Choose your side, Slimboyfat, choose your side. The statement in the footnote appears to ignore the parallel account in Luke 17:26-28: Moreover, just as it occurred in the days of Noah, so it will be also in the days of the Son of man: 27 they were eating, they were drinking, men were marrying, women were being given in marriage, until that day when Noah entered into the ark, and the flood arrived and destroyed them all. THE WATCHTOWERSTUDY EDITION September2019, Share The Jehovah's Witnesses believe that saluting flags, including that of the United States, is tantamount to worshipping a graven image. "it was clearly suggested"? If they keep going the way they do, I see a slow death by a thousand cuts. Aussi ses jours se monteront-ils cent vint ans." To receive everlasting life in the earthly we must identify that organization and serve God as part of it. Time will tell. Yet nothing happened. This means that 0.236% of Jehovah's Witnesses have died of Covid-19, over 4 times higher than the global rate in August 2021 of 0.051%. 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. . 17:3,16) That swift destructionas if in one daywill come as a shock to those who supported her. Fred was half blind, and so am I from studying texts in Hebrew and Greek and writing java code. Now, all they have to do is shift the start date to 1914 and they've got 2034 to look forward to. 6:33; 24:14) It also includes supporting Christs anointed brothers as they care for their weighty responsibilities.Matt. It was also successful. The organization expanded worldwide under these men's leadership, from about 113,000 in 1942 to more than 6 million in 2000. Never did they say, 'These are the words of Jehovah.' It will not arrive in my lifetime (I'm part of Wobble's generation), nor will it occur within the lifetime of anyone who ever lives. jw Second, the area around Megiddo is far too small to hold the kings of the entire inhabited earth and their armies and war machines. 2. Jehovah's Witnesses teaches that Armageddon will start in the year 2034. 2 The Bible shows that the war of Armageddon will save mankind by ending human rule. Jehovah's Witnesses are more convinced than ever before that the end of the world is imminent. As the Bible states, These persons are SELECTED by Jehovah. 11 Replies . 16 Whether we have been in the truth for many years or not, to be saved at Armageddon, we must show that we know God and that we obey the good news about our Lord Jesus. (2Thess. Third, as we will see later in this article, the war of Armageddon will begin when the worlds kings attack Gods people, who are scattered throughout the earth. alan mcgee gemma interview . 7 The proclamation of peace and security precedes Jehovahs day. (Read 1Thessalonians 5:1-6.) -2 Thess. SONG 143 Keep Working, Watching, and Waiting. 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! 2034,that would make my husband 84yrs old.But i thought it was any day now.Same crap,keep the flock in line with death threats no matter how long it takes. It will serve as a signal announcing the great tribulation. No, for the Christian congregation is operated theocratically, meaning that it recognizes the leadership only of Jehovah God as exercised through his Son and enthroned King, Jesus Christ. 2. Every kingdom of earth will pass away, be swallowed up in anarchy." 24:14. Considering that Jehovah's Witnesses have so many rules, one would do well to consider For the entire Law has been fulfilled in one commandment, namely 'You must love your neighbor as yourself.'Galatians 5:14 when reviewing them. (Ps. 18 Gods anointed servants will soon be able to return the kindness shown them by those of the other sheep. (John 10:16) How so? 5:31) At Armageddon, Gods enemies will likewise perish, while those who love God will be saved. 17. And it's as full of "happy" people who love to be fooled as ever. 2:9-11; 1 Cor. Why do they have to go from one extreme to another? One of the biggest problems for the governing body is that 2034 is an awful long time away. Revelation is clear that it is the Kings of the earth versus God. Can I get a witness, a vote, a bundle of cash like a thieving theologian? Jehovah's Witnesses are members of a Christian-based religious movement probably best known for their door-to-door evangelistic work. 8 That will be the foretold proclamation of "peace and security." Why will world leaders say that? Seriously based on the 'overlap' generations definition Armageddon has been pushed back to 2154! Copyright 2001-2015 Jehovah's Witness Discussion Forum | JW.Org Community Information. I am the new Prophet.I am annointed..DAMMIT. At that very moment the 'generation' that will see Armageddon is born Dec 31, 2034 at 11:59 and lives another 120 years thusly it is 'logical evidence' that Armageddon shall commence in 2154. (Luke 21:36) We must also follow up our prayers by studying Gods Word daily and meditating on it, including its amazing prophecies concerning our times. Barak and the prophetess Deborah thanked Jehovah for their miraculous victory. Their organization, being patterned after the first-century Christian congregation, is blessed by Jehovah. It doesn't have to be either/or. Contact. After the destruction of all false religious organizations, Gods people will stand out like a lone tree that survived a fierce storm. 14 True, some expectations that appeared to be backed up by Bible chronology did not materialize at the anticipated time. friends, Ijust ran across this. 5. See also our book: {glossSub (Courier Publications,Revelation Jesus Christs Final Message of Hope; Select Studies from the Apocalypse)}. The fact of the matter is, however, the Watchtower folks concede that Christs application was to the destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans in A.D. 70. This is similar to the view that the disciples had as to the imminence of God's kingdom in their day. Your donation gift(s) are very much appreciated and may qualify as a charitable deduction for federal income tax purposes. The current president is Don Adams. ; p. 99), 1917 "And the mountains were not found. Yes, they have. While I'm not sure they'll make the same mistake they made before, but I would be willing to put some money on it. The Bible says 'their days are seventy or eighty', so Witnesses figured that the end must come around 1994 at the latest. beliefs, Is the Watchtower Predicting The End By 2034 Through Subtle Hints? The second text to which our friends appeal in support of their imminent Armageddon theory is found in Pauls second epistle to Timothy. The WBTS continued through the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, to warn that Armageddon was coming near. As I stated earlier about the account in Luke 17:26-28 referring to the occurrence (event) of the end versus the period of time it would seem that clear thinking would prevent us from trying to attach a length of time of any sort to the presence of Jesus Christ based upon the account in Matthew citied in the article. Their writings are not inspired as are those of Paul and the other Bible writers. ***. and the award for longest subject title for a thread goes to What about 1931+120? The apostle writes: But know this, that in the last days grievous times shall come. 15 " Be on the watch for the false prophets that come to YOU in sheep's covering, but inside they are ravenous wolves. 38:23) Yes, Armageddon is good news for those who know God, obey his Son, and endure to the end.Matt. 4. Then, at Armageddon, he will destroy the rest of Satans world, including its political, military, and commercial systems. Progressive Humanist Civilization or medieval superstitious totalitarianism? No more than four-in-ten members of the group belong to any one racial and ethnic background: 36% are white, 32% are Hispanic, 27% are black and 6% are another race or mixed race. The torrent of Kishon washed them away.Judg. ***. Do Jehovah?s Witnesses claim to be a prophet of Jehovah? This organization has all the earmarks of just being run by men acting on their own decisions concerning doctrine & policy. Moreover, the need to revise our understanding somewhat does not make us false prophets or change the fact that we are living in "the last days," soon to experience the "great tribulation" that will pave the way for the earthly Paradise. rutus produceremus solvendus domino pingit emittetis in Hebrew Gematria equals 3532: r 80 u 200 t 100 u 200 s 90 0 p 60 r 80 o 50 d 4 u 200 c 3 e 5 r 80 e 5 m 30 u 200 s 90 0 s 90 o 50 l 20 v 700 e 5 n 40 d 4 u 200 s 90 0 d 4 o 50 m 30 i 9 n 40 o 50 0 p 60 i 9 n 40 g 7 i 9 t 100 0 e 5 m 30 i 9 t 100 t 100 e 5 t 100 i 9 s in Hebrew Gematria equals 3532: r 80 u 200 t 100 . 85 PICTURE DESCRIPTION: Policemen get ready to force their way into the home of a Christian family who trust that Jesus and his angels are aware of what is happening. Either you are "over-eagar" OR you are "spiritually asleep.". The memory of 1975 is still too fresh for many, and they know their critics (us) will quickly sieze upon such mistakes. Not at all. Why did God connect his final great war with Megiddo? Even then, the governing body will have a challenge in convincing ordinary Witnesses to hang around until then. Never in these instances, however, did they presume to originate predictions 'in the name of Jehovah.' (Ezek. 7. 10. THE SUPREME COURT STILL INTERPRETS, thank God; and Christ Jesus, the Court?s official mouthpiece of interpretation, reserves to himself that office as head of Jehovah?s ?faithful and wise servant? Per Jehovah's Witnesses' theology, Armageddon is preceded by a period of time known as "the great tribulation.". Now, all they have to do is shift the start date to 1914 and they've got 2034 to look forward to. Yes, the survivors will be absolutely right when they proclaim, "Jehovah God, the Almighty, true and righteous are your judicial decisions."Rev. 18:4) They have also worked hard to help others flee from her. While there may be some complimentary things that could be said of these obviously sincere people (their evangelistic energy level is admirable), prophetic accuracy is not among them. You would likely increase cash flow. (The Finished Mystery, 1917, p. 404), 1920 'we may expect 1925 to witness the return of these faithful men of from the condition of death, being resurrected' (Millions Now Living Will Never Die, 1920, p. 88), 1920 'Therefore we may confidently expect that 1925 will mark the return of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and the faithful prophets of old' (Millions Now Living Will Never Die, 1920, p. 89-90), 1922 "The indisputable facts, therefore, show that the "time of the end" began in 1799; that the Lord's second presence began in 1874." (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." They can either come out with the date soon in the hope of short-term gains - or they can keep it under their hat until the mid-2020s. The Bible tells us about a most unusual proclamation. Are There Signs of the Second Coming of Christ? latest when would they say their 144,000 would come from. Unlike Jews, Sinti and Roma (" Gypsies "), and others persecuted and killed by virtue of their birth, Jehovah's Witnesses had the opportunity to escape . . Can you post the appropriate segment of the French version? We should have confidence in the channel God is using . (Acts 1:6; compare Luke 19:11; 24:21.) Most Jehovah's Witnesses - roughly two-thirds (65%) - are . I am sure that, based on the Watchtower articles I have referred to above, you have no intent of providing a possible means for the calculation of a date for Armageddon. The nations have not yet had the opportunity to have a world government without the interference of religious institutions present. In what way will Christs anointed brothers be able to return the kindness shown them? 4 Why did Jehovah connect the final great war with Megiddo? God feeds his own people, and surely God uses those who love and serve him according to his own will. That great historical event took place in the year 1914, conclusive proof concerning this having already appeared in the . PRIVACY POLICY Even the republics will disappear in the fall of 1920. "The year 1940 is certain to be the most important year yet, because Armageddon is very near. (2 Tim. Never did they say, 'These are the words of Jehovah. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBYGp5gD-oo&feature=related. For one thing, among Witnesses, the generation idea had a lot more credibility than the 1975 chronology. But is it not preferrable to make some mistakes because of 'over-eagerness' to see God's purposes accomplished then to be spiritually asleep as to the fulfillment of Bible prophecy . That is the interesting part. Back in the 1960s there was, seemingly, a brief period of relaxation in authoritarianism among Jehovah's Witnesses. More important, imagine how profoundly happy you will be when Gods name and sovereignty have been fully vindicated! In this article, we discuss what Armageddon is, what events will lead up to it, and how we can remain faithful as the end draws near. Despite our trials, how can we remain faithful as Armageddon draws near? 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. Jehovah's Witnesses Sources of Authority for God has on earth today a prophetlike organization , Jehovah's anointed witnesses on earth. (a)What does the word Armageddon mean? http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Oracle/9941/succeed_fail1.html. Armageddon meaning jehovah witness. 37:2337-Minute Listen. Note: The tribes of Dan and Ephraim are not included in this list because Dan was guilty of idolatry at Leviticus 24:11; Judges 18:1, 30; and 1 Kings 12:28-30 and Ephraim guilty of idolatry at Hosea 4:17 and Judges 17. (a)How do we show that we know God? Jehovah's Witnesses - for indeed, it is they - are stepping up their presence in city centres across the UK in an effort to attract converts to a church that claims more than 8 million . Maybe the fix for posts being cut off got applied to the topic titles as well. This works for the current GB as some of them will be . Jehovah's Witnesses originated as a branch of the Bible Student movement, which developed in the United States in the 1870s among followers of Christian restorationist minister Charles Taze Russell.Bible Student missionaries were sent to England in 1881 and the first overseas branch was opened in London in 1900. What was missing? 16:16. 4:18)"February 15, 1981, page 19. Should we use these accounts in Matthew and Luke to indicate an extended period of time of the presence of Jesus Christ? You would think that somebody who had the absolute truth would have a track record of at least having absolute truth for some amount of time, before they had to change it. Good, I'll be too old to give a damn anyway. Megiddo was a city in ancient Israel. Figures increased greatly leading up to 1975 and there was great expectation. A plane carrying five Jehovah's Witness ministers crashed Saturday, killing all aboard, officials said. Possibly. The general warnings about the nearness of the end, no matter how strongly they are worded, will simply not have the same impact as a definite prediction. Their strength will be in keeping calm and showing trust in Jehovah and his heavenly armies.Isa. She suggested it would come in 1999. All his enemies will be destroyed. The leaders of the Watchtower Organization have long taught their members that THEY, and THEY, alone, are "appointed by Jesus" to dispense His truth, or, as it is put to the rank-and-file, "spiritual food," and that if a Jehovah's Witness does not follow the teachings of the Watchtower, and remain "faithful" to the Watchtower Organization, they are "going against God and His . 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. Isn't it wonderful brothers that we can prove the pagan Mayan long count cycle that ends in 2012 is wrong, therefore it must be Satan's influence we see in the Mayan calendar. 1986 June 8 p.9 "Would That All Were Prophets!" "The 'slave' class has served as God's sole collective channel for the flow of Biblical truth to men on earth. Sadly, this trend is affecting Jehovah's Witnesses around the world. Jesus statement helps to correct the wrong idea conveyed in the way some Bible versions mistranslate the word presence. Some translations render it coming, advent, or return, all of which imply a momentary event in time. latest But Scott Terry, a former Jehovah's Witness for 14 years and author of Cowboys, Armageddon, and The Truth: How a Gay Child Was Saved from Religion, believes that a widespread apathy towards door . Because of our eagerness, we have hoped for the new system earlier than Jehovah's timetable has called for it. Even the Watchtowers Kingdom Interlinear Translation of the Greek Scriptures acknowledges the force of the original text by this rendition of the term apotrepou, and these be turning yourself away from.. (Josh. (Hebrews 11:7) What about us? Fred Franz was allowed to write his prediction about 1975 in the "Life Everlasting" book. The Greek word used in Luke for occurred (ginomai) speaks to a happening, and more specifically the context reveals a happening within the days of Noah, the event rather than the days being the primary discussion as is seen in Thayer's Lexicon Definitions: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. I'm the guy for the job! Armageddon: The Next of the Left-Behind Series, The English Standard Version and Micah 5:2, Be Confident of Your Salvation Studies in 1 John (Part 2). 77:12) These activities, along with a full share in the ministry, will keep our faith strong and our hope alive! Institute tithing at some point so they can reasonably budget and make a go of it. 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. Some Dubs believed the year 2000 would not arrive before Armageddon. 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. . Had not the society stated it in certain terms (unlike the 1975 date on which they were wishy washy)? The Society is adding a 120 years to the 1914 date to come up with the hinted date of 2034. This does not signify that the faithful remnant or society of Jehovah?s anointed witnesses are an earthly tribunal of interpretation, delegated to interpret the Scriptures and its prophecies. The man . 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 ? But, I am fearfully confident that many others will do so and this will be a question many will ask. Coming? Jehovah's Witnesses. For practically the first time in their 120 year history Witnesses had no date to work work towards, no reasonable time frame in which to place their expectations. They were so specific about this prediction, that they narrowed . Copyright 2001-2015 Jehovah's Witness Discussion Forum | JW.Org Community Information. . 'He that does the will of God remains forever,' states the Bible. (Prov. 70 Replies The ten horns represent the current political powers supporting that organization. 17:11) But Armageddon does not refer to any literal place on earth. Do Jehovah?s Witnesses claim that Jehovah God speaks through them? (August 15, 1950, page 263) "The brothers preparing these publications are not infallible. Jesus will hurl him and his demons into an abyss, where they will be locked away for a thousand years.Rev. (The Watchtower, March 1, 1922), 1922 '1914 ended the Gentile TimesThe date 1925 is even more distinctly indicated by the Scripturesby then the great crisis will be reached and probably passed' (Watchtower Sept. 1, 1922, p. 262), 1923 '1925 is definitely settled by the Scripturesthe Christian has much more upon which to base his faith than Noah had (so far as the Scriptures reveal) upon which to base his faith in the coming deluge' (Watchtower April 1, 1923, p. 106), 1925 "The difficulty was that the friends inflated their imaginations beyond reason; and that when their imaginations burst asunder, they were inclined to throw away everything." They proudly bear his name, and they have obeyed his command to flee from Babylon the Great. Notice, though, that Jesus did not liken his presence to the Flood of Noahs day, an event in time, but to the days of Noah, a climatic period of time. www.opendialoguemediations.com. (see earlier thread) That is not so easy to call. jehovah's witnesses armageddon 2034cars for sale under $1,000 in orange county. How many religions have voluntarily "ceased operations/closed for business"? 11:3; Acts 14:23. 202-203 ***. View Rude Words. 16:5-7; 19:1, 2. 1989 Jehovah?s prophetic word through Christ Jesus is: ?This generation [of 1914] will by no means pass away until all things occur.? *** 14 True, some expectations that appeared to be backed up by Bible chronology did not materialize at the anticipated time. (b)Why will this be a dangerous lie? cit., p. 31). 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; class. He has prospered their work of preaching "this good news of the kingdom" in 194 different lands to date.
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