Noah Deni: You must realize that satan has blinded the eyes of the people and has filled their minds with lies about Jehovah and his people. Don't take it personally. It is all to make Jehovah look bad, it is not necessarily about us. Satan knows that if he hurts us, he hurts Jehovah.Zechariah 2:8 For this is what Jehovah of armies has said, ‘Following after [the] glory he has sent me to the nations that were despoiling YOU people; for he that is touching YOU is touching my eyeball....Show more
Tracy Huesso: I think superheroes were something invented to keep people's mind off of the Gospel and the truth of the Word of God.
Nia Monopoli: I know tons of college educated JWs.....women are not discouraged from it anymore than men are. Many of the young at our hall went to or are in college so they can get jobs. Several have physics degrees (kinesthesiology---a branch of physics...one a male/female married couple).I have several degrees and have attended coll! ege both before and after becoming a JW.DebbieMatthew 5:11...Show more
Annabell Bevier: Now who ever said that we are forbidden to attend college? Have I missed something?I am one of Jehovah's Witnesses, and right now I currently hold an associates degree in Applied Science, and I am currently pursuing an additional associates degree in Engineering Graphics Design & Drafting.Yes we are warned about the very real dangers of college, such as: bad associations; having to listen to the philosophical and sociological diatribes of teachers; being distracted from spiritual things; and the often great financial debt incurred by attending a major University. (1Corinthians 15:33; Colossians 2:8; Isaiah 30:21; Proverbs 4:25-27; Matthew 13:22; Proverbs 7:8-9; 1Timothy 6:8)If a brother or sister is not in a position to overcome all of these obstacles, then it would naturally be wise for them not to attend. (Proverbs 22:3)But in my case, I was able to overcome most of the bad aspec! ts. I am perfectly comfortable with living alone and do not ne! ed friends. The college I am attending is very hands on and technical, so there are no philosophical discussions. I make it my goal to place God's kingdom first in my life, to attend all meetings regularly, to meet for field service regularly and to study God's Word regularly. And, my college is being paid for by scholarships and by my parents, so I am not going into debt at all. I actually think that I have more time for spiritual things in college, because my schedule is so much freer and more flexible than it would be if I had a full time, 40 hour a week job. And because of the skills that I'm learning as a drafter, I've even recently been asked to help create floor plans and fire evacuation plans for my Kingdom Hall. And if they like my work, I'm hoping that someday I'll even be able to use my skills to assist the Regional Building Committee in its projects.So really, attending college is a personal decision that each individual has to weigh and consider the pros and co! ns of on their own. No one forces the Witnesses to go or not to go....Show more
Carlton Lastrapes: Of course it's not bad. I highly doubt any God would be mad over something as trivial as reading your astrology. If you like it, play around with tarot cards and read palms. I highly doubt any god would be as so trivial as to keep that from you.
Jess Grizzel: I think people in the world IDOLIZE superheroes to an extent, because they see these characters as saviors.
Rebbecca Sorkin: I think it is, because only God knows what will happen. If you read them carefully they use them randomly what they say about a Scorpio will be written later on for a Picean for example. Do not believe in them they are a trick. If you believe in them it will show that you don't believe in Gods destiny. Stars are there to keep the balance of earth nothing else. Horoscopes are just a cheap and real easy way to make Money thats all.
Somer Distilo: we are not discouraged. we a! re taught that men and women are equal. I love my religion and its sad ! to see that ppl see it as a burden.
Ismael Sixon: JWs work for NASA, Many are Lawyers,Doctors,Nurses,Etc...Jesus Christ said: “Happy are those conscious of their spiritual need, since the kingdom of the heavens belongs to them.†(Matthew 5:3) Thus, spiritual values should be right up front. In contrast, material possessions should be of less significance.Where does education fit into the picture? It is certainly not an insignificant detail to a Christian. Some amount of secular education is usually necessary to fulfill the Scriptural obligation given by the apostle Paul: “If anyone does not provide for those who are his own, and especially for those who are members of his household, he has disowned the faith and is worse than a person without faith.†(1 Timothy 5:8) Furthermore, the commission Jesus gave his followers, to make disciples, “teaching them to observe all the things [he] commanded,†requires that one ‘take in knowledge’ and then effective! ly instruct others.â€"Matthew 28:19, 20; John 17:3; Acts 17:11; 1 Timothy 4:13.Yet, education must be kept in its place. It should not be pursued merely for the sake of shining scholastically or acquiring impressive degrees. Giving the pursuit of education undue prominence is self-defeating. Granted, it may provide some temporary material benefits. But as wise King Solomon observed: “You work for something with all your wisdom, knowledge, and skill, and then you have to leave it all to someone who hasn’t had to work for it.â€â€"Ecclesiastes 2:21, Today’s English Version.Jehovah’s Witnesses are interested in education, not for its own sake, but to enhance their usefulness in God’s service and to support themselves. Since their ministry is a nonprofit work, many have to rely on secular employment to make a living. This can be especially challenging for full-time ministers of Jehovah’s Witnesses, called pioneers. They must maintain an intensified schedule in the! ministry while making adequate provision for themselves and their fami! lies if married.â€"Proverbs 10:4....Show more
Brian Marquina: Throughout the history of the Church there have been bad ideas, misconceptions, and heretical presentations of Jesus. Each one of these heresies fails to present Jesus as the Bible reveals him. In SUPERHEROES CAN'T SAVE YOU, Todd Miles demonstrates how these ancient heresies are embodied in contemporary comic superheroes.
Piedad Bassiti: That's a nice sugar-coating... except for the obvious fact that all Christians feel that spiritual matters are most important in life.The question should be - why would your religion want to undermine education?
Sharie Sommerville: Everyone always have something to say about how you choose to live your life. They try to get you to leave Jehovah by putting doubts in your mind. One day they speak about education, next 144000, then Brother Russel, the Blood, then they say its mind control and the classic "i am appealing to all 'thinking' Jehovah's Witness........'"! All accusations. All the while they cannot offer anything better!!!. Its idle talk thats why I never get into debate with anyone on here about the Truth (it never helps) . I just wanna answer general questions lolBrothers don't waste your time, it will weaken you in the end, and they will win. They are not worth it. Let them talk, let them hate, dont give them your time by answering themLove...Show more
Rosie Travino: Because they saw it on the Internet and if it's on the Internet it simple MUST BE TRUE!:)
Rosann Mccomb: There are many heroes in the Bible, but there is no mention of any SUPERheroes, specifically. I told my mother about creating Christian superheroes, and she asked me what does the BIBLE say about them.
Marita Stadick: well b/c i do and i kinda feel guilty b/c i feel like i'm not trusting him enough. Is that bad??
Corey Rohleder: No. I don't think you go against God. What you do go against is logic, because Astrology is pure bunk. ! I answered a similar questions some time ago, but will tell it again.In! College, the Professor asked us to write our astrological birth sign on a piece of paper. We did,and turned the papers in to him. The next day, he had a complete analysis for each of us and handed them out to all of us. Then he asked, how close was he in writing about our respective signs, and we all raised our hands. The blow came when he told us that everyone in class received the same analysis regardless of our sign. What does that tell you?...Show more
Faviola Dewire: My sister and husband go to Berkeley. They are also faithful witnesses. Almost her entire congregation also goes to Berkeley including the pioneers. It is a important aspect of my sisters life, just not the MOST important aspect. That honor belongs to Jehovah and his Kingdom.
Kalyn Proietto: Many people, who disagree with, or don't like Jehovah's Witnesses, will believe what ever negative information is presented about them. It's human nature. However, when the truth is made known and they sti! ll believe the lie, it's ignorance. Here many Witnesses have explained Jehovah's bible based truth, yet many choose to be ignorant and it's all because Satan has blinded their minds. In effect, they can't reason on the matter, because the Devil won't allow them to. I, for one, am happy to be part of the only organization on earth that allows individuals to reason, research and come to logical conclusions about every situation we could conceivably become involved in....Show more
Jackson Esmiol: No. Whenever I've asked the Biblical god a question, I've not gotten any direct answers. At least the horoscope does give you some guidance. I consider reading horoscopes to be similar to checking out the weather report. If the Biblical god wants us to trust him for answers and not consult horoscopes, perhaps he'd better give more clear and obvious answers to our questions....Show more
Antonia Mogg: Carla, I am 57 years old and I go to college.I am learning a differen! t language to assist me in the ministry. x x x
Jarrod Darnall: Je! sus says to follow Him, not the stars. If you follow the stars then dont call yourself a Christian because a Christian is a follower of Christ. You cant have 2 gods. You will love one and hate the other. You cant expect to go to heaven dipping your hand in satans bucket.
Gerardo Greist: That's a bit of a distortion. It's not about having a tree in your home, it's about idols of false gods cut and carved out of wood. And people don't "praise and worship" the trees.
Joesph Smithmyer: Of course we CAN go to college (I just finished my Bachelor's last month), but it's not really encouraged. There have been many Watchtower lessons that have stated that instead of going to college, witnesses should stay living at home (with parents) as long as they can and pioneer instead of going to college. So, anyone that's come across our literature probably gets the impression that we don't want our children going to college. The last couple of lessons pointed out that it is imp! ortant to get a BASIC education but our main goal should be to get education that will help us with our ministry and service to Jehovah.Here's a quote from one Watchtower:"Today, the popular opinion is that for young people to succeed, the only option is to get a university education. However, instead of following what is popular, Christians heed the Bible’s admonition: “Quit being fashioned after this system of things, but be transformed by making your mind over, that you may prove to yourselves the good and acceptable and perfect will of God.†(Romans 12:2) What is God’s will for his people, young and old, in this final stage of the time of the end? Paul urged Timothy: “Keep your senses in all things, suffer evil, do the work of an evangelizer, fully accomplish your ministry.†Those words are surely applicable to all of us today.....Rather than be caught up by the materialistic spirit of the world, all of us need to ‘keep our senses’â€"our spiritual bearin! gs. If you are a young person, ask yourself: ‘Am I putting forth my b! est effort to “accomplish my ministry,†to make myself a qualified minister of God’s Word? What are my plans for pursuing my ministry “fullyâ€? Have I considered taking up full-time service as a career?"Personally, I chose to go to college because I hate working low paying jobs that require me to have 2 jobs just to pay the rent. If I hadn't gone to college, in my opinion, I probably would have had even LESS time for the ministry because I'd be stuck working some job that pays me minimum wage working crazy hours that change every week. Now I at least have a CHANCE at getting work that will give me a steady schedule where I can plan a service schedule. So, I guess it just depends on how you look at things......Show more
Neville Dautremont: Superheroes are special types of heroes.- FIXED.
Cassey Hollinghurst: Astrology is the “interpretation†of an assumed influence the stars (and planets) exert on human destiny. It is a false belief. The royal astr! ologers of the Babylonian court were put to shame by God’s prophet Daniel (Daniel 1:20) and were powerless to interpret the king’s dream (Daniel 2:27). God specifies astrologers as among those who will be burned as stubble in God’s judgment (Isaiah 47:13-14). Astrology, as a form of divination, is expressly forbidden in scripture (Deuteronomy 18:10-14)....Show more
Virgilio Echter: Heroes that go beyond the call of duty.- FIXED.
Sammy Tabatt: i don't tk that at all i've n heard th th before.
Agustina Stimmel: Good, maybe you can learn to think for yourself.
Kenneth Thuesen: As many stated, there is nothing wrong with going to college. It's why your going to college, is to get a higher paying job to help with your service to Jehovah, or is it to pursue wealth and prestige. My father went to college back in the 70's. I have taken computer classes, insurance classes and art classes, but have never attended traditional college. This did ! not hinder me in finding employment. At my last job in California, I ! had 15 people under me who all had a college education. I worked there 16 years, I started out as the receptionist and within five years I was head of my department, all without missing meetings or service. When I quit, I was a Vice President. I achieved this just by having common sense and being a fast and hard worker. Of course, now a days, jobs are scarce and it's harder to get in and work your way up, so that's why many are going on to college to get higher paying jobs to support themselves. Many who want to pioneer are able to work part-time at a higher pay and make it financially. One of the main concerns with college is going away and staying at a dorm because of the bad association. We all know what goes on at colleges. Kids that are away from home for the first time, aren't mature enough to know how to handle their freedom in a responsible way....Show more
Maynard Phoubandith: yer not alone-- I feel the same way. I too read astrology. I kin! da did some compromise where I stay away from horoscopes and just stuck to the personology part of astrology. Because if you check the horoscope thing everyday it could be a bad sign that yer not trusting Him enough like you said. But even when I read the whole personology thing I still feel guilty. I'm stuck like you are. Of course Christians are gonna be hard on us but we always have an answer like we're human and we make mistakes. So... I'm still reading it and I am trying to get past it. We are in the same boat....Show more
Pam Rampadarat: there are many Jehovah Witnesses that go to college. we have doctors, nurses, lawyers and teachers. and for the one who said we can not think for oneself, that is not true, we can think for ourselves. there is a sister that I im everyday and she is at college now
Debora Soliani: Ignorant people they are
Asley Quickle: Because someone claims to have heard it from someone who read it from someone who made it up, so cle! arly it MUST be true:DI am a Christian, one of Jehovah's Witnesses, who! probably will be going to Macon State soon.
Sharie Sommerville: Miles compares something everybody already knows (who the superheroes are) with what they need to know (who Jesus is), in a book that makes vitally important Christian truths understandable and applicable to a wide audience."
Keven Drumgole: Annsan_In_Him and Buddy, why are you excluding DC Comics from your answers? Why aren't you mentioning DC comics collections in your answers?
Willetta Munhall: They were first based on one of the most ancient of accounts about a super-race of humans called Nephilim. The Bible book of Genesis (6:1-8) briefly mentions these giants and connects gross wickedness in the Earth with them. The ungodly looked up to them as their heroes. Every generation in every society has since had its 'superheroes', especially the ancient Greeks.But from the 20th century, in the West, we have seen a big effort by the media to present superheroes to the public as entertainment; M! arvel comics, Superman films, TV series galore about a whole host of supposed superheroes. Impressionable children are soaking them up and some now make comments that show they believe those fictions to be real-life superheroes! Can you believe it?Money is no doubt a motive for the promotors of such fiction, but there's a much more sinister element at back of it all. The Bible tells Christians that "the things the nations sacrifice, they sacrifice to demons and not to God" (1 Cor. 10:20). Back then Greek paganism was rife in that region, and the occult, and although false gods are no-gods, there are actual demons at back of them, promoting this idolatry. Things have moved on, but the demons know how to keep up to speed. Although the worship of sticks and stones has become the worship of stocks and shares, there is also this resurgence in mythological superheroes. From the Nephilim to these portrayals today, the demons are out to distort the truth of God. People will always! find something to worship, to adore, to follow in awe - and superheroe! s are one of today's demonic inventions designed to keep people in darkness, away from the Light of the World, Jesus Christ. We can only know God through Jesus Christ, who walked on earth incognito, His glory veiled. He had superhuman powers, yes, but never used them for His own advantage, but allowed evil people to crucify Him. Then He was resurrected from the dead to prove Him as the Son of God, and was witnessed alive over 40 days before ascending up to Heaven, from where He will return with hosts of angels.Those who reject that truth of God lay themselves wide open to all the false inventions of the demons, because sinful man is not naturally godly - he is naturally religious - and superhero worship today is a new religion (though it's based on ancient events.)...Show more
Nilda Bafia: There is a book out called SUPERHEROES CAN'T SAVE YOU: EPIC EXAMPLES OF HISTORIC HERESIES by Todd Miles:https://www.amazon.com/Superheroes-Cant-Save-You-E...The following is in refe! rence to the book:"Comic superheroes embody the hopes of a world that is desperate for a savior. But those comic creations cannot save us from our greatest foesâ€"sin and death....Show more
Renato Abatiell: It has been repeatedly established that Jehovah's Witnesses can and do attend university, if and when they personally choose to do so.Perhaps the reason some assume that Witnesses cannot attend is because the assumers suffer from a failure of imagination. They cannot imagine that a person with obvious gifts of intellect and talent would choose to use his time and energies for anything but university.Of course, the Bible itself implies that those who prioritize human wisdom over godly wisdom might be confused... ..(1 Cor 2:14,15) But a physical man does not receive the things of the spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; and he cannot get to know them, because they are examined spiritually. However, the spiritual man examines indeed all things, but he himse! lf is not examined by any man...Show more
Adan Stribble: They are! both complete nonsense; god isn't real, so he doesn't really mind.
Mahalia Brindle: Hi. I am a born-again Christian and I am curious about this.Superheroes are special type of heroes. They are an elite, larger-than-life group of heroes who fight magnanimously for the common good and safeguard the world against threats against humanity. They are seen as the WORLD's protectors.Heroes that basically go beyond the call of duty.Superheroes are often depicted as having special powers and/or abilities and/or weapons and/or conveyances. They often assume a special costumed identity.I think superheroes are so popular because people find them far more interesting than plain heroes.Were they invented because people in the world don't know God? I tend to think this is the case. The Bible makes no mention of any SUPERheroes.There were people who did special and unusual things in the Bible, but that was because God gave them the ability to do these things. God gave people the abil! ity to perform certain supernatural tasks. They weren't going all over the world fighting evil and trying to safeguard the world against threats against humanity.Perhaps the closest thing we have to a superhero in the Bible is Samson. He had tremendous strength and killed many enemies but he didn't go all over the world doing this as far as I know.I think people invented superheroes because people in the world are desperate for some kind of savior(s) and they have some kind of void they are trying to fill.Please help- thank you....Show more
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Carmina Stickney: we are not a cult.... we are not brainwashed. we follow our lives through what the bible says, unlike other religions where they just LISTEN to what their leader says. we actually OPEN up our bible and follow.
Andra Oger: Vot is a JW in college.1/3 of my congregation is in college. We LOVE the articles about higher education because the others expect us students to contribute the mos! t to the discussion.