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| Subject | Date Asked |
| The "soul"? | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: Spears, Reading in some of your replies you said, " When Jesus was killed and after words ... A: Peter’s references to “the spirits in prison, who had once been disobedient when the patience of ... | |
| Jehovah's Witnesses | 1/22/2012 |
| Q: I believe that the Watchtower teaches, that the "soul" is you, the person. The body is the body ... A: There is nothing that leaves the Body that is conscious. Psalms 104:29 for example says :If you ... | |
| Governing Body follow up | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: Mr Spears, Thank you for taking the time to answer again. At least you did provide and answer. Mr ... A: Power struggle ? No i do not see it that way. The governing body made changes by forming ... | |
| Governing Body | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: Sir, May I please ask you a question about the Governing Body of Jehovah Witness? I understand ... A: Brother Franz would have had no reason to doubt the existence of a Governing Body in Jerusalem.Jesus ... | |
| Governing Body | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: Sir, May I please ask you a question about the Governing Body of Jehovah Witness? I understand ... A: The web site you suggested was called "Free Minds" where a collection of anti-witness ,ex- ... | |
| Jehovah's Witnesses | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: I believe that the Watchtower teaches, that the "soul" is you, the person. The body is the body ... A: God’s Word does not disclose a precise date for the first resurrection, but it does reveal that it ... | |
| prepare the way for who???? | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: John the baptist: We all know that John was speaking of Jesus from the gospel and from Mal 3:1. ... A: the Great Judge Jehovah says : “Look! I am sending my messenger, and he must clear up a way before ... | |
| don't understand please explain | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: All scripture are from the N.W.T bible So please explain the confusion. Thank you.. ... A: Exodus 20:3 You must not have any other gods against my face ... | |
| Jehovah's Witnesses | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: I believe that the Watchtower teaches, that the "soul" is you, the person. The body is the body ... A: When Jesus was killed and after words spent part three days in the tomb . I can ... | |
| Christmas | 12/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a question about Christmas. I know jws dont celebrate the holiday cause Jesus wasnt really ... A: Bottom line ,this guy evidently knows nothing about where Christmas originated .Fact is everything ... | |
| Luke 1:35 | 12/1/2011 |
| Q: I would like the literal Greek words for "holy thing" in Luke 1:35. Some people believe that a baby ... A: I have listed the Greek words of Luke 1 verse 35 below with the pronunciation and meaning. (1) ... | |
| RFID Chip (Mark of the beast) | 11/2/2011 |
| Q: I'm concerned about you Jehovah's Witnesses... you don't believe that the mark of the beast is a ... A: Revelation 1:1 A revelation by Jesus Christ, which God gave him, to show his slaves the things that ... | |
| Wedding | 10/20/2011 |
| Q: I have two step sons. One has become a JW the other is not. the non JW is getting married in a ... A: Likely an honest, straightforward explanation of your feelings and beliefs will not offend, but, ... | |
| Will other christians be saved | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: How are you? I discovered there are enough (popular or not) religious groups that seem to have the ... A: Ephesians 4:5,6 says there is ; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and Father of all. ... | |
| Re: Is there any evolution in creation? | 9/9/2011 |
| Q: I'm not sure how to explain artifacts and the most recent finding in S. Africa in addition to Adam & ... A: The media often widely broadcasts the announcement that a new “missing link” has been discovered. ... | |
| Mat. 24:45-47 | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: Greetings Mr. Spears: With reference to the above verses, I wonder how on earth the Watchtower ... A: I don't understand how an organization 18 centuries later could be implied in this parable.They took ... | |
| Is the Kingdom real? | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: Elbert, I am involved in a small church gtoup and the subject we have been discussing lately; Will ... A: Have you heard of the book " What does the Bible Really Teach?" You can get a copy from Jehovahs ... | |
| remnant | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: how you come to believe that jehovahs witnesses are the remnant beggars belief.you are not a ... A: Col:2:16 Therefore let no man judge YOU in eating and drinking or in respect of a festival ... | |
| When does Jehovah solve a proble? | 8/6/2011 |
| Q: Brother Elbert, This question (and statement) is going to be a difficult one for me and it may ... A: This is an old but important question and certainly not affecting any one person in ... | |
| every creature | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: Mark 16:15 And He said to them, "Go into the world and preach the gospel to every creature. ... A: My first question is , Would you agree that the Gospel was never intended for an exclusive ... | |
| life after death | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: according to your church when one dies his consciousness ceases to exist. If that's the case how ... A: Of course he has the information needed to resurrect us.I see no problem with the idea, since ... | |
| Question aou Matthew 13; 22 | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: Good day Brother Elbert, Hope all is well with you and your congregation. Could you please explain ... A: The sower represents God’s fellow workers, those who proclaim the Kingdom good news. sows the word ... | |
| State of the dead | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: How does the Watchtower doctrine of soul sleep not contradict what Jesus says in Mark 12:26-27? In ... A: Mark 12:26) But concerning the dead, that they are raised up, did YOU not read in the book of ... | |
| why Jehovah???? | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: I hope you find me not boring with questions that some times you have diverted from the questions. I ... A: 1st Corinthains 1:1 Paul, called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through God’s will, and ... | |
| Isaiah | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: Who did Isaiah see in Isaiah 6:1? Thanks Matt ANSWER: Question : Who did Isaiah ... A: (Exodus 33:20) And he added: “You are not able to see my face, because no man may see me and yet ... | |
| State of the dead | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: How does the Watchtower doctrine of soul sleep not contradict what Jesus says in Mark 12:26-27? In ... A: Mark 12:26-27 But concerning the dead, that they are raised up, did YOU not read in the book of ... | |
| Perverts from the womb | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: Hope you are well/ Could you please explain Psalms 58; verses 3-6/ Thats some pretty strong ... A: Error is contrary to truth, and those willfully sinning pervert the truth, a course which only ... | |
| Celebrating the bread and wine | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: Revelation 3:20-21 Look! I am standing at the door and knocking. If anyone hears my voice and opens ... A: (“Luke 21 : 28 thru 30,) However, YOU are the ones that have stuck with me in my ... | |
| body, soul, spirit | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: What is the difference between body, soul, and spirit according to Watchtower theology? A: According to the Bible. - Every thing in the Watchtower comes from the Bible. Body The ... | |
| James 2: 19 | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: Brother Elbert, Good morning to you. Would you please explain the scripture at James 2: 19? ... A: Good afternoon Brother Kyle , thanks for the question We may be associating with God’s ... | |
| Daniel | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: just a follow up question on Daniel 10:4-9 you said it was Jesus and then its not Jesus. I was ... A: Take a look at Daniel 9:21 and 22: While I was yet speaking and praying and confessing my sin ... | |
| Perrfect Jesus | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: Brother Elbert, Greetings. I have a question for you; concerning Jesus'perfection. We know that ... A: do you remember the occasion where Jesus was tempted by Satan ? Matthew 4 : 1 thru 4 says : Then ... | |
| hello Elbert | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: In your view, when the finally unrepentant sinners are consigned to the lake of fire, to the second ... A: The Bible clearly states: “The soul that sinneth, the same shall die.” (Ezek. 18:4, 20, Catholic ... | |
| Isaiah | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: Who did Isaiah see in Isaiah 6:1? Thanks Matt ANSWER: Question : Who did Isaiah ... A: John 4:24 God is a Spirit, and those worshiping him must worship with spirit and truth . We cannot ... | |
| Zechariah | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: In Zechariah 14:4 It says that Jehovah's actual feet are going to stand on the Mount of olives. Is ... A: Zachariah 14:3-5. And Jehovah will certainly go forth and war against those nations as in ... | |
| Daniel | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: Can you explain the doctrine of the Trinity? ANSWER: None of the religious leaders today can ... A: The person is in Daniel 10:4-9 Is not Jesus himself but is a angel that was doing battle with the ... | |
| 539b.c | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: How are you? Im through a huge study about 607 and 1914 and Im surprised to see how strong JWs' ... A: CHRISTENDOM counts time from what is supposed to be the year of Jesus’ birth, anno Domini, A.D., ... | |
| Isaiah | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: Who did Isaiah see in Isaiah 6:1? Thanks Matt A: Question : Who did Isaiah see in Isaiah 6:1? Isaiah 6:1 and 2 In the year ... | |
| Zechariah | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: In Zechariah 14:4 It says that Jehovah's actual feet are going to stand on the Mount of olives. Is ... A: Ezekiel 11:22 and 23 And the cherubs now lifted up their wings, and the wheels were close by them, ... | |
| Daniel | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: Can you explain the doctrine of the Trinity? ANSWER: None of the religious leaders today can ... A: (Daniel 12:6) Then one said to the man clothed with the linen, who was up above the waters of the ... | |
| Trinity | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: Can you explain the doctrine of the Trinity? A: None of the religious leaders today can explain it . they just blindly accept it. There are many ... | |
| God's Kingdom | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: Brother Elbert, From your past answers, you sure seem to know what you're talking about so I will ... A: Here is some info , hope this is what you need . ---- The supreme Ruler is Jehovah ... | |
| the great tribulation | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: Good day. The great tribulation...didn't that happen with the world wars? Spanish flu? Witnesses ... A: The Bible does not tell us how long the Great tribulation will last, and Bible prophecy does ... | |
| pregnant | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: i have a bf who is a Jehovaswitness and i got pregnant and had my miscarriage recently. can you help ... A: Wow,I send my condolences on the loss of your Baby. I would not know how to start helping you. ... | |
| i dont have a religion | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: i dont have a religion but i belive in god i love him i know he is there but am i wrong for not ... A: Having a religion -- to me -- means belonging to a religious organization ,It is important to ... | |
| moral life | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: why to believe in god A: Some examples that requires a creator. and show that life required an intelligend designner ... | |
| Concerning The Sabbath Day | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: Jw's do not follow the sabbath day but they say they are a restoration of the 1st century christians ... A: In the Days when Moses received the laws from Jehovah, the Sabath was A day set apart by God for ... | |
| Mark 10: 17, 18 | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: Would you please explain to me; Why Jesus corrected a man for calling him good? A: Jehovah God is good in the absolute and sense. The Scriptures say: “Good and upright is Jehovah” ... | |
| third heavean | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: 2 corinthian 12:2 where is third heaven by apostle paul.. is there in heaven or in earth? pls! ... A: I found this article relating to your question . Hope it helps .------------------------ ... | |
| Christianity | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: Why enlightened Rulers praise Jehovah's Witnesses ANSWER: Why enlightened Rulers praise Jehovah's ... A: Romans 13:3 For those ruling are an object of fear, not to the good deed, but to the bad. Do you, ... | |
| Christianity | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: Why enlightened Rulers praise Jehovah's Witnesses A: Why enlightened Rulers praise Jehovah's Witnesses Romans 13 : 3 and 4 For those ruling are an ... | |
| Muslim and JWs | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: how are you brother,i have a question for you , 1) if JWs meet muslim on the street,what message ... A: The Message never changes, we talk about Jehovahs Kingdom and explain that it is a real Government ... | |
| Wedding Rings | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: After doing extensive research, it is very clear that the wedding rings' history and origin is ... A: I found some good information regarding your Question which pointed out that Customs have been ... | |
| Jahovah witness member | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: You people don't believe in Christmas or any holidays right? So if you were offered a "Christmas" ... A: That depends on what the bonus actually signifies and how accepting it would be viewed. As we ... | |
| Remarriage after JW divorce | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a very close friend who's wife had him legally removed from his home after not having sexual ... A: Please study the following material closely , I would also recommend that your friend Have an in ... | |
| 7 day(s) | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: Are the 7 days of creation literal or are the "days" a span of time? If they are a span of time how ... A: The Genesis account opens with the simple, powerful statement: “In the beginning God created the ... | |
| 7 "days" of creation | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: Are the 7 days of creation literal or are the "days" a span of time? If they are a span of time how ... A: In the Bible the term “day(s)” is used with reference to a time period with a particular person, as ... | |
| The traders of the world and the wars | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: I wanna ask a question that is general. We read in the Apocalypse about the traders of the world. ... A: It seems that Money has become the driving force behind Governments. Special interest groups are ... | |
| The traders of the world and the wars | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: I wanna ask a question that is general. We read in the Apocalypse about the traders of the world. ... A: If you compare Babylon the Great with modern day merchants (traveling Merchants if you like ) you ... | |
| Is God real | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: Gave me reason to believe in a God I cannot see A: Look at the following evidence .If there was no Creator, then life must have started spontaneously ... | |
| JEHOVAH'S WITNESS | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: just want to ask if how long is the religion of Jehovah's witness exist and where does the religion ... A: Jehovahs witnesses strive to do what is pleasing to Jehovah and have always done so.Noah for example ... | |
| adultry | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: My wife and I are married for 10 years. Been together for 23 years along with three great sons. ... A: Matthew 5:32 However, I say to YOU that everyone divorcing his wife, except on account of ... | |
| LAST DAYS | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: As long as I can remember Jehovah's Witnesses have been in the last days. Please could you tell me ... A: FIrst of all when Bible prophecy uses the term , “last days” or the expression “final ... | |
| Why was humanity not allowed to receive the true religion B.C? | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I don't like to be called gentile or nation or goym by the Hebrews who call themselves the chosen ... A: The Bible tells us that man originally believed in only one God. This was not his own idea. ... | |
| Ezek. 28 | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me who is being spoken to in Ezek 28:12-19 because the actual “king of Tyre” would not ... A: Wow !you are so caught up in trying to prove your point that you cant see what i wrote.I said the ... | |
| Ezek. 28 | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me who is being spoken to in Ezek 28:12-19 because the actual “king of Tyre” would not ... A: I have discussed this passage with another and I was pointed to a number of commentators that agree ... | |
| Ezek. 28 | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me who is being spoken to in Ezek 28:12-19 because the actual “king of Tyre” would not ... A: Ezekiel is the one being spoken to , and in turn is speaking to Hiram King of Tyre .--- EZE 28:1 ... | |
| God's corporation | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering why Jehovah's witnesses believe the Watchtower company is "Jehovah's corporation" ... A: A corporation is a legal entity. which basically means it is not a company owned by any certain ... | |
| Jesus and Thomas | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, On July 5, you gave a followup answer to the following conversation: I have further ... A: (1) You have contradicted yourself at least twice in this conversation: Nope , no contradiction ... | |
| worship | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: where is your place or places of worship in the ST.Louis ,MO or Alton,IL area would like to check ... A: The following are those that are close to Alton . 1423 Saint Clair Ave, Collinsville, IL (618) ... | |
| animals! | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: can you answer this please? from early in Genesis we read that God provided every animal with green ... A: You are absolutely right about what the Bible tells us as regards the creation , the ... | |
| thomas | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: What is your view on john 20:28? ANSWER: John 1:18 best answers the question : No man has seen God ... A: Of course a 1st century Jew would not have "blurted" such a thing .Why ? Because the Jewish ... | |
| Col. 1:16-17 | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, This is a followup to the previous question about worship of the creator. Where does ... A: Please re-consider what you just said: (1) ... | |
| thomas | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: What is your view on john 20:28? ANSWER: John 1:18 best answers the question : No man has seen God ... A: At John 1:1 thru 3 Jesus is refereed to as a god .We know that a God was sent into the ... | |
| Col. 1:16-17 | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, This is a followup to the previous question about worship of the creator. Where does ... A: Did you notice that the word "other" was enclosed in Square brackets [ ] which are used to enclose ... | |
| thomas | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: What is your view on john 20:28? A: John 1:18 best answers the question : No man has seen God at any time; the only-begotten god who is ... | |
| creator of heavens and earth | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: One of your witnesses stated that we must worship the creator of the heavens and the earth with ... A: Scripture is clear on this point,for example consider an architect of today who create magnificent ... | |
| Jesus being God | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, Recently I asked you for some specific references that teach that Jesus IS NOT God. You ... A: God is one (God, being ,person ,entity, whose name is Jehovah.( the son is one being and is not the ... | |
| Jesus being God | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, Recently I asked you for some specific references that teach that Jesus IS NOT God. You ... A: You are absolutely right . I have " studied the Bible " and i find no scripture in my bible that ... | |
| Questions about Jesus | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, I have two questions: 1) Can you cite (reference and passage) any verse in the New ... A: I am quite familiar with the definition of the trinity and the fact that it is a "Church teaching" ... | |
| Questions about Jesus | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, I have two questions: 1) Can you cite (reference and passage) any verse in the New ... A: There are many, many verses that teaches that Jesus is NOT God .For example the following verse can ... | |
| evil vs sin | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, I’m not familiar with nashotah. Can you use it in a sentence or is there a particular verse ... A: The Bible frequently describes mankind ,as a whole, as the world ,the sea and so on . So the ... | |
| bible verses | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: I have some stuff from the bible I would like you to read and explain to me your understanding from ... A: I have some text in the bible I would like you to read and explain to me who these text are ... | |
| the real church | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: Could you please tell me witch is the real church today. First there was the church founded by ... A: Matthew Chapter 7 : 17 thru 20 gives you the answer :17 Likewise every good tree produces fine ... | |
| nashotah | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, I’m not familiar with nashotah. Can you use it in a sentence or is there a particular verse ... A: Satan committed an evil act by seducing Eve , Satan became the father of the lie he was also sinning ... | |
| 144000 | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: Where does it say only 144,000 go to heaven? What scripture(S) say only 144,000 will partake of the ... A: The hundred and forty-four thousand” seen standing with “the Lamb” on heavenly Mount Zion are said ... | |
| bible verses | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: I have some text in the bible I would like you to read and explain to me who these text are ... A: I have some text in the bible I would like you to read and explain to me who these text are ... | |
| nashomah | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: I sent the following question to an expert. Rather than answer my question, the expert deleted the ... A: Identify for me the difference between the following if any : nashotah,nashomah. Am i correct in ... | |
| Funeral | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: I wanted to know if Jehovah's Witness believe in funerals and burial. Are there any exception you go ... A: We have funerals. And God’s servants can and do feel the sadness that death brings. Yet, their ... | |
| nashomah | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I sent the following question to an expert. Rather than answer my question, the expert deleted the ... A: Ok, you have surpassed my ability to answer since i am not familiar with the original Hebrew ... | |
| Worship of Jesus | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: My followup question was: At this point, I would simply like an answer to the question that you ... A: I am convinced that one Must consider the context to determine whether pro·sky·ne′o refers ... | |
| eternal "soul" | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I sent the following question to an expert. Rather than answer my question, the expert deleted the ... A: I can find no evidence in the Bible that the breath of life that Jehovah breathed into Adam in order ... | |
| Obeisance/worship | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: A question was asked of you recently: "I was wondering if you could help me understand the meaning ... A: Matthew 4: 8 thru 10 Again the Devil took him along to an unusually high mountain, and showed him ... | |
| Greek Mythology | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: Mr. Spears- I am a middle school teacher and my students are doing a research report on a Greek god ... A: I am not personally aware of any rule forbidding work on a report such as this . I would think ... | |
| bible | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: so my husbands mom is a jehovah witness. and we are vacationing with her in her home in mexico, i am ... A: You must be strong in your faith . Be prepared , because you will most likely meet with opposition ... | |
| your life a s JW | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: How has being a Jehovia Witness shaped your life.What are some of the challenges to practicing this ... A: I can only say that following Bible principles gives me a solid hope for the future , and that hope ... | |
| Obeisance/worship | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: A question was asked of you recently: "I was wondering if you could help me understand the meaning ... A: Sorry , i will not argue ,the scripture is plain,The KJV has many grammatical errors, bottom line ... | |
| Faithful slave.... | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I understand that you all read the reference of Matt 25:45 as being a literal group of people who ... A: Luke 12 Verses 32 ,33 ,34 We can see who who is doing the talking -- Jesus . Look close , what ... | |
| religion | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: if jehovah was so against the comandment tho shalt not kill. why have everyone have different ... A: Many avenues of thought on how things should be done in major religious orginizations have caused ... | |
| Worship of Jesus | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: You answered a question in the past about the worship of Jesus by Jehovah's Witnesses in the past. ... A: Before we go any further i would like you to read some History concerning the King James Bible.First ... | |
| About being righteous | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: When a person becomes a JW, do all JWs have to be like pastors in order to be accepted in God's ... A: Yes ,after a period of bible study we learns what Jehovah bassically requires of us .We learn that ... | |
| Obeisance \ Worship | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could help me understand the meaning of the word " obeisance " because my ... A: First of all i would like to say that " it is a matter of grammer " You are quoting from the King ... | |
| stepfather | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: Joseph was the stepfather and not the father of Jesus. Jesus was conceived by the Holy Ghost. Note: ... A: Lets look at the rest of the story . If you recall Mary was Visited by Angel. About the end of ... | |
| an answer from a expert | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: Elbert: Explain these statements of Lk 16:19-31 Some say that this is a parable. However, if it ... A: JESUS is relating an illustration,(parable) about a rich man and a poor beggar named Lazarus. The ... | |
| Worship of Jesus | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: You answered a question in the past about the worship of Jesus by Jehovah's Witnesses in the past. ... A: I found this article in the January First WT, under Questions from Readers This article explains ... | |
| last answer to ben | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: In your last answer to ben you said you give higher honour to the father than the son, i respect ... A: 2nd Timpthy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired of God and beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for ... | |
| last answer to ben | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: In your last answer to ben you said you give higher honour to the father than the son, i respect ... A: I must disagree on the term " source of creation" The Bible is plain on the fact that Jehovah is the ... | |
| The arm of Jehovah! | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: "Hello,I was reading Isaiah, and came across an interesting scripture.Isaiah40:10,11 "Look! The ... A: Isaiah 40:10,11 "Look! The Sovereign Lord Jehovah himself will come even as a strong one, and his ... | |
| The arm of Jehovah! | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: "Hello,I was reading Isaiah, and came across an interesting scripture.Isaiah40:10,11 "Look! The ... A: Ok , What do you want me to say ? My answer , pasted or not is very clear in this case. Jesus ... | |
| last answer to ben | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: In your last answer to ben you said you give higher honour to the father than the son, i respect ... A: Hey , Daniel I totally agree with you on the use of the bible , there is no other authority on ... | |
| Worship of Jesus | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: You answered a question in the past about the worship of Jesus by Jehovah's Witnesses in the past. ... A: Strong's G4352 - proskyneō 1) to kiss the hand to (towards) one, in token of reverence 2) ... | |
| The arm of Jehovah! | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: "Hello,I was reading Isaiah, and came across an interesting scripture.Isaiah40:10,11 "Look! The ... A: Good morning Benjamin Thank you for the question and i apologize for the delay. Please, i am not an ... | |
| Questions about the Jehovah Witness faith | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I just completed reading the Jehovah Witness publication entitled: "What does the Bible really ... A: Let me fill you in an a little bit of your church history relating to the point you raised on ... | |
| worship word in ther Greek | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: To: Brenda,Rando,Brenton,%26Benyamin; I don't want to miss any one. Here is your MondayYou are so ... A: In connection with the respect paid to Jesus, the word often used is pro‧sky‧ne′o, ... | |
| General | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a son with a JW. We had our son when she was away from the congregation for a time. I asked ... A: Are you sure you went to a "Kingdom Hall" Of course we are all imperfect and we do not claim to be ... | |
| 144,000 already selected? | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I see and understand that Jehovah's Witnesses believe that there are only going to be 144,000 ... A: Here is some information that will answer your question . Matthew 24 beginning with verse 21 we hear ... | |
| Consequences | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: My parents are a Jehovah’s Witness, so I was born as one. I learned the truth and got baptized in ... A: I am sorry for tha delay in answering your question. I think you should Inform the Elders imediately ... | |
| gog of magog and harmagedon | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I hope you are doing well. I have got some few Questions to ask: Ezekiel 38 talks about gog of ... A: Sorry for Rambling on so much in my previous answer that i failed to get the sequences relating to ... | |
| Questions about the Jehovah Witness faith | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I just completed reading the Jehovah Witness publication entitled: "What does the Bible really ... A: I do not believe that Jehovah God is an impersonal Star Wars type Force,but a great and loving ... | |
| Questions about the Jehovah Witness faith | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I just completed reading the Jehovah Witness publication entitled: "What does the Bible really ... A: The Book , "What does the Bible really Teach" is Based in its entirety, on the Bible . There is no ... | |
| Jesus being a true god | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: In a past answer, you state that 'Jesus is A true god ,yes.' The answer goes on with many citings of ... A: Isaiah 43:10-11: (LORD speaking) "Before Me there was no God formed, nor shall there be after Me. I, ... | |
| false god vs true god?????? | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Elbert:If Jesus is a god, then is Jesus a True God, or a false god?? It has to be one or the other. ... A: You and i could go on this way for ages and not accomplish anything . You are hung up on a doctrine ... | |
| in consistent | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: Here is a question for you the expert on Monday. Jesus uses the phrase "truly I say to you,...." ... A: If taken in context of the entire chapter , you will see why the comma is placed after the word ... | |
| "The End of False Religion Is Near" | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I am a Christian of no denominational affiliation. I attempt to do what Christ wanted, as well as ... A: You must understand that the tract you mentioned tract 37 is a special presentation on the nearness ... | |
| false god vs true god?????? | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: Elbert:If Jesus is a god, then is Jesus a True God, or a false god?? It has to be one or the other. ... A: Jesus is A true god ,yes.Why would he not be true.But Jesus is not the - all mighty,most ... | |
| active force/reply /one more question | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: question on active force: In Gen 1:2 spirit is [strongs # 07307 ruwach] means spirit. If the nwt is ... A: You are getting technical on me, huh.Well i am not very good at this sor of thing but i will try. ... | |
| communion | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Elbert: Reading the nwt I found a verse that needs your attention. Paul said,"...for as often as you ... A: Many mistakably think that Jesus gathered with his apostles that evening to institute the Lord’s ... | |
| Heaven | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: Do we really go to heaven when we die or are we just dead or is there such thing as paradice? A: We are simply asleep--- in Death -- not in Heaven , Not in a place of torment --- But we have a ... | |
| active force | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: question on active force: In Gen 1:2 spirit is [strongs # 07307 ruwach] means spirit. If the nwt is ... A: Active force (spirit).” Heb., weru′ach. Besides being translated “spirit,” ru′ach is ... | |
| Arms of Jehovah | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I have two questions.In Isaiah51:5"My righteousness is near,My salvation will certainly go forth,and ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering , The following answer is what i feel that the scripture you ... | |
| is this site approved by the the faithful slave? | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: hello elbert. i always like the way you answer questions with respect and tact.no doubt this shows ... A: rechas I am useing every method i am able to do to witness to people . I have not yet seen anything ... | |
| Talk # 3 | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: How can we identify the great harlot" described in Revelation 17:1? A: Information for talk # 3 Talk # 3 Revelation 17 : 1 ... | |
| Eternal punishment | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: Holy greetings to you. On the matter of eternal punishment, mainstream christianity has taught that ... A: I reject this teaching because it is not a teaching of the early follows of Jesus.and is not found ... | |
| Was the Lord about to return in the Acts period | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: Reading Acts chapter 3:19,20. Repent therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, ... A: Sorry i did not include all the info i intended .But my answer is, No , --- for the simple reason ... | |
| Col 1:16 | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, and Brenton. I would like to have you answer this question as I see it does not make any ... A: Hey , Lawerence how are you today , Hope all is well . Still not agreeable with my reasoning i see ... | |
| Soul | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: Praise the Lord , my name is Jade Merkevicius. I have a couple of questions , but i'm going to ... A: I think you quoted the wrong scripture about the child dying . 1st Kings 18:21 Then ... | |
| Col 1:16 | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: Elbert, and Brenton. I would like to have you answer this question as I see it does not make any ... A: Ok , If you are thinking along the line that Jehovah and Jesus are the same , Acording to the ... | |
| Was the Lord about to return in the Acts period | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: Reading Acts chapter 3:19,20. Repent therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, ... A: Acts 3:19 Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times ... | |
| The worship of Jesus | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: JW's say that the worship of Jesus is Idolatry. They also say that Charles Taz Russell was annoited ... A: I am not here to argue with you , And since you are only here to "argue" against anything i say -i ... | |
| body ressurection | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: Mr Spear: I hope you do not find me anoying to you with simple questions. I am doing my best to work ... A: The Bible tells that 40 days after his resurrection Jesus appeared to his disciples on different ... | |
| The worship of Jesus | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: JW's say that the worship of Jesus is Idolatry. They also say that Charles Taz Russell was annoited ... A: When you mention other "sects" you answered the silent question that has been on my mind since ... | |
| The worship of Jesus | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: JW's say that the worship of Jesus is Idolatry. They also say that Charles Taz Russell was annoited ... A: Zion's Watch Tower 1880 October pp 2,3 , Zion's Watch Tower 1892 May 15 p. 157 ,Zions Watch Tower ... | |
| an answer | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: As you can see Brenda must not be qualified to answer such a simple question. So I will giJehovahs ... A: Good morning lawerence , How are you this fine snowey morning ? Hope ... | |
| John 1:3 | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I hope you are well. Could you please give me your detailed understanding of John 1:3. Thanks so ... A: John 1:3 All things came into existence through him, and apart from him not even one thing came ... | |
| The worship of Jesus | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: JW's say that the worship of Jesus is Idolatry. They also say that Charles Taz Russell was annoited ... A: All Jehovah's witnesses worshiped Jesus until 1953. Please show me where you found this information ... | |
| The worship of Jesus | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: JW's say that the worship of Jesus is Idolatry. They also say that Charles Taz Russell was annoited ... A: The Bible sometimes uses the word “anointed” with regard to one who was chosen, or appointed, ... | |
| expalin these flaws | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: Elbert: I am trying so hard to be a follower of the J.W. But when I ask a question and you can't ... A: Lawrence Good to hear from you ,hope all is well . I am becoming troubled by your line of ... | |
| I would like a answer | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: Your question was Hi Brenda, Hope all is well: Here is were I am confused one more time with the ... A: To the Colossians 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus through God’s will, and Timothy [our] ... | |
| open to truth no matter where it is | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I am Jewish both by birth and by religion. I have taken an interest in learning about the religious ... A: I agree that there are many choices in our society today and the reasons for the choices are ... | |
| keep on doing this until i return | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: Jesus said for his people to keep on partaking of the emblems until he returned in matthew-----well ... A: (1 Corinthians 11:24) “and, after giving thanks, he broke it and said: “This means my body which is ... | |
| Name Issue | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: There is no letter J until 1700 Century. Even in 1611 English Bible also says that Iesous Christos ... A: We do not know how the ancient Hebrew name was pronounced since it was lost when superstition ... | |
| is there a hell? | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: if theres God and the devil..light and dark...white and black...small and tall...heaven and hell..is ... A: HELL is a word used in the King James Version (as well as in the Catholic Douay Version and most ... | |
| Lord Jesus | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: how are you brother Elbert, I find out somethings that JWs would like to do, 1) they never ... A: sorry i havent been discussing your points with you . I will attempt to do so in the future. I ... | |
| Telephone Greeting from JW during Holiday Season | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I own a medical office in Florida. My receptionist is excellent in all respects. My partner asked ... A: I apologize for the delay in answering your question . Her refusal to use a holiday greeting is ... | |
| Several quick questions | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: 1) Why do you follow the Jehova's Witnesses since they have several times attempted and failed to ... A: Question 1 Prediction of the return of Christ. The fact that Christ has already Returned in a ... | |
| Holiday cards | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: My husband began working with a Witness this. I have sent non-religious "holiday greetings" ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question . You are to be highly commended for thinking of her ... | |
| Animals | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Why do animals eat other animals? If it was God's original purpose for animals to be herbivores and ... A: Sorry , i am not able to make a lengthily comment on this but i would think that in most cases ... | |
| Was Jesus Created by God (Revelation 3:14)? | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: My dear brother in Christ, Was Jesus Created by God (Revelation 3:14)? The correct meaning of the ... A: Pevelation 8:22 “Jehovah himself produced me as the beginning of his way, the earliest of his ... | |
| 12 tribes | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: can you explain this to me? Ephraim (note the correct spelling) and Manasseh were the two sons of ... A: Here is an article i found containing many scriptures regarding your question . Hope it helps Tribes ... | |
| blood | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: just as a quick intro, i am not a JW but am interested in what you would say about the topic of ... A: Here is an article i found on the subject Early in man’s history, our Creator ruled that ... | |
| Revelation support Jesus Is Almighty God | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: How are you brother Elbert, give you more infor... REVELATION Jesus is not creature or Angel " ... A: John 5:22 For the Father judges no one at all, but he has committed all the judging to the Son ... | |
| Life After Death? | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: I am confused regarding the subject of what happens after we die. I have difficulty believeing tha ... A: This is a concern that seems to be increasingly popular .The fact is we can get our answer from ... | |
| visiting another church. | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I am a child care worker for a group home for teenage boys. One of my duties is to take the boys to ... A: The following is based on the W/T 5/15/02 Page 28 It is a fact that Our taking part in any form of ... | |
| Christendom condemned! | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: Bro. Spears, I'm doing a research of the reasons why Christendom or for that matter Babylon the ... A: If we look back to the time shortly after Jesus’ apostles had died an apostasy from the true ... | |
| did jerusalem fall in 607bc or 587/6 | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: I believe that the fall of Jerusalem was in 587/6 and not 607BC. My proof of this date 1. The ... A: Here is the info i belive to be most accurate Nebuchadnezzar was Second ruler of the ... | |
| Paul | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: Rando, what Paul want to tell us ( 1 tim 3;15-16) ? thank ANSWER: Does not say that Jesus is ... A: John 17 : 3 This means everlasting life, their taking in knowledge of you, the only true God, AND of ... | |
| Paying for your sins | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can explain to me how someone pays for their sins? Thank You, Clara ... A: Here is what the Bible says 1st Corinthians 5: 9,10 What! Do YOU not know that unrighteous persons ... | |
| Paul | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: Rando, what Paul want to tell us ( 1 tim 3;15-16) ? thank ANSWER: Does not say that Jesus is ... A: Proverbs 8:14 through 16 John 8:21 through 30 21 Hence he said to them again: “I am going ... | |
| Do you honor Jehovah? | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I hope you are doing very well. I have a quick question I would like to ask below. DO YOU HONOR ... A: Ben sorry for the delay, The Bible does teach that the Father and Son are two separate ... | |
| Do you honor Jehovah? | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I hope you are doing very well. I have a quick question I would like to ask below. DO YOU HONOR ... A: We do apply this scripture--- very much so . The words( JUST AS )do not indicate a specific degree ... | |
| Knowing the mind of God | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: “On occasion opposers will question the various teachings that Jehovah’s people hold in common… They ... A: I certainly appreciate that . I get carried away sometimes and add too much material and then at ... | |
| Do you honor Jehovah? | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I hope you are doing very well. I have a quick question I would like to ask below. DO YOU HONOR ... A: Hope you are doing well also . My thought on the question , Do you Honor Jehovah ? ---------- Yes ... | |
| Paying for your sins | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can explain to me how someone pays for their sins? Thank You, Clara A: Jesus paid the price for our sins . We as imperfect humans are not able to meet Jehovahs ... | |
| Better Understanding | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I have been reading about the different types of religions. And and I want to know how do I really ... A: There are many things that give solid evidence that everything written down in the Bible is true to ... | |
| Knowing the mind of God | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: “On occasion opposers will question the various teachings that Jehovah’s people hold in common… They ... A: After the apostles passed away their teachings were infiltrated with teachings that were not always ... | |
| Talk # 3 | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: Kindly help me to develop the Theocratic Ministry School assignment entitled " Who will be ... A: Please do not take this as a word for word example for your talk . Who will be resurrected? Where ... | |
| Children - Medical Treatment | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: From reading several articles I have found that JW's are much like any other parent with the ... A: ‘If the situation is really that serious, can the doctor guarantee that the patient WILL NOT die if ... | |
| Question | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: Question to Jehovah`s Witness "What will happen if we Die?" A: “If a man die, shall he live again?” asked the man Job long ago. (Job 14:14, King James Version) ... | |
| Is Jesus Creator or Creation? | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: Lord Jesus love you brother, I hope this will give you more idea, if you still Believe JWs really ... A: Jesus is created. he is the Archangel (Chief Angel), not God and creator . he does not accept ... | |
| obeisance and worship | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: how are you Elbert, would you please tell me what is the different between "obeisance and ... A: Notice the Hebrew and Greek words for Obeisance , Please Study the scriptures noted , Pay close ... | |
| testimony after testimony | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I will send you testimony after testimony of ex jehovah witnesses and would like you to read them ... A: Sounds like this man never understood anything about Jehovahs organization to begin with -- I see ... | |
| obeisance and worship | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: how are you Elbert, would you please tell me what is the different between "obeisance and ... A: I found some information on the subject "obeisance" , hope it answers your question The Greek word ... | |
| i'm praying for you | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: Does a sober consideration of the Society's past evidence an indisputable divine backing? Does a ... A: 1. Does a sober consideration of the Society's past evidence an indisputable divine backing? Yes 2. ... | |
| ???????????????? | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: Proverbs 30:5,6 Every word of God is tested, He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him. Do not ... A: 2nd Peter 1:1 Simon Peter, a slave and apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who have obtained a ... | |
| obeisance and worship | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: how are you Elbert, would you please tell me what is the different between "obeisance and ... A: How are you cheong ? Good to hear from you again. obeisance = : acknowledgment of another's ... | |
| bible hopscotch | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: any time someone presents an idea then goes to the Bible with a scripture from one place then ... A: Michael = Arc Angel MEANING CHIEF ANGEL Which is Jesus himself !-- The only holy angel other than ... | |
| bible hopscotch | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: any time someone presents an idea then goes to the Bible with a scripture from one place then ... A: i am not going to hop scotch on this one , Ok? --- Matthew 5:22 But I say unto you, That whosoever ... | |
| The good news | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: Please could I ask you to explain to me what "the good news" is in a single word? And then in a ... A: I can not define the good news with one word . The Bible calls it-- Good news of the Kingdom of God ... | |
| blood transfusion | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I want to ask a Jehovah's Witnesess memeber/follower because of the following: May I ask you ... A: There are may good reasons ,some you mentioned --but the first and most important reason is --- ... | |
| you yourself are a liar | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: Ha! You are the last person to lecture someone about a lack of integrity. You yourself are a liar! ... A: Your attitude is exactly why i have not bothered to continue my conversation with you .your remarks ... | |
| ?????????????????? | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: "Is this true? In 1943, WT vice president frederick franz, and president nathan h. knorr provided ... A: READ THE THE COMPLETE STORY BELOW -- BY THE WAY --- THE KING JAMES BIBLE WAS BEING USED AT THE TIME ... | |
| Dating a JW | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: Recently I met and fell in love with a girl brought up in the JW faith. Her family and friends tried ... A: First of all this is a question that deserves a well researched answer . I do not feel a need to ... | |
| Couple starting to study. | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: How do witnesses feel about relationships, boyfriend/girlfriend? I realize that they do not believe ... A: I take it from the way your question is stated that you are sharing the same dwelling with someone ... | |
| Jehovah's Witness history | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: Had some witnesses come by my house and in doing do, I decided to read up on the history of the JW ... A: There is no way we can go into much detail on this site. So i will try and give you some basics. Now ... | |
| Jehovah's Witness history | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: Had some witnesses come by my house and in doing do, I decided to read up on the history of the JW ... A: I suppose you could say most witnesses who have had ties with other forms of religion are unstable . ... | |
| New followup | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: You believe that man is about 6000 years old? Do you also believe that woman was made from a broken ... A: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Are you referring ... | |
| New followup | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: You believe that man is about 6000 years old? Do you also believe that woman was made from a broken ... A: certainly !Did you also know that the human rib will grow back if removed in the right manner. the ... | |
| End of Times | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I am not a Jehovahs Witness, however, many of my family members are. Unfortunately enough, this has ... A: You fail to understand--what makes you think i believe the earth was created in six days -- Doesn`t ... | |
| End of Times | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I am not a Jehovahs Witness, however, many of my family members are. Unfortunately enough, this has ... A: You are an atheist and you talk about an earthly paradise ?---- And Armageddon? Honestly ,And i am ... | |
| Identity of the Word | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: Given that the apostle John was a Jew and therefore a strict monotheist, why should one believe that ... A: John did indeed belive in only one all mighty God or "the Father" And Jesus "the Son " who was ... | |
| End of Times | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I am not a Jehovahs Witness, however, many of my family members are. Unfortunately enough, this has ... A: Jehovah`s Witnesses have been waiting for Gods Kingdom through his son Jesus Christ to begin ruling. ... | |
| Jehovah's Day and Christs Presence in the First Century | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: The First Century Christians keenly awaited Jehovah's Day, If Jehovah's Day had come in the first ... A: The first century Christians were indeed looking forward to Jehovah`s Kingdom . But there is a great ... | |
| can I worship Jesus ? | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: how are you elbert, base on the bible, can i bow down to Jesus, worship him and say you are my ... A: I am doing OK . Good to hear from you cheong . How are you doing? No , I would not do that . For ... | |
| church fathers | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have read the writings of Clement of Rome, Polycarp, The Didache, The Epistle of Barnabas, St. ... A: Ignatius calls Almighty God “the only true God, the unbegotten and unapproachable, the Lord of all, ... | |
| Unrighteous Evildoer | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: In the 'You can live forever in paradise on earth' book (a book used in the 1980's by the society) ... A: Please look closely at Page 170 and 171 again and also read the scriptures quoted. Please keep in ... | |
| A question another Expert Could Not Ans | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: "why is it that judge rutherford prophecied that isaac and jacob and abraham would be coming back in ... A: Why do you NOT belive that Isaac and Jacob and Abraham will be coming back in the resurrection ? ... | |
| communion | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: First of all thank you for taking time to answer questions on your faith. I appreciate the time ... A: I receive great pleasure in discussing Bible topics with those who are actually interested in ... | |
| gods name | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: What is the personel name god has given us to call him by? The watchtower promotes the use of ... A: Up until some point after the global Flood, all mankind “continued to be of one language [literally, ... | |
| Jesus is Almight God 6 | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: How are you brother? “Jesus is Mighty God, therefore, he is not true God” ----Yes this is true. ... A: Yes i am enjoying our discussion very much.--- My comment on your first point is this: We have to ... | |
| translation | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: Listed below are bible versions which correctly translate john 1;1 ! Since the nwt had no greek ... A: I am convinced that Greek grammar and scriptural context of John 1:1 strongly agree that the “the ... | |
| forgiving. | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: My question in fact would be " How one sinner can forgive another sinner while another sin was ... A: The Bible plainly says -- the wages sin pays is Death. Although Humans can not forgive sins. Jehovah ... | |
| gods name | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: What is the personel name god has given us to call him by? The watchtower promotes the use of ... A: There is no way that anyone can know exactly how the origional Hebrew characters ( ... | |
| translation | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: Listed below are bible versions which correctly translate john 1;1 ! Since the nwt had no greek ... A: I can not see the reason for fussing . the greek word for God is certainly different from the greek ... | |
| Jesus is Almight God 6 | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: How are you brother? “Jesus is Mighty God, therefore, he is not true God” ----Yes this is true. ... A: “Jesus is Mighty God, therefore, he is not true God” ----Yes this is true. (you mean he is false ... | |
| The Holy Spirit has a Personal Voice | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: Insight (p.1020), & Aid (p.1543) state: "While some texts refer to the spirit as 'witnessing,' ... A: The Holy Spirit speaks directly (with His Personal Voice)---- I can not disagree more --- the ... | |
| 35 Ways The Holy Spirit COMMUNICATES | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: Do you agree that multi-faceted COMMUNICATION is a Prominent Characteristic of The Holy Spirit? ... A: After studying your question it seems you have pre-determined the answer you wish to hear. I ... | |
| Ratings | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: Can you share some good information with the board that Derrick Holland is a True Prophet. Like the ... A: His experience --23 years of Biblical research into the fundamental doctrines of the Christian ... | |
| false prophets | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: Why did early Watchtower literature teach that the Second Coming of Christ occurred in 1874, while ... A: Jehovah`s Witnesses did not PREDICT anything -- Please read the following early voices of small ... | |
| Jesus is Almight God 5 | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: you right, Jesus get same title with Moses "mediator" why Jesus is God but Mose ? “Jesus is God “is ... A: I have more info to share, as i know JW may say only father is almighty, Jesus is mighty, ... | |
| Jesus is Almight God 5 | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: you right, Jesus get same title with Moses "mediator" why Jesus is God but Mose ? “Jesus is God “is ... A: Here is my thoughts 1) in OT,(,there are a lot of gods, why father claim he is God alone, only ... | |
| Jesus is Almight God 5 | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: you right, Jesus get same title with Moses "mediator" why Jesus is God but Mose ? “Jesus is God “is ... A: Therefore, the high priest said to him “I charge you under oath by the living God, tell us if you ... | |
| Salvation | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: What do you say the plan of Salvation is? Jesus gave Peter the keys... What do you say the keys are? A: First of all The Holy Scriptures say: “Everyone who calls on the name of Jehovah will be saved.” ... | |
| Jesus is Almight God 4 | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: in John 1;1-3, tell us that in the beginning, before all things were made , Jesus is God,word with ... A: At 1 Timothy 2:5, 6. We read the following -- Jesus is the “one mediator between God and men.” He ... | |
| prayer | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: Can an unbaptized publisher with a baptized publisher offer the closing prayer; unless the ... A: Offering up prayer to our grand creator is a very serious matter ,as i am sure you will agree. There ... | |
| Jesus is Almight God 3 | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: have you ever thought why Jew kill Jesus for he is son of God ? because Jesus directly call father " ... A: if my boss bring his son to me and say,(look this is my son ,look this is boss or look this is ... | |
| check this | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: Well if your a Jehovah Witness that has been around since 1974, that doesn't make me feel confident ... A: Is there a question in there somewhere ? I see you are strongly opposed to Jehovahs witness, can you ... | |
| Jehovah | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: Why do you use the name Jehovah? ANSWER: In the book of Exodus chapter 3 verses 15 and 16 --- right ... A: IT IS a very responsible thing to translate the Holy Scriptures from their original languages of ... | |
| Jesus | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: As I study the Bible I have learned that God's word is consistent and never changes. The bible ... A: We need to broaden our concept of what the term "God" might or might not refer to. Please read ... | |
| Jehovah | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: Why do you use the name Jehovah? ANSWER: In the book of Exodus chapter 3 verses 15 and 16 --- right ... A: Matthew 4 : 7 Jesus said to him: “Again it is written, ‘You must not put Jehovah your God to the ... | |
| Jehovah | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: Why do you use the name Jehovah? A: In the book of Exodus chapter 3 verses 15 and 16 --- right after Moses asked God the following ... | |
| Jesus is Almight God 3 | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: have you ever thought why Jew kill Jesus for he is son of God ? because Jesus directly call father " ... A: I am sorry for the delay in responding to your question,Here are my thoughts on the points you ... | |
| Jesus is Almight God 3 | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: have you ever thought why Jew kill Jesus for he is son of God ? because Jesus directly call father " ... A: Here are some more of my thoughts on the subject we are discussing : ... | |
| Jesus is Almighty God 2 | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: We have discussed that before in “12-17-80 “Lord Jesus is Almighty God “ Thank again your time, here ... A: I ask this question because i like to know what your Most basic Beliefs are, This way i can talk to ... | |
| Jesus is Almighty God 2 | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: We have discussed that before in “12-17-80 “Lord Jesus is Almighty God “ Thank again your time, here ... A: I am enjoying your questions , May i ask -- What religious organization are you a member of ? Your ... | |
| The Governing Body | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I assume that you believe that the Watchtower (by which I mean the 'Governing Body') remains the ... A: 1. Very interesting but you have not answered the question. Why the change? Also where was the ... | |
| The Governing Body | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I assume that you believe that the Watchtower (by which I mean the 'Governing Body') remains the ... A: 1 In apostolic times a governing body of Christians at Jerusalem directed the work and served as a ... | |
| shunning/disfellowshipping | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: I have read both sides of the argument for and against shunning, as far as the scriptures are ... A: Like i said earlier. We can see love cooling off faster and faster lately .I remember a time in our ... | |
| shunning/disfellowshipping | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I have read both sides of the argument for and against shunning, as far as the scriptures are ... A: Yes disfellowshipping Is for those who turn away from Jehovah and it is a sad occasion when some one ... | |
| The Governing Body | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: I assume that you believe that the Watchtower (by which I mean the 'Governing Body') remains the ... A: Yes I believe the governing Body is the instrument Jehovah uses to direct spiritual affairs .And the ... | |
| Blood | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: Jehovah's Witnesses are allowed to receive blood fractions. I say "allowed" because they really ... A: YOUR FOLLOW UPOkay, the "scholarly" stuff is getting kinda deep here. Let me simplify and see if I ... | |
| shunning/disfellowshipping | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: I have read both sides of the argument for and against shunning, as far as the scriptures are ... A: At 2nd Corinthians --Chapter 2 verses 5 through 11 The apostle paul is addressing just such an ... | |
| cow blood | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: Is it true that cow blood is another alternative for blood transfussion? A: This is something i can not comment on with certainty , I have seen articles in magazines that would ... | |
| Blood | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: Jehovah's Witnesses are allowed to receive blood fractions. I say "allowed" because they really ... A: Jehovah made a covenant with Noah following the Flood, and included therein was this command: (( ... | |
| 144,000/hell | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I am having the hardest time getting a very clear answer about these topics. I am confused as to ... A: So glad to hear you are studying the bible ,Keep it up-- you are on the road to life.-----As for ... | |
| Blood | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: Jehovah's Witnesses are allowed to receive blood fractions. I say "allowed" because they really ... A: I think it is necessary -- in order to properly answer your question that i cover some very ... | |
| paradise earth | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: are works neccesary to get to pradise earth??? A: A MAN once asked Jesus: “Lord, are those who are being saved few?” How did Jesus reply? Did he say: ... | |
| Birthdays? | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: Where in the bible does it say it is unholy or sinnful to ackknowlegde someones birthday?? Is it ... A: We do not celebrate birthdays because Jehovahs witnesses respect the Word of God and are keenly ... | |
| Birthdays? | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: Where in the bible does it say it is unholy or sinnful to ackknowlegde someones birthday?? Is it ... A: The Bible tells about two birthday parties.Both of these birthday parties were for men who did not ... | |
| JW's | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I have been reading various articles and books of the JW's and I am still not convinced regarding ... A: The Bible itself speaks of ‘falling asleep in death.’ (Psalm 13:3) Prior to resurrecting his ... | |
| New World Translation | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: I am wondering where the witness version of the bible originated from. I have read a lot about ... A: I apologize for the delay -- I was hit with the ice storm and still do not have power . I am on a ... | |
| adam | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: h,i on one of the add's for your site it says, questions answered? but i cannot find any such line, ... A: I apologize for the delay -- I was hit with the ice storm and still do not have power . I managed to ... | |
| 144,000 | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: Conservative estimates put the number of original Christians during the life the the first apostles ... A: Based on scripture ---- The gathering of the 144,000 was spread over a lot of years --.beginning ... | |
| What's an honest guy to do? | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a book at the bookstore after thumbing through it and finding it interesting. When I got ... A: In all honesty ? --- I think not. I am sure the book did not promise that every sentence would give ... | |
| 144,000 | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: Conservative estimates put the number of original Christians during the life the the first apostles ... A: Because our first parents rejected God’s law when they disobeyed his command not to eat of the tree, ... | |
| Resurrection | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I read the following answer from AllEperts regarding resurrections: "So, to recap, we understand the ... A: To begin -- And this is a very shallow explanation --- The Bible talks about a first and second ... | |
| The Father and Son's Personal Names | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: www.yrm.org Surprising Facts Did you know that your Heavenly Father has a personal Name? ... A: Jehovah’s Witnesses believe in Almighty God, Jehovah, Creator of the heavens and the earth. The very ... | |
| The lawless one | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: When the bible speaks of the man without laws are they refering to satan or is he a totally ... A: AT REVELATION 18:4.we are given a stern warning---------- “Get out of her, my people, if you ... | |
| LORD JESUS IS ALMIGHT GOD | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: My dear brother JWs, Sorry for my English is not good, me and my family have worshiped Buddha ... A: Your English is very good. Thank you for your question . here is my response taken from the Bible . ... | |
| righteousness | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: Spears, I have a question for you if you have time. Here are 2 quotes from Watchtower magazines. ... A: It is my understanding that the sealing of the anointed was completed in 1931==1935 However ,That ... | |
| Jehovah's Witnesses who are cremated | 12/14/2008 |
| Q: My father just passed away and he wanted to be cremated. I am concerned about him living in ... A: The Bible shows that it matters not whether a dead body is returned to dust rapidly by fire or ... | |
| The almighty God, and Jesus | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: Genesis 17:1 When A´bram got to be ninety-nine years old, then Jehovah appeared to A´bram and said ... A: (Genesis 17:1) When A′bram got to be ninety-nine years old, then Jehovah appeared to ... | |
| The almighty God, and Jesus | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: Genesis 17:1 When A´bram got to be ninety-nine years old, then Jehovah appeared to A´bram and said ... A: Jehovah Could not appear personally to mere men .Just think how awesome his appearance would be ,One ... | |
| Willful Sin | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: my name is Josh and I am terrified that I am not able to be forgiven. I wish I could take back all ... A: God determines whether we have committed an unforgivable sin, (Psalm 51:11) If we are deeply ... | |
| Non-JW wedding guest | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I am a non-JW and I may be attending a JW wedding in January. I have a couple of questions for ... A: My advice is based solely on the advice we find in the bible . At 1st Timothy 2:8 The apostle Paul ... | |
| my husband the jw. | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: My husband is a born and raised jw but has not been practicing for years and recently returned back ... A: If i am to give information on this subject , And i am happy to do so . Both you and your husband ... | |
| Scriptures on why satan can't read out minds | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I was told by a brother of JW's that satan cannot read our thoughts. Is there a scripture to back ... A: THE location was an upper chamber in Jerusalem. Present were 120 of Christ’s followers including ... | |
| concern | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: if you are truly a witness you would not be on this website giving out informantion. is it not rue ... A: There are people that visit this website who are sincerely looking for scriptual information.The ... | |
| More info on holidays | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I read your recent posting on Christmas - very interesting! I think many people today do see that ... A: many holidays and the customs associated with them have a non-Christian religious background. It is ... | |
| was sex the sin Adam and Eve commited? | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: When the Bible refer to the forbiden Fruitthe book of knowldge. what did He mean?is it not sex that ... A: When i said a command was given to the couple --- “Be fruitful, multiply, fill the earth,” I was ... | |
| Celebration of Christmas | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: When the Bible refer to the forbiden Fruitthe book of knowldge. what did He mean?is it not sex that ... A: Holidays are something we certainly need to think about , The bible tell us that "the whole world is ... | |
| was sex the sin Adam and Eve commited? | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: When the Bible refer to the forbiden Fruitthe book of knowldge. what did He mean?is it not sex that ... A: Let us review just a bit --- A grand prospect lay before Eve and her husband Adam. This was to ... | |
| regeneration | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: my question is pretty foward. are you a child of jehovah?keep in mind by being a child of GOD , ... A: I am happy to answer this question however i need more time than is available on this site. May we ... | |
| regeneration | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: my question is pretty foward. are you a child of jehovah?keep in mind by being a child of GOD , ... A: First of all, as to the born again issue JESUS himself introduced the idea of being “born again.” It ... | |
| John 1:1 and 2 Corinthians 1:3 | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: Spears, I was confused as to why in John 1:1 in the New World Translation it refers to the Word ... A: If i miss the point here please post the question again . I am not sure what you are asking for. ... | |
| Lost | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: You said you do not understand my question so let me make it clear. Do you realize that you are lost ... A: I certainly appreciate your concern for my spiritual well being. rest assured . I accept no teaching ... | |
| Lost | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: You said you do not understand my question so let me make it clear. Do you realize that you are lost ... A: WOW!I get bashed every now and then. But you --- My friend , lowered the boom big time.I am very ... | |
| How Love Can Conquer the Fear of Man | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: I was just wondering how can I present a talk answering the question "How Love Can Conquer the Fear ... A: I found the following information in Feb 1955 and April 1974 W/T Hopefully this will help build your ... | |
| Jesus' Command | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I have one more important question for you about your religion: In Jn 6:51, Jesus says that a person ... A: I feel that this is a very important question and i intend to give a lot of attention .Time here is ... | |
| One God | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: Here is anotherJohn 1:1 in the New World Translation says that the "Word" is "a god". In Isaiah 9:6, ... A: The Holy scriptures show that the "Word" was Gods agent through whom all other things came into ... | |
| Worship vs. Obeisance | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I have several questions, but I will ask them one at a time, so that you can better focus on each ... A: Good Morning , I will attempt to answer your First question . The act of bowing, kneeling, ... | |
| Garden curse and the flood | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: Please quote me the book, chapter, and verse where it says that the flood did away with the original ... A: The first curse employed was, logically, at the time of the rebellion of ADAM and EVE and was ... | |
| Cross or Stake? | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: My question is: How can you believe that Jesus died on a stake when Thomas said that Jesus was ... A: There are two Greek words used for the executional instrument on which Christ died—staurós and ... | |
| God command of killing | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: An Atheist asked me if your God Jesus is love and love us then why He command Saul to killed every ... A: Are you saying that an atheist asked you this question ? Or are you yourself doubtful of the ... | |
| God command of killing | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: An Atheist asked me if your God Jesus is love and love us then why He command Saul to killed every ... A: Jehovah is indeed a god of love . Jesus is gods son .they are not the same or equal in power . ... | |
| motivation | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: I am also a Jehovah's Witness. I was raised in that since I was born in 1993.I really want to start ... A: Jesus identified the greatest of all commands when he stated that we ‘must love Jehovah with our ... | |
| JW Celebrate | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: Is the Memorial the only thing that JW's celebrate? When is it, and what activities do JW's partake ... A: I would call it a very spiritual atmosphere . after prayer and a talk on the purpose of the Memorial ... | |
| JW Celebrate | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: Is the Memorial the only thing that JW's celebrate? When is it, and what activities do JW's partake ... A: Is the Memorial the only thing that JW's celebrate? When is it, and what activities do JW's partake ... | |
| Babylonian kings during Jewish exile | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: Who were the Babylonian kings during the Jewish exile in Babylon and how long did they rule for ... A: Nebuchadnezzar, the king of the Babylonian Empire effectively become world ruler in 607 B.C.E., when ... | |
| churches | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: Why do Witnesses refuse to enter churches? A: “Be filled with the accurate knowledge of his will . . . to the end of fully pleasing him.”—Col. ... | |
| 1 Cor 14:33-36 | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: Good morning and thanks for being willing to take questions and provide answers. last night in ... A: Sorry for the delay.-----Paul’s instruction for women to keep silent appears three times in ... | |
| dating an unbeliever..in a sense | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: Simply put this is my first relationship in this situation i always stayed away from the unevenly ... A: I realize,From experience, this is a tough situation to be in.My present Daughter in law , --- who ... | |
| Is Jesus God? | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: What's is your opinion? Thanks and Blessed Be Sara Lee A: JESUS never claimed to be God. Everything he said about himself indicates that he did not consider ... | |
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I have been a student of the Bible since 1974 and a witness for 18 Years.I do not wish to be considered an Expert in this category because I, like everyone else will never cease to learn.However answering questions is here is very enjoyable ,Even though some continue trying to discredit me and my Brothers and Sisters. May Jehovah continue to his lovibg support .
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With many years of bible study as a foundation, I enjoy aswering any question that applies to the bible. I like intelligent questions that require sincere answers.I can not answer silly questions.
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34 years of Bible Study
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