Expert: Derrick Holland - 5/11/2006

Question
The reason I ask because I am a Jehovah witness my self. I've been raise since a small child. I too can answer your questions.Been a Jehovah witness is not easy one self is always going to have persecution however being strong spiritually would help you alot.

Answer
Hello Nataly.  Thank you for writing.

To answer your question....No, I am not a Jehovah's Witness.  Like I said in my profile, I was raised in the JW religion for 13 years, but I am now a born again Christian.  I still have some members of my family, who are Witnesses.  I was never baptized as a JW.  However, since I was brought up in this religion, I am very familiar with their beliefs.  Since I became a Christian, I have researched the Bible, and how it is at odds with JW doctrine.  I have discussed some of these doctrinal issues on my web page at www.jehovahswitnesses-thetruth.com.

I understand what you are saying about persecution.  Christians are persecuted for their beliefs and stand, as well.  I would like to say, though, that persecution is not merely having someone to disagree with your beliefs.  I disagree with JW beliefs, but I have never persecuted any JW, and do not wish to.  And yes, you are correct that being strong spiritually is a great help to endure persecution.  Needless to say, I experienced some of this from my JW family after I was saved.  

I hope this has answered your question.  Feel free to contact me with any other questions you may have, and again, thank you for writing.

Derrick