Why are jehovah's witnesses right or wrong in their beliefs?
The same type of people who persecuted Jesus Christ while he walked the earth and persecuted the Christians of the first century are the same type of individuals in modern times today who make the ignorant and lying claim that Jehovah's Witnesses are a "cult", when the very definition of the word clearly has no application to them. Jehovah's Witnesses base all of their teachings, beliefs, and practices on God's Word, the Bible. If you are an objective, open-minded individual not given to the bigoted and prejudiced comments of people who claim they are former Jehovah's Witnesses, or people who simply just want to cry out "they'll brainwash you" or "they're a cult, stay away!"..........if you sincerely want to know who they are or why they believe what they believe, then take the 60 seconds or (heaven forbid) 5 minutes to ask them honest questions when they come to your door. Or, perhaps you may even work with a Jehovah's Witness. Just by asking them a question or two, don't think they're going to hound and harass you. Our goal, as Jehovah's Witnesses, is to share the Bible's positive message for the future with those who want to know the truth about who Jehovah is, who Jesus is, why is the world in the state it's in today, and will it always be this way. It is also a warning that we deliver to others that shortly God will directly intervene in mankind's affairs and cleanse this earth of the things that have caused misery to mankind for so long. ______________________________________... The ones who may scream out that that we're wrong in our beliefs are the same kind of people who, for whatever reason, cling to unscriptural, false doctrines of men and make no personal effort on their own to compare those things with what the Bible actually teaches. For example, those who ignorantly claim Jehovah's Witnesses are wrong are the same ones who believe in the trinity doctrine, hellfire, immortality of the human soul, "Jesus is God", and so forth......even though NONE of those teachings are taught in or supported by the Bible.
Why are people so sensitive about religious belief?
Because, at least for most of us religious people, we feel that religion is part of out identity and speaking bad about it is like attacking our identity. This is one part to it.Let me explain.I have been wondering, as I am a religious person myself, why I get so hurt when atheists say things like the world would be better off without religion, religious belief is a delusion, religion is a fairytale etc… I just get so mad, upset, offended etc… Then after some introspection, talking to people, learning online (including Quora) etc… I have found the answer; Because most of us religious folks identify by our religion, it is our identity, and attacking our religion is like attacking our identity. I know many atheists disagree that religious people should have religion as part of their identity, but it’s the way things are for most of us religious folks. Religious tells us how to live our life (like how to dress, what to eat) etc… It is our identity!The reason why we get so hurt when someone attacks our faith is because we feel like our own very identity gets attacked. The effects are just as hurtful as attacking a gay or otherwise LGBT person’s sexuality and sexual orientation. This is why religious people even killed others or themselves because of criticizing their religion. This is why it’s so sensitive.So what is the best thing you could do in this situation? Well you could try these things:Do not be angry when discussing religion. This can result very badly.Be very kind, polite, nice, gentle and sensible when you discuss faith. Maybe even don’t challenge every religious person’s beliefs, it feels hostile to us. I have managed to speak well without any hard feelings with nonbelievers when they have acted this way (being very kind, polite etc…)Always have compassion when someone is religious, especially if you know someone is sensitive about their faith (most of us religious people are sensitive about our faiths so you should be very careful).
Why do religious people try to force their beliefs on others?
Really A Good Question, I m myself searching an answer for it …Ardent to see people’s reply’s on it.. ..We really need to know why in a particular country which in its ‘Constitution’ , its ‘National Anthem’ as well as ‘National Song’ talks about , ‘Secularism’ , ‘Freedom to Religion , Speech, and ‘Equality’ to everyone irrespective of any aspect… doesn’t really allow its country men to practise their Religious beliefs is’Nt dis approach too hypocritical??Why Friends we often forget that the ‘Culture’, the ‘Ethnicity’ , the ‘National Heritage’ of our country even the ‘Rich history’ which have existed are the part of our Religions, which became part of our country years ago, some emerged here only , some were welcomed by us we adored them and accepted them as our culture these beliefs have emerged out of our religions , which have shaped our entourage and yes we all say we are proud of it, “Proud Of India” , is this A ‘False Pride’ we carry off just to show to the world where we belong to, do we???I strongly believe ‘Culture is the sum total of the beliefs and actions of everyone in a given society’. ‘When a large enough group of people believe in a certain religious idea it becomes their culture’,,And yes We Are Growing As humans, our minds our ways of Lives are much better now, perceptions, Our Reflectings have improved,then let’s change our approach towards it also and believe, if on a personal level we accept the differences it might make a big difference.
God believers, if your belief is true, why do you dislike Atheists to challenge your belief? What are you?
I'm not sure if I would enjoy believing in nothing just for the sake of arguing with those that do. Everyone has a right to their own beliefs yet we taunt one another because of it. Is your combative nature towards "believers" a Freudian slip that you too might have suppressed beliefs in God, but are afraid to assert yourself or commit to something that is greater than your own ideas? any belief that can raise a society or individual to a greater ideal is OK with me! ...We are all searching for something in our lives. whether it be wisdom, enlightenment, or basic happiness. So, let me ask you... Does disavowing people's choices or paths to their goals get you any closer to your own?
When attempting to share my faith with someone, I generally ask them if I may share the Gospel with them. Most of the time people say yes. How should I respond when people say no?
Tell me this. Why do you feel the NEED to share your faith with ANYONE. You might get a positive or neutral response in the US, but in the UK which is much more openly multicultural and multi-faith, you would be considered quite rude if you said that kind of thing.In the workplace for example. It might even get you a reprimand because many British people would get quite annoyed with such an approach, even if they were also Christian. It’s just something that isn’t done and to be honest I can see no reason for doing it at all. If you said that to me without any kind of invitation or related conversation beforehand, I’d feel totally creeped out.I have Christian (various denominations), Muslim, pagan, Buddhist , agnostic and atheist friends and many others whose beliefs I don’t know and would never ask outright or make any kind of presumption about.Most of the other responders have given the same advice for what to do to a negative reply - walk away, or just change the subject to something neutral and friendly that doesn’t sound like you are trying to lead back to the same subject.Just be prepared for the really aggressive ‘no’ and be ready to apologise sincerely for saying the wrong thing to the wrong person. You aren’t apologising for your beliefs, but for the intrusive question and the assumption that it would be welcome.If you are in an open discussion about belief/faith/religion etc, that’s different. Then you can share but in a way that people don’t feel you are trying to ‘convert’ them or say your beliefs are in any way better or superior.But mainly I’d say, just keep your beliefs to yourself - that way you can’t go wrong and no-one can get upset.
How does it feel to prove people wrong?
It feels great, 100% of the time. You feel righteous, empowered, satisfied, and confident - all at once! In fact, proving people wrong is one of the main reasons I strive to achieve large goals. Yes… it sounds a little self-centered and psychologically unhealthy, but that’s the case with many methods of personal motivation!When you do something large, you tend to receive praise, gifts, and are flooded with admiration from everyone around you. However, sometime’s it’s difficult to actually feel satisfaction through this reward. As nice as it is, I much prefer proving people wrong.Here’s why:When I prove someone wrong, I know that they will have a larger reaction to my success than people that are expecting me to succeed.You perceive yourself as the “underdog”, because people denied your capabilities.You know that it will increase your credibility and authority if you can do something that people never thought you could.Sometimes, I even ask people to discourage me from doing something, and to tell me that it would be impossible, just so I can get that motivation. I tend to find phrases like “you can do it!” very discouraging, because it makes it seem like whatever I’m trying to do can be done easily.I believe that the purest and most effective form of motivation is always when you want to “prove people wrong”.Edit: I apologize, as I realize that I have misinterpreted the question. I saw this as how it feels to prove people wrong in terms of your capabilities… not factually. Oh well.
Why is my christian friend so mad at me?
These days the two must dangers topics to go into is Politics and religion. I try to stay out of it, even with my own family. Take a second look at what happened. She wants to tell you about her faith, and so do you. She doesn't believe as you do, and neither do you. She got upset because you told her she is wrong, but you don't consider that you might be wrong as well, and wonder why she is mad at you. And the choice of words.. Flailing on the ground!! if she read that and was not upset, now she will be upset. Yes, it is important to be honest with other and with ones self. Are you! You made the judgment that she is Christian because of her parents. Then, how did you come to become an Atheist if it was not for your parents as well. In one way or another. They have a hand in it as well. Think about. Please read my answer without jumping into conclusions. This answer is about your reaction and hers, not either beliefs. In my opinion you are the same. You don't want to hear her side, but you want her to take ever words that comes out of you as the truth and nothing but the truth, and hers is all false. Consider this. How do other people from other faith take it when you tell them about your faith! do they welcome it, or do they get offended when you tell them they are wrong! or, is it only the Christians are the only people you tell them your truth!