We will explore the libel suit Russell brought against Rev. Ross, plus more suits Russell brought against others, which will give us much insight into Russell the man from his contemporaries, including his wife, and from portions of the transcripts of his testimony during his lifetime. You will find a link below to download Ross’ … Read More
This is about the second of two pamphlets that were written during Charles Taze Russell’s lifetime (1852-1916) that were brought to my attention recently. The first one was written by Charles Cyrus Cook (b. 1861) and originally published in 1881 entitled “All about one Russell.” The edition I have was apparently updated and published shortly after … Read More
Jehovah’s Witnesses commonly practice the shunning of those who have left the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society. There are varying degrees of shunning, and for varying reasons, but there is one constant: the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society Organization, aka the Jehovah’s Witnesses, propagate the practice of shunning among their members, and have for a … Read More
Point / Counterpoint POINT: I saw a Facebook post recently about some ex-Jehovah’s Witnesses who staged a “flash mob” at a Kingdom Hall, a protest really. They decided that the perfect time and place was right after the first song and prayer. I disagree. Rudeness, which I believe was the case here by the protestors, … Read More
It’s that time of year again–the Holidays. For most children in the United States, the holidays are a time of excitement and anticipation. There are some children, though, in every part of the world, who dread the coming of the holidays. These are the children of the Jehovah’s Witnesses. Many people know that Jehovah’s Witnesses … Read More
As promised last week, here is a sampling of what I learned about Mormonism from Dr. Wilder: From Hymn 27, “Praise to the Man,” Hymns of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (1985), written before 1872, (p. 16) Hail to the Prophet (Joseph Smith), ascended to heaven! Traitors and tyrants now fight him in … Read More
As promised, I am back this week to share with you some of the particulars of Mormonism. Because Lynn reveals so much, I am going to concentrate on only one area this week, her and her husband’s conversion to Mormonism. This just became a three part series. 😉 When the dark suited, well-groomed young men … Read More
Unveiling Grace, by former Brigham Young University professor, Dr. Lynn K. Wilder, is an intimate look into not only her life and that of her family’s, but also of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, better known as the Mormon Church. Lynn and her husband, Michael, joined the Mormon Church as young … Read More
Ray and Marilyn had been in the Watchtower for 50 (!) years when they finally “escaped” in the early ’80s. Below are a few excerpts to whet your appetite. Their complete story can be found at the link below. Ray: Well, I come from a line of Witnesses that goes back into the 30s. Marilyn: Back in … Read More
Always attempting to reach out to others, we’ve joined the blogasphere. Our absolute number one priority is to provide support for you and for your loved ones. Our contributors love those who are lost in these sects and who desire nothing more than to help them be set free from their bonds. We long to … Read More