We can give you 144,000 reasons why overlapping generations aren't a thing. Each week features a look at subjects, experiences and observations from the world of Jehovah's Witnesses, all through the eyes of a former elder who was raised as a JW in the 70's & 80's. Lots of laughs and even some tears. Beards allowed, leave your head coverings at the door. Bring a cheese danish.
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Jehovah's Witnesses Are Told to Avoid Nostalgia and the Past!
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses has a new video on their website featuring counsel to avoid being nostalgic about the past. For a little under nine minutes, 'god's organization' ironically digs into the PAST to counsel their people about not looking... into the past. Misapplying an ancient book known as the Bible... and citing things like…
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2024 October JW Broadcasting: Obey the Governing Body & Jesus Goes Country!
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This month's spiritual feast includes reminders to not give up, the end is almost here; obey the Governing Body even when it makes no senses... and Jesus breaks out the cowboy boots and flannel in his latest music video to the masses. Park your tractors, bring your dog... and listen in! TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast…
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Highlights From the 2024 Annual Meeting of Jehovah's Witnesses: New Kings!
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With Armageddon imminent, Jehovah's Witnesses are adding to Jesus' royal court on earth with two new king/priests; the Governing Body is lowering age restrictions for their free labor program and a reminder that they have their own museum in Patterson, New York! TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast…
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Should You Try to 'Wake Up' an Elderly Jehovah's Witness?
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When someone leaves Jehovah's Witnesses they are left with the pain of knowing those they love, including elderly parents, are still trapped under the spell of the Governing Body. Should you try to wake an older one up to the truth about 'the truth?' What are the ramifications of learning it's all a lie for someone advanced in age? It's a complex d…
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Jehovah's Witnesses & Music: A Historical Look at Rock, Disco, Song Books & More!
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses recognize the power of music. Listen in as we take a journey through their wise counsel regarding music, including rock, disco and rap... as well as a look at their own musical masterpieces captured in their song books. No bees were molested during this episode. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingpar…
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September 2024 JW Broadcasting: Jehovah Personally Helps the Disadvantaged?!
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Tune in as the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses gaslights planet earth by claiming Jehovah springs into action to protect disadvantaged people, including children. King Jeffrey Winder also explains what each of us can do... and how the Almighty is now 'indebted' to we humans that show kindness to others. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: surviv…
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The Governing Body Endorses Lying & Why Jehovah's Witnesses Should Care
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Despite the Bible being very clear on lying, the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses encourages dishonesty when it serves them or the organization. They call it 'theocratic warfare strategy.' We tackle the details of what it means to lie for Jehovah and why anyone associated with the ‘religion’ should care. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: surviv…
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Jehovah's Witnesses Create New Asset Management Companies to Grow Jesus' Money!
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With mankind on the clock, the Irish Independent has published the news that the Jehovah's Witnesses have set up three new asset based management companies in Ireland. With billions in assets and Armageddon imminent, god's only 'true' organization has taken time off from saving lives to ensure their finances will grow well into the future. Who bene…
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Why Didn't Jehovah Stop the Holocaust? The Governing Body Answers!
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Jehovah's Witnesses are familiar with Bible accounts of God rescuing his faithful servants. So how does he choose who to save and who not to? The Governing Body attempts to explain the tragic events of the Holocaust and why Jehovah sat that one out. Their 'explanation' raises more than a few questions. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingpara…
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Jesus Wants Jehovah's Witnesses to 'Study' a Children's Book?
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses, otherwise known as the 'faithful & discreet slave,' want their people to consider the 'deep things of God' during these never ending 'last days.' According to the nine kings in upstate New York, Jesus wants Witnesses to study a children's book as part of their spiritual feeding program, beginning in July 2…
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Do Jehovah's Witnesses Prey on Vulnerable People?
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses has long taught their followers that they should look for every opportunity to share their message of coming destruction, with an option to choose paradise. Like a lion hunting... or a good MLM, publishers are taught to capitalize on any moment of vulnerability in an unsuspecting person they encounter. TWIT…
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2024 Convention of Jehovah's Witnesses: "Armageddon is Good News!"
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The final talk of the 2024 "Declare the Good News" Convention of Jehovah's Witnesses features a talk telling us that a worldwide genocide of every man, woman and child that doesn't loyally follow the Governing Body, is 'good news'... along with the reminder that we are still in the end of the last days, and no one should relax! Is this what you con…
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2024 Jehovah's Witness Convention: The 'Best People on Earth' on College, Careers & Dating
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It's summertime and that means the annual Convention of Jehovah's Witnesses is here! This year, Saturday features a talk to 'young people' claiming the Governing Body are the 'best people on earth' and why college is bad, careers are 'toxic' and tips for sisters on how to pick a good brother for marriage! TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingp…
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Do Jehovah's Witnesses REALLY Care About Families?
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The Governing Body has a lot to say about how much they value family. Books, magazines, videos, cartoons telling us all how to have a happy family life by means of the Bible. But how are families treated inside Jehovah's Witnesses? Does the sanctity and health of your family come above all else in 'god's organization?' TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGR…
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Jehovah's Witnesses & "Motivated Forgetting" Theory: How They Dismiss Lost Souls of the Past
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As Jehovah's Witnesses celebrate recent changes to 'god's organization' why don't they put more thought to the millions of people who came before them and were obeying teachings that were, in the least, wrong... and at the most, designed lies. Does 'new light' in 2024 make up for decades of how 'old light' negatively impacted the lives of Witnesses…
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2024 August Watchtower: Jehovah's Chariot Changes Direction on Disfellowshipping, Marking & more!
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The Governing Body has been asserting control over Jehovah's Witnesses since installing the disfellowshipping arrangement in the 1950's. Losing their religious status... and millions of dollars in handouts in several countries, has led Jehovah to pull the emergency brake on his chariot and change direction. We take a closer look at the 2024 August …
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Jehovah's Witnesses Greatest Hits Vol. III: Supporting Evil Dictators and Adam's 'Urges' Explained!
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We reach deep into the Jehovah's Witness historical grab bag to look at how Jesus' handpicked guy in New York voiced his tacit support for a certain German dictator's ideologies, as well as a closer look at the first man Adam's journey from lonely bachelor, surrounded by animals, to his first date with Eve. There are a few 'surprises!' TWITTER: @ex…
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Angels: The Invisible Superheroes of the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses
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Move over Ironman, Deadpool and Storm... Jehovah's Witnesses have the REAL superheroes. The 2024 convention season is here... and the real, invisible superheroes hovering above each book cart are back in the spotlight! We look at the long history of the winged, white males that helped Noah gather two kangaroos and guided that new unbaptized publish…
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The Dysfunctional World of Sex Inside Jehovah's Witnesses
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses invite themselves into your bedroom by instructing grown, consenting adults how they can touch each other. Their teachings on sex range from hilarious, to soul crushing, by claiming an ancient book filled with sexual depravity should be our guide when our clothes come off. Touching yourself is off limits, e…
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The Governing Body & Stress: 'Refreshing' Counsel for Jehovah's Witnesses
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Jesus Christ of the Bible invited people to seek him out for refreshment. What do we find when we examine the lifestyle of a Jehovah's Witness? Less stress? We take a look at the Governing Body's advice on managing stress... and how it impacts those inside Jesus' 'organization.' TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast…
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The Governing Body Asks Jehovah's Witnesses: "Is Telling the Truth Important?"
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses are the most 'honest' men in all the universe, just ask them. This week they produced an article entitled "Is Truth Important Anymore?" Taking a brief look at their history, should they be commenting on 'truth?' What do we find when we examine the organization they call 'the Truth?' TWITTER: @exjwpodcast IN…
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Blinded by the Light: Why Can't Jehovah's Witnesses See the Obvious?
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Do you love someone trapped inside ‘the truth?’ With all the recent changes inside Jehovah’s Witnesses, many wonder why they can’t see the obvious: the ‘organization’ is a man-made cult. The answers are complex. We explore several reasons why good people can’t see what is being done to them… and how we can help. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: sur…
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Governing Body Fantasy: Do Governments Fear Jehovah's Witnesses and Book Carts?
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In a recent 'dramatic Bible reading,' on Jesus' website, the Governing Body is reminding world governments that Revelation is all about them... and that they're on notice! Despite 110 armed conflicts happening on earth today, world leaders are most concerned with nine guys in upstate New York, their book carts and their inauguration as kings. It's …
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Insulting Jehovah's Witnesses: Highlights from Governing Body Update #3 & May 2024 JW Broadcasting
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In Governing Body Update #3 Jesus directs his guys in New York to clarify his recent fashion changes... because the ‘Great Teacher’ has been struggling with clear communication lately. Not to be outdone, a Governing Body helper reminds Jehovah’s Witnesses that they are all ‘sheep’… without putting any thought to how a sheep’s story ends… or uh, did…
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Gaslighting Jehovah's Witnesses: 'The Governing Body Never Lies?'
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In a recent JW Broadcast, Brother Gary Breaux assured the universe that the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses 'never lies' and 'we can trust them.' Let's do some fact checking. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcastBy Surviving Paradise
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Jehovah's Witnesses on Foreknowledge & Predestination: Back to the Future?
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses wants you to believe that God is omniscient and omnipotent. They teach millions that he wields his power over space and time selectively, much like choosing you're favorite Spotify play list... and that creates many questions. Let's dive into the unexplainable... including how his ambivalence influences 'fr…
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How Jehovah's Witnesses Appeal to 'Ego': Privileges, Title Chasing & more!
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All people want to be seen, heard ... and loved. The human ego is essential to a healthy life. However, with a quick look at their history, it's easy to see that the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses have found ways to manipulate the egos of over eight million people. How do they do it? We take a look at the subtle programming utilized by the n…
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Holy Spirit Has a Shelf Life - Will the Governing Body Scrub the Watchtower Library?
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How long before the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses begins to revise history and limit access to their past nuggets of 'holy spirit?' The Watchtower Online Library contains hidden treasures that are available to all! But with recent court losses and their desire to trap younger generations, will they scrub some of their stupidity of the past?…
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Predicting the Next Three 'New Light' Changes in Jehovah's Witnesses!
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses have been very busy receiving 'new light.' from Jesus Christ. It's a pattern. What will they change next? We predict the next three changes in 'god's organization'... and how it will impact future citizens of paradise. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast…
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Jesus' Priorities For Jehovah's Witnesses: Women's Pants, Neckties & How to Shun
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Governing Body Update #2 gave us a glimpse into the mind of King Jesus Christ of Jehovah's Witnesses. Taking time out of his imminent plans to kill everyone who disagrees with his nine guys in upstate New York, he has informed the universe that 'his people' can now greet disfellowshipped people. Not to be overlooked is that the sisters can now toss…
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Answers vary. But why not let the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses answer that question for themselves? As it turns out, they've had a lot to say about what makes a cult. We take a look at THEIR definition of a 'cult' from their own literature, allegedly written under the direction of holy spirit. Their answer may surprise you. TWITTER: @exjwp…
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Are Jehovah's Witnesses Being Manipulated?
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Many wonder how Jehovah's Witnesses can't see the obvious: that the Governing Body is manipulating their minds. When a person breaks free from 'the truth,' they are often angry at being duped. We look at how the nine guys in upstate New York and their predecessors have been doing it for over a century... and why it works. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INST…
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'Unbelieving Mates' Dishonest Intent, Horrifying Counsel & more!
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Nothing is off limits to the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses... and that includes your unbaptized mate. What does that look like for the Witness and their unknowing spouse? Both parties suffer. We take a look at decades of counsel from the 'faithful & discreet slave' that ranges from dishonest... to deadly. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: su…
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Has Jehovah Always Had an Organization? Is 'Noah's Ark' Sinking?
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses claim that god has always had a visible 'organization' here on the earth. They claim the history of their organization goes back to Adam & Eve, that Noah's Ark is an ancient symbol for their printing and real estate empire... and all of this despite centuries where no one can prove an organization existed. …
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The Strange World of 'Forgiveness' Inside Jehovah's Witnesses
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To forgive is divine... nowhere should that be more evident than inside the 'best and happiest people on earth,' Jehovah's Witnesses. But does the culture encourage forgiveness? How do you get Jehovah's forgiveness? What does it look like to forgive someone inside the organization? TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast…
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How Leaving 'The Fantasy' Behind Impacts a Jehovah's Witness
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The entire life of a Jehovah's Witness is based on a fantasy created by Judge Joe Rutherford in 1935 that includes witnessing people they love resurrected and living together forever on a paradise earth. But what happens when they realize it's a lie? What's the impact emotionally? How do they face the rest of their lives? TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INST…
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What's Wrong With Being a Jehovah's Witness? Can I Fake It?
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Once you know something is wrong, a Jehovah’s Witness faces complex questions about their future. What should they do? Can they fake it? Can they live an authentic life ‘under the radar?’ A few things to consider… TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcastBy Surviving Paradise
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When it Comes to 'Doomsday' Jehovah's Version is Best!
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses wants us all to know that they're not a 'doomsday cult'... even as they base the entire religion on an earth wide destruction that features the forces of nature, including a flesh eating scourge. Who takes the lead in this event? Them. Listen in on decades of proof that the entire 'religion' points to a....…
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"Prayer"- Does Jehovah Send Us to Voicemail?
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Prayer is arguably the most personal of all Jehovah's Witness habits. But the act of prayer, as taught by the Governing Body, comes with a long list of questions, including a few regarding Jehovah's character... and how effective it is as a form of intimate communication. Join us as we take a look at prayer, as taught by Jehovah's Witnesses. TWITTE…
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How Do Jehovah's Witnesses View Secrets?
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Can you keep a secret? Jehovah's Witnesses have lots of them... and it starts at the top with Jehovah himself. The Governing Body claims that true religion has no secrecy, even as they shell out millions of dollars to keep their secrets hidden from the world. We take a look at the history of secrecy inside the organization they call 'the truth.' TW…
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Jehovah's Witnesses Greatest Hits Volume II: Sneezing, Charity & Bathroom Breaks
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses claim to be the 'voice of Jesus Christ' and the only true source of wisdom. With a long history of 'interesting' counsel, join us for our second installment of their Greatest Hits grab bag where we tackle what to say when you have boogers, how not to drink beverages and why charity is a big 'no-no' in 'god'…
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Shepherds That Don't Shepherd? Why Congregation Elders Fail Jehovah's Witnesses
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In their own words, Jehovah's Witness elders are portrayed as shepherds and healers who are consumed with knowing and nurturing each member of the congregation. However, few Witnesses seem to have that experience. Are elders dependable protectors of God's sheep? We take a look... TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast…
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Jehovah's Witnesses & Beards: Millions Now Living Will Never Shave!
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In a Friday news dump on December 15, 2023, the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses relayed a message from heaven, giving men permission to grow hair on their faces. After almost a century of telling men how to suppress their hair follicles, they will now sport a new style as they remind the rest of us that we are in year 110 of the 'last days.' …
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2023 Jehovah's Witnesses Year in Review: When Paradise Burns!
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Move over 1914, 1919 and 1975! 2023 was a historic year for Jesus and his Governing Body in upstate New York! We take a look at a few of the highlights that made year 109 of the 'Last Day's' one to remember! TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcastBy Surviving Paradise
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Leaving Jehovah's Witnesses? The Only Promise You Need to Consider
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Despite claims to the contrary, many Jehovah’s Witness that leave the ‘organization’ continue to hold onto Christian beliefs. They leave with fear that they not only lost their family, friends and religion… but God himself. We take a look at the power of promises… and an overlooked Biblical guarantee that proves you can dump the Governing Body… and…
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"Worldly People" - Insulting the Very People You're Here to Save
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Jehovah's Witnesses consider anyone outside their organization as a "worldly person" that is alienated from God and controlled by Satan the Devil. The end result is a life without normal relationships... and a morbid belief that their neighbors, schoolmates, and co-workers are doomed to destruction... creating an awkward dynamic where they insult t…
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Three Things We Learn About Jesus From Jehovah's Witnesses
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Despite Jesus Christ never mentioning the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses in the Bible, they claim he chose them personally and that they alone have rare insights into the King. We take a look at three things the nine guys in upstate New York teach us about history's most important person... and well... the guy in the Gospels looks a lot diff…
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"New Light" The Governing Body's Shameless Lack of Apology or Embarrassment
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The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses laid the groundwork for the future of the religion during the 2023 Annual Meeting. With an admission that they're neither inspired nor infallible, they will continue to move forward demanding strict obedience from their followers. With a long history of doctrines that wasted and ended lives, they offer no a…
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Three Reasons Why Jehovah's Witnesses Don't Just Leave the "Organization"
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With all the changes and the insanity Jehovah’s Witnesses have been subjected to in 2023… and throughout their history… why don’t they just leave the organization? Why to do they ‘take it?’ Unfortunately, leaving isn’t that easy. We take a look at the reasons why millions of mostly good, well intentioned people stay inside an ever changing, deceitf…
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The "Dumbing Down" of Jehovah's Witnesses
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Remember when Jehovah's Witnesses pretended to be teachers and Bible scholars? The Governing Body has successfully been 'dumbing down' the religion for over twenty years. Gone are the debates on the King of the North & South, Gog of Magog, or what every horn means on the beasts of Revelation. The pretense of 'depth' has been replaced with less meet…
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