Hi everyone
I've just finished my fourth and final "Under the Microscope" series of articles in which (hopefully) I've debunked many of the arguments often put forward by those claiming that Jehovah's Witnesses MUST be God's sole channel of communication with mankind.
This latest article focusses mostly on "The Finished Mystery" and the many errors contained therein that prove it couldn't possibly have been approved by Christ when he was ostenisbly selecting the Bible Students as his chosen earthly representatives in 1919. I would like to thank and acknowledge Alfred as being a huge help in compiling a list of key "highlights" of the book that serve to expose it for what it really is - a total work of fiction and absurdity.
Shortly before Alfred left this forum, we discussed the possibility of using his list to produce a special leaflet that people could print out themselves and insert in their "Revelation Climax" books, or "Revelation Climax" books belonging to family members. I'm delighted to announce (with my best Sunday afternoon convention speaker voice!) that this leaflet is now ready, and available for download on the links below:
Highlights from the Finished Mystery - A4 format
Highlights from the Finished Mystery - Letter format
(You'll notice I've designed the leaflets to be printed double-sided and then folded.)
Like I said, if this leaflet can be used to get the word out about this awful book among JWs, that would be "absolutely wonderful" (to quote Guy Pierce). I have checked all of Alfred's references, made one or two "tweaks" here and there to make them more "bullet proof", and also added a few extra notes of my own. I must say that trawling through the book was a draining experience, and in my article I compare it to walking in on an elderley relative who is in a compromising situation!!
Obviously, if you could give me your feedback on the "1919" article itself, that would be appreciated. Here is the link:
http://jwsurvey.org/cedars-blog/under-the-microscope-the-watch-tower-societys-claims-to-divine-direction-part-4
In the article, as well as discussing 1918/1919 doctrine at length, I also touch on my "makeweight scenario" for explaining the fallacy of increased light, as well as including a few barbed remarks about the Governing Body and their apparent disdain for the anointed, who they ostensibly "represent". You'll notice I've tried to use scriptures and references wherever possible, and make the tone of the article "JW friendly" as far as my writing skills and honesty will allow.
Anyway, over to you! Hope you can make use of the new leaflet!
(As always, if you haven't yet participated in the 2012 JW survey, please do so!)
Cedars