Congregation
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How can 11 men have so much influence over 9 million Jehovah’s Witnesses?
The short answer is: they can’t, unless those 9 million people grant them authority in some form. The power of major religious, political, or social movements relies heavily on the support of their followers. This support can be expressed in various ways, such as loud cheers or even a quiet agreement influenced by outside factors.…
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DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THE DELINQUENT CONGREGATIONS LIST?
IF YOU DON’T PAY, YOU’RE PUT ON THE DELINQUENT CONGREGATIONS LIST! Yes, you read that right. It’s just like failing to pay your electric bill or your bank loan: JWorg puts congregations on a delinquent “debtor” list. While they claim they don’t “pass the plate” because? Plates are for amateurs. They have installed a per-head…
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Discipline in the Church
A Look at Matthew 18:15-17 Discipline in the Church In Matthew 18, Jesus talks to His followers about how to deal with conflicts and offenses among the community of believers. He really emphasizes the importance of humility and forgiveness. 15 “Moreover if your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him…