Podcast #89 – Beyond 9-11
On the 23rd anniversary of the terror attacks of 9-11, we look to the past and future juxtaposed with Bible prophecy
The Man of Lawlessness and “the Lie”
(00:02): You know, there is such a thing as truth. Remember Pontius Pilate when he was examining Jesus, and um, he asked Jesus, well, what is truth? Wasn't really a question, but, uh, an expression of doubt. But there is a truth. For example, there's such a thing as male and female. No one ever questioned that until <laugh> a few years ago. And now [...]
Podcast #88 – The Looming Storm
As the storm clouds of global war loom larger, this episode marks a renewed commitment to regular, weekly podcasts. Is World War Inevitable? Now you can leave a voice message that is up to three minutes in length. You can record your message and playback to make sure it’s okay. Then, enter your email and send. That’s it! Please ensure your built-in mic [...]
A Book of Remembrance Was Written Before Him
Although I have posted my commentaries on the Watchtower's daily text on the forum for the past two and a half years, I decided to post this article here so it will be translated for non-English readers. Wednesday, September 4th A book of remembrance was written before him for those fearing Jehovah.—Mal. 3:16. For thousands of years, Jehovah has been writing a special book. This book [...]
What Does the Bible Say About Pandemics?
This week, jw.org asks, "What Does the Bible Say About Pandemics?" It is a recycled article that I have commented on before, but since they keep repeating themselves, I am compelled to respond...again. As all of Jehovah’s Witnesses know, as well as many millions of others, for as long as it has existed, the Watchtower has proclaimed that we are living in the last days. The core belief of [...]
What Does the Bible Say About War?
There is a brief article on jw.org entitled: What Does the Bible Say About War? The opening paragraph poses another question: In ancient times, the Israelites waged war in the name of their God, Jehovah. Does this mean that God approves of modern warfare? As is well known, Jehovah’s Witnesses do not participate in the wars of the nations. Does that mean that God disapproves [...]
Why World War is Inevitable
I read with interest jw.org's recent banner article entitled: "Is World War Inevitable?—What Does the Bible Say?" Several bullet points quote news sources highlighting the numerous flashpoints around the world. Perhaps because the article was already penned weeks ago, it does not mention the latest, most egregious provocation: the NATO-backed invasion of Russia that some analysts claim is an attempt to goad Putin into using nuclear [...]
When you are extinguished I will cover the heavens and darken their stars
With each passing day, the world sinks deeper and deeper into conflict and crises. The civil chaos and war escalation are intentional—by design. On the surface, the conflict is being driven by the ascendancy of Russia, China, and the BRICS+. A multipolar world is replacing, yes, challenging the bankrupt Anglo empire that has dominated the world for the past two centuries, particularly since the end [...]
Do Not Treat Prophecies with Contempt
KINGDOM BULLETIN #26 A recent article on jw.org asked, What does the Bible say about political violence? The brief article made reference to the attempted assassination of the Slovakian prime minister as well as Donald Trump. The snippet explains these events are related to Paul’s prophecy about how, in the last days, men will be dominated by evil characteristics---which, is to say that political violence just [...]
I will reduce you to ashes on the earth
Jehovah’s Witnesses preach and teach that Satan is the ruler of the world---and that he is. That is what Jesus called him—the ruler of the world. Paul referred to the Devil as the god of this system. This is a fundamental, biblical truth. However, just because Satan has temporarily been given dominion over the world does not in any way mean that Jehovah has abdicated his [...]