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What is the gospel according to Jehovah's Witnesses?
Jehovah's Witnesses believe that within the lifetime of people who knew people who were alive in 1914, God will bring an end to this world system (Armageddon) and eventually, within 1000 years, restore paradise to the earth for the benefit of the survivors of Armageddon (only Jehovah's Witnesses) and all those people throughout human history that have previously (i.e. before Armageddon) died, as they will be resurrected to also live in the paradise. They believe that 144,000 people from among them will be ruling the new paradise earth with Christ in heaven as spirit creatures.
Are Jehovah's Witnesses Buddhist?
No, Jehovah's Witnesses are a Christian Group and are recognised as such my most authorities. They actively strive to imitate Jesus as their leader and obey his command including the command to preach the gospel (see Matthew 28: 19, 20). Merriam Webster's dictionary (online) defines "Christian" as "one who professes belief in the teachings of Jesus Christ". Biblically a "christian" is someone who is a follower of Christ. Jehovah's Witesses believe Jesus to be the son of God and the only saviour for mankind and strive to obey his commands. Thus in every aspect, they can rightly be referred to as CHRISTIANS. For a full list of the beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses see the related links (below).
Are Jehovah's Witnesses Islamic?
No, Jehovah's Witnesses are a Christian Group and are recognised as such my most authorities. They actively strive to imitate Jesus as their leader and obey his command including the command to preach the gospel (see Matthew 28: 19, 20). Merriam Webster's dictionary (online) defines "Christian" as "one who professes belief in the teachings of Jesus Christ". Biblically a "christian" is someone who is a follower of Christ. Jehovah's Witesses believe Jesus to be the son of God and the only saviour for mankind and strive to obey his commands. Thus in every aspect, they can rightly be referred to as CHRISTIANS. For a full list of the beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses see the related links (below).
Are Jehovah's Witnesses Hindu?
No, Jehovah's Witnesses are a Christian Group and are recognised as such my most authorities. They actively strive to imitate Jesus as their leader and obey his command including the command to preach the gospel (see Matthew 28: 19, 20). Merriam Webster's dictionary (online) defines "Christian" as "one who professes belief in the teachings of Jesus Christ". Biblically a "christian" is someone who is a follower of Christ. Jehovah's Witesses believe Jesus to be the son of God and the only saviour for mankind and strive to obey his commands. Thus in every aspect, they can rightly be referred to as CHRISTIANS. For a full list of the beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses see the related links (below).
Are Jehovah's Witnesses Taoist?
No, Jehovah's Witnesses are a Christian Group and are recognised as such my most authorities. They actively strive to imitate Jesus as their leader and obey his command including the command to preach the gospel (see Matthew 28: 19, 20). Merriam Webster's dictionary (online) defines "Christian" as "one who professes belief in the teachings of Jesus Christ". Biblically a "christian" is someone who is a follower of Christ. Jehovah's Witesses believe Jesus to be the son of God and the only saviour for mankind and strive to obey his commands. Thus in every aspect, they can rightly be referred to as CHRISTIANS. For a full list of the beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses see the related links (below).
Are Jehovah's Witnesses a part of Judaism?
No, Jehovah's Witnesses actively strive to imitate Jesus as their leader and obey his command including the command to preach the gospel (see Matthew 28: 19, 20). For a full list of the beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses see the related links (below).
What is the difference between Christians and Jehovah's Witnesses?
Christians and Jehovah's Witnesses both believe that Jesus Christ is the Savior of the world. However, Christians believe that Jesus Christ is one with God the Father (aka Jehovah). Meaning that Jesus Christ is in fact God himself in a human body. Jehovah's Witnesses believe the Jesus Christ is the son of God, but he is not God himself. There are other doctrinal differences but this is the main difference in belief. Both mainstream Christians and Jehovah's Witnesses claim to believe and follow The Bible, however there are marked differences between both groups. Mainstream Christians believe Jesus to be Almighty God while JW believe Jesus to be the Son of God (Luke 3:21-22) Mainstream Christians believe in a trinity (one God revealed in three ways: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit) while JW believe there to be only One True God and Creator (Deut 6:4) Mainstream Christians believe the wicked are tortured forever in hellfire JW believe God is love and that eternal burning in hell is not a biblical teaching (Jer 7:21) Mainstream Christians rarely refer to God by his personal name (Yahweh/Jehovah) The Jehovah's Witnesses believe that God's name should be Sanctified, honoured and praised at every opportunity (Math 6:9) Mainstream Christians Generally do not have a practice of preaching the Gospel. Jehovah's Witnesses are well known for their public ministry (Math 28:19:20) Most mainstream Christians have no objection to participating in War or politics Jehovah's Witnesses insist on remaining politically neutral (John 15:19) Mainstream Christian religions teach the "immortality of the soul" Jehovah's Witnesses believe the soul can be destroyed (Matthew 10:2 Mainstream Christians usually have a human leader (a pope, an deacon, a Bishop) JW only recognise Jesus as their leader (Mat 23:10) Mainstream Christians have many pagan rituals incorporated into their religious rituals Jehovah's Witnesses reject all celebrations and ceremonies with pagan origins (2 Cor 6:15) Many mainstream Christians churches use a lot of idols in their worship and they venerate the cross. JW reject the use of idols (1 Cor 1:14) Mainstream Christians have a clergy/laity class of ministers JW consider all their members ministers and all partake in preaching and teaching (Matthew 23:9) There are other similarities and differences.
How does the gospel of Jesus reach us today?
One way is this:Jehovah's Witnesses as Christians bring the gospel of Jesus right to your door. There are well over 7 million of Jehovah's Witnesses who traverse the highways and byways of the whole world; stopping at every available house.The gospel which Jehovah's Witnesses bring, reaches you for FREE. That's also how it reaches mankind. We received free; we give free.The gospel of Jesus also reaches mankind, thru the pages of God's Word, the Holy Scriptures (also known as The Bible.) The Bible actually contains 4 gospel accounts written by 4 different people, from 4 angles.Then, Christ Jesus himself sent forth his disciples to bring the gospel to as many as possible.
What is the difference between Jehovah's Witnesses and Latter Day Saints?
Although both groups are considered by most to be "Christian" faiths and are identified to a greater or lesser degree with a public preaching work, there are many notable doctrinal differences between Jehovah's Witnesses and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Jehovah's Witnesses believe only the Bible to be God's inspired word (1 Tim 3: 16). The Mormons use the Bible and "The Book of Mormon" which they also view as God's inspired Word. Mormons believe that God still calls prophets and apostles to guide his people. Jehovah's Witnesses believe that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was the last prophet. Mormons believe that Jesus is Jehovah in the Old Testament. Jehovah's Witnesses believe that Jehovah is the name of Almighty God, the father of Jesus Christ. Mormons often refer to God (the Father of Jesus) as Heavenly Father, and believe his name is Elohim. Jehovah's Witnesses call him by his personal name, Jehovah (Psalms 83:18) . Mormons believe "that Zion (the New Jerusalem) will be built upon the American continent." Jehovah's Witnesses believe that New Jerusalem is a heavenly Kingdom (government) established, not in America, but in the heavens. Mormon missionaries (mostly young men and women, some retired couples) preach for a set period of time, usually 2 years. All of Jehovah's Witnesses (male & female, young & old) preach the gospel for the rest of their lives, as did the apostles & Christians in the first century. Mormons believe in the literal gathering of Israel and in the restoration of the Ten Tribes. Jehovah's Witnesses believe that because of their rejection of Christ, the nation of Israel permanently lost its privileged position as God's special people. Thus the nation of natural Jews no longer figure as a people in Bible prophecy, but God's anointed ones (from all nations) are designated as "spiritual" Israelites. Mormons believe "that Christ will reign personally upon the earth." Jehovah's Witnesses believe that Christ will rule from heaven as a spirit king. Jehovah's Witnesses believe that death is the result of Adamic (from Adam) sin. Genesis 2:15-17; Romans 5:12 Mormons do not believe that Adam & Eve sinned, and that "men will be punished for their own sins, and not for Adam's transgression". Mormons believe that after resurrection, we will be assigned to one of three 'levels' of heaven. Jehovah's Witnesses believe in the resurrection of the dead (John 5:28,29; Acts 24:15), the majority living on the earth forever, but a select few (144,000) ruling in heaven with Christ. (Psalm 37:9-11, 29; Matthew 5:5, Revelation 5:10; 20:4) Mormons believe that our "spirits" were created long before our bodies, and that our spirits existed in heaven with God in a "pre-mortal" life. Jehovah's Witnesses believe one's existence begins at conception. Mormons believe that all Christians receive the gifts of the holy spirit through "the laying on of hands" (gift of tongues, prophecy, revelation, visions, healing, interpretation of tongues). Jehovah's Witnesses believe this was a first century arrangement limited to the period of the apostles and as such, these miraculous gifts have ceased. (1 Corinthians 13: 8, 9.) Mormons use the King James Version Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine & Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price as scripture. Jehovah's Witnesses use many different Bible translations but mainly bring the New World Translation to their worship services. Mormons believe that Jesus Christ was crucified on a cross. Jehovah's Witnesses believe that Jesus died on an upright stake. Mormons do not have any restrictions or teachings regarding common medical practice. Jehovah's Witnesses abstain from blood & do not accept blood transfusions. Acts 15:28,29 Mormons are encouraged to be active in politics, the military, & government to support and defend liberty & democracy of their own countries. Jehovah's Witnesses follow Jesus' example and do not participate in the military or political affairs of any country. Mormons celebrate most "Christian" and national holidays as well as birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. Jehovah's Witnesses do not celebrate birthdays or any holidays associated with pagan origins, spiritism, or nationalism. Mormons believe in performing ordinances (baptism, etc) in behalf of those who have died. These ordinances are performed by proxy in Temples. They believe this provides the deceased with the opportunity to accept Christ and be saved. Jehovah's Witnesses have no such practice. Mormons count their total membership number as anyone who has been baptized into the faith and has not requested their name to be taken off the records, even if those baptized are not 'active' or practicing in the faith. They do not report the numbers of those whom have been baptized posthumously. Jehovah's Witnesses count their total membership number only from those who are regular and active in the public preaching & teaching work. Mormons hold Sunday worship services in meeting houses, while additional (optional) worship services are held throughout the week in temples. Jehovah's Witnesses hold public worship services in Kingdom Halls at least twice a week. Mormons expect all members to tithe one tenth of their income to the church. This income goes to humanitarian work, printing supplies, building maintenance, etc. Mormon clergy is unpaid. Jehovah's Witnesses do not tithe or take up collections; all contributions are anonymous and voluntary, and all of their Kingdom Halls are built and maintained by unpaid volunteers. Mormons' standard worship service is similar in format to most Protestant churches, with hymns, prayers, the Sacrament ('Communion' or the 'Lord's Supper'), and a couple of short sermons. Jehovah's Witnesses' standard worship services include prayers, singing, and study directly out of the Bible, sometimes using other theocratic books as study aids. Both Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormons claim their organizations reflect the "Primitive Church" (follow the first century Christian model). Both churches seek to spread their word abroad and are known for going door-to-door to do so. Their intent is not to convert or baptize every person they speak to, but to give everyone in the world an opportunity to hear their message & the good news about God's Kingdom. Matthew 24:14 Both faiths have heath codes which outline proper diet, etc, but what these codes contain differs.
How many faiths in the world claim to follow Christ?
Christianity is the faith that claims to follow Christ. Churches and groups that consider themselves to be branches of Christianity, and therefore claim to follow Christ, are: Baptists, Methodists, Catholics, Full Gospel, Church of God, Pentecostal, Evangelicals, Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormons, Apostolics, Seventh Day Aventists, Presbyterians, Mennonites, and many, many more.
What is the gospel of Christ?
The gospel of Christ is Salvation.
On what device was Jesus Christ crucified?
A wooden cross.Answer:Christians believe that Jesus was crucified on a cross made of wood, and this is how His death has been portrayed in art throughout the ages. However, Jehovah Witnesses believe that Jesus was executed on an upright stake rather than a cross, and the version of the Bible used by Witnesses (rejected as being poor by all Christian groups) uses the word 'stake'. The Witnesses may have this belief because the condemned man (women were not crucified) carried only the cross-beam as the whole cross would have been too heavy. The Greek word in the Gospel accounts is σταυρόω (stauroō). The common meaning of the term is "to crucify" in the manner Christians would understand; but another meaning is "to stake" in the sense of to "drive down stakes" as when pitching a tent. As this is clearly not the context of the Gospel stories of Christ's death, we are left with the traditional meaning "to crucify".
