane carrying five Jehovah's Witness ministers crashed Saturday, killing all aboard, officials said. You know how to tell when summer is near. *** Watchtower 1983 February 15 p.12 You Can Live Forever in on Earth-But How? Scans of the english article were posted here a while back. Then there was that Watchtower a while back that many apostates interpreted as pointing to 2034 implicitly. obviously its not a real talk but has anyone heard of this? Yes, the survivors will be absolutely right when they proclaim, "Jehovah God, the Almighty, true and righteous are your judicial decisions."Rev. The Bible tells us about a most unusual proclamation. (Genesis 6:3) The issuance of this divine decree in 2490 B.C.E. There may be some infighting about this as there was in Franz' day, but some new 'prophet' will need to come forward from among them! 6/1/99 and 8/15/99 Watchtowers each had articles that drew the parallel between the JWs work and Noah's. ***. I'll bring the organization into the promised land, oh yeah! jehovah's witnesses armageddon 2034. station 19 fanfiction maya injured; morgan bay boats for sale; camden football fight; razer kraken v2 randomly disconnects; ark magmasaur fertilized egg spawn command; WT just did a publicity thing trumping up Isaac Newton in one of the mags this past autumn. 18:7,8. Fred Franz managed to publish more definite statements about 1975 than the other members would have liked. Out of zeal and enthusiasm for the vindication of Jehovah's name, Word and purposes, and the desire for the new system, some of his servants have at times been premature in their expectations. The Watchtower, December 15, 2003, Pages 14 - 19, Please be patient while the web page loads page scans of the Watchtower article. The account in Luke is admittedly much clearer in putting emphasis on the event, it occurred rather than the days of. Welcome This website was founded by dedicated, baptized Jehovah's Witnesses. For men shall be lovers of self, lovers of money, boastful, haughty, railers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, without natural affection, implacable, slanderers, without self-control, fierce, no lovers of good, traitors, headstrong, puffed up, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God; holding a form of godliness, but having denied the power therefore. At Gods appointed time, those political powers will turn on symbolic Babylon. I doubt they'll come out with a specific date in the near future. ( Gense 6:3) Ce decret divin mis en 2490 avant notre re marqu le commencement de la fin pour le monde impie. The present study of 50 Jehovah's Witnesses admitted to the Mental Health Service facilities of Western Australia suggests that members of this section of the community are more likely to be admitted to a psychiatric hospital than the general population. (Awake, Oct. 8, 1968). We are certainly in 'the time of the end.'. Wreckage from a plane crash is shown on Holston Mountain near Elizabethton on Sunday. They knew that they had made a mistake about 1975, but at the same time they knew that the generation was fast running out in any case and that the end must come within a couple of decades at the most. Jehovah's Witnesses state that God's true name is "Jehovah.". Those events occurred over many decades. 33:22; Heb. If you truly want to be rid of them, you will need to answer the door and let them know. (a)Why is Armageddon good news for mankind? Before the war of Armageddon begins, all of the 144,000 will have been raised to heaven as immortal spirits. And all that without upsetting the majority of its members. *** Watchtower 1983 February 15 p.12 You Can Live Forever in. pp 14,15 explains the parallel with the days of Noah, in which Noah was given 120 years to. Lawrence, once one of America's great. Jehovah's Witnesses, however, expected that the . He will vent that rage by using demonic propagandaunclean inspired expressionsto cause a coalition of nations to turn on Jehovahs servants. One of the biggest problems for the governing body is that 2034 is an awful long time away. ", ok, so here is MY gripe. (Jas. She has taught lies about God. But this lie will be especially dangerous because it will give people a false sense of security just before the greatest tribulation in human history begins. Rather, he compared his presence to the much longer period of time that led up to the Flood. 1975 came and went and the governing body had to deal with the fallout for the coming 5 years until things started to pick up again. Thieves! 12:2; Rev. They will not even be armed! At conventions the shock announcement was made - the 'generation' was reformulated so that it could stretch into the foreseeable future. Included therein were Noah's building of the ark and his preaching work, right up until the time that the Flood finally arrived. (Luke 21:32) And Jehovah, who is the source of inspired and unfailing prophecy, will bring about the fulfillment of his Son's words in a relatively short time." This is not the first time the Jehovah's Witnesses church has been accused of sexual abuse. All content appearing on this site is owned and maintained by the Fortify Your Faith Foundation, a tax-exempt, not-for-profit, religious corporation as defined under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. *** w84 12/1 p. 18 Keep Ready! 6. Answer (1 of 23): Jehovah God is the ONLY one who decides who will have the privilege of being anointed/born again or not. After all, she has long boasted: I sit as queen, and I am not a widow, and I will never see mourning.Rev. I read the french version of this Watchtower edition and it was clearly suggested that the end might be in 2034 Do you have any comment about it? Were not the anointed Christians in Thessalonica impatient to see "the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ" and "the day of Jehovah"?2 Thessalonians 2:1, 2.15 There is nothing basically unscriptural in using chronology in efforts to learn "the appointed time" for the fulfillment of God's purposes. *** w86 3/15 p. 19 Allow No Place for the Devil! Page 15, Paragraph 9 "Jehovah has kept these warnings in front of his people by means of timely reminders through the spiritual food provided by 'the faithful and discreet slave'". copied from: http://www.jwfiles.com/2034.htm. 2. Songez ce qu'il signifiait : plus que 120 ans et Jhovah allait amener" un dluge d'eau sur la terre, pour ravager de dessous les cieux toute chair dans laquelle la force de vie est en action" - Gense 6:17 7 () Et nous ? By putting this value in the parallel equation we get the same result, 2014! From these also turn away (vv. 202-203 ***. Accordingly his days shall amount to a hundred and twenty years.' :) But wait, if there is a whole mutli-million $ industry for lovers of sado-masochism, then there's nothing extraordinary about the WTS business always taking its faithful members on a ride. Had not God's organisation been teaching about the 'generation' for decades? Poul Bregninge's parents became Jehovah's Witnesses when he was 2 years old. A financial crisis (hundreds of millions in just U.S., Can, and U.K. alone) could precipitate this shrinkage in an organization already pressed for funds. california psychology pre licensure courses, sims 4 university faster homework mod, highest wind speed in boulder co,
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