That was so moving. I am glad that this is an open letter. Hopefully this can reach many who haven't already welcomed these
gentle people into their lives, and can serve as a warning to them and to those who have but may be already studying but haven't gotten baptized (such as myself). A real eye opener.
I don't think many realize the seriousness of getting involved in this religion. Many (once again...such as myself) in the beginning think of it as any other "church"....if you disagree with their teachings it's ok....or...if you change your mind and decide that this isn't for you then you can just go somewhere else. Unfortunately, unlike the other "christian" churches, you do
NOT have this freedom with the WTS. I know, prior to coming here, I was completely unaware of the seriousness of this. It hadn't even occurred to me that I couldn't decide later on that this wasn't for me without possibly, even probably, losing my family. That is a very scary reality. Many, and probably even MOST, never find this out until it is too late.
Thanks again for sharing this.
Sadie