Posts

UPDATE: Cult Myths Biography Posts Cancelled

-
A whole lot has been written on Stephen Hassan for the Cult Myths Biography series, but as I was approaching wrap-up, suddenly other things kept getting in the way that were considerably more important. Even other material to publish seemed more important over the past two years. The “what the ‘Faithful and Discreet Slave’ is Not” article was Herculean in its effort, but I was able to get it done in a few weeks. Whereas the biography of Stephen Hassan has been holding up my ability to address anti-cult arguments for the past two years, despite my being just short of the finish line almost the whole time. Then, when I sat down and analyzed the importance of biologies of anti-cult personalities, I realized that Jehovah does not make anything about the entire history of any one person unless it teaches a lesson. Every word in the Bible has purpose. So the lesson, I realized, is that knowing about the people who came up with the ideas countered or supported in this series is wholely unimpo
Please READ THIS FIRST to ensure comment approval. Your comment is appreciated and may be edited for accuracy and content.
Post a Comment
Read more
 

Repackaging an Old Theory with a Shiny New Ribbon

-
Image
Evolutionists have embarked on a new old theory that is sure to take them over old territory in a new way so that hope springs anew from well worn ground. It is sure to inspire a whole new generation to tread through their parents’ mistakes with the same misplaced zeal, rejuvenating their enthusiasm for the mausoleum of arguments of times long past. They declare it a “sweeping new law of nature!” How bold. What is it? That the more complex patterns get, the more complex the patterns that result, boldly called the “ law of increasing functional information. ” Isn’t that a bold title? Inspiring! The theory does not just say that “evolving systems, biological and non-biological, always form from numerous interacting building blocks like atoms or cells, and that processes exist - such as cellular mutation - that generate many different configurations. Evolution occurs ... when these various configurations are subject to selection for useful functions,” but it also says that it is all due t
15 comments
Read more

What the "Faithful and Discreet Slave" Is Not [Opposers Dismythed]

-
Image
Updates listed at the bottom of the post. Last updated Mar 8 at 2:25 PM. FINAL EDIT with conclusion. Author's Note:   This post focusses on the actual context of the words and related symbolism, not on incidental peripheral concepts unimportant to its interpretation. Many of their opposers have criticized Jehovah's Witnesses on "the faithful and discreet slave." But let us examine the merits of our critics arguments on the verses in question. The method of discovery used here is proof by exhaustion, a tried and true method. But first, let us review the Scriptures and the stand of Jehovah's Witnesses. Source: “The Faithful and Discreet Slave” Jesus himself related the prophecy, saying: "Who really is the faithful steward, the discreet one, whom his master will appoint over his body of attendants [or "domestics"] to keep giving them their measure of food supplies at the proper time? Happy is that slave if his master on coming finds him doing so! I te
5 comments
Read more

Jehovah's Witnesses Demonstrate Critical Thinking [Opposers Dismythed]

-
Image
You would likely agree that today it is popular to equate critical thinking with abandoning belief in God and/or religion. Hence some of our opposers claim that Jehovah's Witnesses do not employ critical thinking for the very reason that they are still Jehovah's Witnesses. Obviously, such ones do not understand what critical thinking is. Others claim that we prohibit critical thinking. Is this so? What Is Critical Thinking? The fact is, critical thinking has less to do with what conclusion one arrives at and more to do with how one arrives at said conclusions. A person could accept the Trinity because he was told to accept it, or simply because he was raised in that belief system by his parents. He may then justify his belief by seeking support for it. Does justifying one's beliefs make them a "critical thinker"? Critical thinking is best defined as: "the analysis of available facts, evidence, observations, and arguments to form a judgement," as per Wik
2 comments
Read more

You Can Help Improve the Content

-
Life happens from time to time, but you can help improve the Dismythed sites while you wait for posts. Over at Salvation vs., we have many posts that provide info-dumps on the Trinity, hellfire, the Mosaic Law and other information. It is a lot of information. You can help find errors in posts there or here at Dismythed or at JW Advisor. There may be grammatical errors, spelling errors or information that should be brought more in line with Jehovah's Witnesses publications. I do recall there were a couple of points that needed adjustment to be in line with the publications, but I don't remember which. Maybe you think something could be stated in a way that reflects better on Jehovah, or maybe you have a scripture that should be addressed. You do not have to be one of Jehovah's Witnesses to make a suggestion. Only erroneous comments, rude people or former Jehovah's Witnesses get rejected. If you are looking for an activity to fill downtime, feel free to help improve thes
Post a Comment
Read more

How Can We Rely On the Counsel of Flawed Men? [JW Advisor]

-
 A new post at JW Advisor discusses concerns over recent statements in the Watchtower study articles we discussed in the meetings the other month about obedience during the Great Tribulation. Unconfident: How Can I Rely On the Counsel of Flawed Men?
Post a Comment
Read more