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1 Pet 2:5,9; 1 Cor 3:16,17; Eph 2:20-22 - The anointed priesthood and Temple/House of God “Representing the royal priesthood are appointed elders, who serve in positions of responsibility in congregations of Jehovah’s people around the earth. These men deserve our respect and wholehearted support, whether they are of the anointed or not. Why? Because, through his holy spirit, Jehovah has appointed the older men to their positions.” w02 8/1 p. 13-14 Are God’s laws contradictive? "Appoint Aaron and his sons to serve as priests; anyone else who approaches the sanctuary is to be put to death.” Num 3:10 "Rather than challenge their authority, we truly appreciate our hardworking elders!" "Say to rebellious Israel, ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Enough of your detestable practices, people of Israel! 7 In addition to all your other detestable practices, you brought foreigners uncircumcised in heart and flesh into my sanctuary, desecrating my temple while you offered me food, fat and blood, and you broke my covenant. 8 Instead of carrying out your duty in regard to my holy things, you put others in charge of my sanctuary." Ezek 44:6-9 "Don’t let anyone deceive you in any way, for that day will not come until the rebellion occurs and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the man doomed to destruction. He will oppose and will exalt himself over everything that is called God or is worshiped, so that he sets himself up in God’s temple, proclaiming himself to be God." 2 Thess 2:3,4 "And then the lawless one will be revealed, whom the Lord Jesus will overthrow with the breath of his mouth and destroy by the splendor of his coming." 2 Thess 2:8

They have caused division in the congregations. Matt 24:48- "But suppose that servant is wicked and says to himself, ‘My master is staying away a long time,’ 49 and he then begins to beat his fellow servants and to eat and drink with drunkards. 50 The master of that servant will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour he is not aware of. 51 He will cut him to pieces and assign him a place with the hypocrites, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth."

Such a (faithful and discreet) slave is appointed by Christ, to provide spiritual provisions (Matt 24:45; 7:17,19; John 15:8). Yet Jesus asks us to contemplate... "Who really is?" It would obviously not be the ones touting the claim... (and enforcing it with persecution by an army of Gentile "elders" - Zech 4:6,14; Jer 17:5; Luke 12:45; Rev 9:3; 13:15( ...but rather, the ones really providing the proper food (scriptural truth) at the proper time (alert and awake as to the hour of need); though not laying claim to such a distinction (John 7:18)... knowing that this stature can only be bestowed and affirmed by Christ, upon his return (John 8:18; 16:13-15; Rev 22:6,7; Matt 24:46,47; Luke 12:37-43). The FDS would also be those who provide the spiritual food according to the method Jesus indicated. What method is that? Rather than being clearly announced, extolled, and possessing an established place (Matt 24:23; Luke 21:8; Matt 24:26); as Christ's representatives (2 Cor 5:20; 13:3; Rom 15:17,18; Luke 12:3; Matt 10:27,30), they would simply be "flashing" "light" around the globe (Matt 24:26-28; 5:14; John 8:12). "Eagles" would have to use their keen discernment to search out these "slain ones"/"carcass" (“killed” for their testimony of Christ Rev 13:15; Rev 11:3,7) (Mark 8:35; Rev 6:9,11; 12:11; Matt 24:28; Rev 12:14,6; 11:3,8). They would be recognized by their true/fine fruit....not by a menacing self-proclamation. (Matt 7:20; Mal 3:18) The true "light"/"food" would be sourced in the true vine (John 15:4,5), and this light of truth would be a manifestation of Christ himself, unified with his faithful cloud (John 16:13,14; 14:26; Rev 11:3; Matt 10:27; Luke 12:12; 21:15; Mark 13:26; Heb 12:1; Matt 25:31; Heb 2:5,16) Pearl Doxsey https://4womaninthewilderness.blogspot.com/2014/08/who-really-is-matt2445.html

What sin has the man committed that requires a change of heart? Is it for leaving the organization? That is not found as a sin in the Bible. God is not an organization, and an organization is not Almighty God. Why do JWs compare God to a man made corporation? Are you counting God as equal to the organization? This is idolatry. Isa 46: 5 Now, that is a grave sin. The disgusting thing stands in the Temple of God, where it doesn't belong. (Mark 13:14; 2 Thess 2:3,4; Rev 11:1,2) Who rules over the anointed "living stones"/Temple of God? (1 Pet 2:5,9; 1 Cor 3:16,17) The abomination that causes desolation is in the face of all JWs. 4Jah and his wife are wise to leave the organization behind. (Matt 24:15,16) “If those days had not been cut short, no one would survive, but for the sake of the elect those days will be shortened. 23 At that time if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Messiah!’ (meaning "anointed") or, ‘There he is!’ do not believe it. 24 For false messiahs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect. 25 See, I have told you ahead of time." (Matt 24:22-25)

I would imagine every locale is different. Where I am, wearing the masks seem to be a minor hinderance to most; as if they are adapting to the restriction put on a normally outgoing and friendly people. They are for the most part, still themselves, which is probably not the case everywhere. Sometimes though, I feel the pandemic is all a demonic setup to magnify 2 Tim 3:1-5 as having its fulfillment in the world. But, further down in 2 Timothy it states, "In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, 13 while evildoers and impostors will go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived." Does the GB know what being persecuted for following Jesus Christ is all about? Nope, they are insulated by their own doctrine. They are "lovers of themselves". Imposters use deception to put on the air of "godliness". 2 Tim 3:1-5 describes the environment in the organization.

"This is my first video. I'm not sure how many videos I will do. I hope to reach out to Jehovah's Witnesses and former JW's in the Missouri area. My reason to do these videos is not to hurt anyone but to bring awareness to the issues that face JW's that are in a high control group." Please, hear his words. Elders are realizing that as "shepherds", compassion must be regulated according to men, and not according to the Bible.

Your words are good, but your view is that the faithful people of God are within the organization. I think you need to turn full circle, and see your organization for what it is. It is the GB/leadership in the elders, who oppose any truth about scripture from other anointed ones, as well as many who confront them about their lies...this dominion, which makes it their business to "scoff". So much so, that in judicial committees, the elders show their "enmity" toward truth. The GB's word is all that matters. I am totally amazed at the support an organization is given that has so many failed teachings and prophesies. "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world." 1 John 4:1 You do know that every failed teaching that the GB says comes from God, proves that they are sinners?

This was a source of contention with a JW, waking up. The quote is from 3/2021 Study article, “Love Helps Us Endure Hatred” Paragraph 7: “Perhaps one of our biggest tests comes from members of our own family. When we begin to show interest in the truth, some family members may think that we have been misled. Others may think that we have lost our mind. (Compare Mark 3:21) They may even violently oppose us. This negative reaction should not surprise us. Jesus said: “A man’s enemies will be those of his own household.” (Matt 10:36) Of course, regardless of how our relatives view us, we refuse to treat them as our enemies. On the contrary, as our love for Jehovah grows, so does our love for people. (Matt 22:37-39) But we will never compromise our standards by ignoring Bible laws and principles just to please another human.” After speaking about maggots, GB Anthony Morris states, “but what a fitting picture of the final end of all of God’s enemies. Sobering, yet something we look forward to. “And frankly for friends of Jehovah God, how reassuring that they’re finally gonna be gone, all these despicable enemies that have just reproached Jehovah’s name – destroyed; never ever to live again.” “Despicable” - deserving hatred and contempt. WT study article: - “Of course, regardless of how our relatives view us, we refuse to treat them as our enemies. On the contrary, as our love for Jehovah grows, so does our love for people” The contradictions never end. What will JWs do? Will they compromise God’s laws and principles to please their leader, who considers all apostates as “deserving of hatred and contempt”? Will they walk in his footsteps or in the footsteps of Christ, who said: “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, 45 that you may be sons of your Father in heaven; for He makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust. 46 For if you love those who love you, what reward have you? Do not even the tax collectors do the same? 47 And if you greet your brethren only, what do you do more than others? Do not even the tax collectors do so? 48 Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.” Matt 5:43-58 Jezebel was a prophetess who tolerated no rivalry, and freely killed God’s people who were a threat to her prominent position. Why do God’s people tolerate a leadership that desires to “kill” (disfellowship) any who refuse to “sacrifice” to its idol/organization? (Rev 13:15) Since these leaders clearly are not following Bible council considering “enemies”, they are committing spiritual immorality. Harlotry. (Rev 17:1-6) This is not just one instance where they do not follow Bible council. “Nevertheless I have a few things against you, because you allow that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess, to teach and seduce My servants to commit sexual immorality and eat things sacrificed to idols. 21 And I gave her time to repent of her sexual immorality, and she did not repent. 22 Indeed I will cast her into a sickbed, and those who commit adultery with her into great tribulation, unless they repent of their deeds.” Rev 20-22

If righteousness will fill the earth in the Kingdom of God, (2 Pet 3:13; 1 John 3:7) then all who are blessed to be there, will be found righteous – and these seamless righteous hearts will never be tested again (as the WT states they will after a thousand years into the Kingdom). (Mark 12:29,30) This earth will be filled with God’s children who will inherit the earth, as God promised through Abraham. After Jesus received this inheritance,(Gal 3:16; Ps 2:7,8) then the faithful anointed in Christ receive it (Matt 25:34); and at the fulfillment of the New Covenant/promise of life, all children of God will share the inheritance. This inheritance will be enjoyed by Jesus, and his Bride, not from a distance, but with the entire family of God. (Gen 28:10-14; Gal 3:29; Rev 21:2; John 1:51; Heb 2:5,16) Matt 6:10; Rev 21:3; Rom 8:19,21; Rev 21:2; 22:17 The "other sheep" applied to those not anointed, is a misnomer. https://4womaninthewilderness.blogspot.com/2013/05/addition-to-http4womaninthewilderness.html

You're right, the title is total clickbait and before posting it, I should have watched it. But!! I agree one hundred percent with the letter posted at the end of the video.

There will be no kingdom of God, if the capstone of the Temple is not sealed. This is how important the priesthood of God is. (Zech chapter 4; Mal 2:7; 1 Pet 2:5,9) They will not be found faithful holding onto the skirts of the GB, who tell them falsehoods. They must give their life only to Christ. They must stand for HIS truth, not the doctrine of men. His truth is the measuring line that they are judged by. (Zech 2:1,2; Rev 11:1-3) You appear to have your own doctrine about the anointed; mixed well with the doctrine of false prophets. Perhaps you can use some scripture to support your words. The priesthood is God's "special possession", to be refined and trained to serve all of His children. In this case, to serve all, they do receive "special treatment" as "first fruits", the "first born". But this treatment is for the benefit of His children that follow. You should have a little respect for the Temple of God. (1 Cor 3:16,17; Eph 2:20-22)

The mindset of both Jesus and the apostles was to expose lies. Your organization was set out to do this with Christendom, and now you are saying that the organization’s own lies must be tolerated and not exposed? Jesus exposed the lies of his people, and those who are members of his Body, should do the same. John 8:44; Eph 5:11 Who truly has Christian traits? Those who tolerate false and changed teachings? Or those who LISTEN to his warnings about false prophets to arise and mislead many, even the "elect"? (Mark 13:22; Matt 24:24) Every single falsehood in the organization has no part with Jesus Christ who is pure truth. They are "doctrines of demons". 1 Tim 4:1

Where does your loyalty stand, with the organization and a GB who are not inspired, or with God and Jesus Christ? Where is the humility of men who cannot even consider their anointed brothers in Christ, but choose a vast army of unanointed "Gentiles" to do their bidding? Are you as arrogant as they are? If God truly blessed the organization, he would make it possible for all of "Israel" to come together and lead it in truth. Yet, instead, for rejecting lies, "Israel" can be condemned to "death" through disfellowshipping. They are the victors against this Beast/organization. (Rev 13:15; 15:2) In the end, only those who put their faith in God and Jesus, are saved. This is why the road is narrow and cramped. Don't you see? Your leaders boast of how the organization is growing by leaps and bounds. Growing! That road is not narrow, it is broad leading to destruction. Only those who listen to Christ, his pure teachings, will be on the road leading to life. Every word proven to be a lie by these men will be their judge. Matt 12:37 - For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.”

Is the GB following Christ's example, by lording it over Christ's brothers? Are Christ's brothers following him, or men? Who really set up this arrangement of a composite "faithful slave" expecting obedience to them? If you are told that you MUST obey the GB...no matter what they teach, right or wrong, this is a dominion created by men. It is tyranny, a beating down of one's own ability to decipher truth from lies. Jesus and the Father don't expect us to listen to failed teachings, and they certainly wouldn't inspire their true leaders with a false teaching. This is hypocrisy. "Thus says the Lord of hosts: “Do not listen to the words of the prophets who prophesy to you. They make you worthless; They speak a vision of their own heart, Not from the mouth of the Lord." Jer 23:16 "On the other hand, that servant, if he is wicked, may think that it will be a long time before his master comes. (1914, 1925...1975) The servant may begin to beat the other servants and eat and drink with the drunks. His master will return unexpectedly. Then his master will severely punish him and assign him a place with the hypocrites. People will cry and be in extreme pain there." Matt 24:48-51 Are you drunk on the wine of harlots/false prophets? Rev.18:3; Jer.51:7; Matt.13:15; 1Cor.15:34; 1Pet.1:13; 5:8; 1Thess.5:6; Luke 21:36,35 https://4womaninthewilderness.blogspot.com/2013/01/spiritual-virginity-what-is-it.html

The Head is Jesus Christ. What man has the right to dominate the Body as the GB has done to all the anointed? For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has dealt to each one a measure of faith. 4 For as we have many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function, 5 so we, being many, are one body in Christ, and individually members of one another. 6 Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, let us prophesy in proportion to our faith; 7 or ministry, let us use it in our ministering; he who teaches, in teaching; 8 he who exhorts, in exhortation; he who gives, with liberality; he who leads, with diligence; he who shows mercy, with cheerfulness. Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion. Romans 12:3-8,16 Isn't it true that the GB judges their own "brothers" in Christ, showing their superiority over all? In fact, they have a full army of men not anointed to judge Christ's brothers. "Who are you to judge another’s servant? To his own master he stands or falls. Indeed, he will be made to stand, for God is able to make him stand." Rom 14:4

Toward the end of the video, a letter is on the screen from “Jesus of Nazareth”, quoting Matt 7:21-23. This, after quotes were made of Jesus’ involvement with the organization, supposedly appointing a “faithful and discreet slave”. After taking time to watch it, I see the message that he is trying to get across. Because of their lies, their cover-up of child abuse, their arrogance to follow their own desires and earthly organizational structure, the organization IS at war…against Christ. In one photo is a picture of the GB and Jesus. This is what the man who made the video is alluding to, when saying a GB member resigns. He's got the point of Armageddon, which is a war against truth and lies. An organization/Beast, a false prophet/Beast and the father of the lie battle against those "in Christ", his "kings of the earth". (Rev 13:1,2,11,12) ("kings of the earth" Rev 1:5; 5:9,10) They use lies coming out of their mouths, to hold "captive" the "saints" to Watchtower's rulership, with threats of "death" if they leave. (Rev 13:5-7,15) Those from all over the world, from "every tribe tongue and nation", are also under the dominance of deception. (Col 2:8; Rev 13:10) "And I saw three unclean spirits like frogs coming out of the mouth of the dragon, out of the mouth of the beast, and out of the mouth of the false prophet. 14 For they are spirits of demons, performing signs, which go out to the kings of the earth and of the whole world, to gather them to the battle of that great day of God Almighty." “Behold, I am coming as a thief. Blessed is he who watches, and keeps his garments, lest he walk naked and they see his shame.” 16 And they gathered them together to the place called in Hebrew, Armageddon." Rev 16:13-16)

Exactly. Clickbait.

I can't find any other information than what the video states. Once the video is played (if valid), it should be available to watch any time. If there is another source of information found regarding this, I'll post it here for you.

Well, they've already downplayed Jesus. It seems to me that if any governing body member was dismissed, it would be ...edit...Kenneth Cook, who has always seemed to be a round peg in a square hole. We barely see him in the videos. If any were to display one shred of humility, it would be him. But the description of the video points out that it is one of the prominent governing body members. Not really sure what that means.

It is telling me that it will play in 2 hours, which would be 5:00 EST. You can be alerted when the program starts. I guess we'll know then if it is valid.

2 Cor 5:20 – “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.” If the governing leaders of the organization are Christ’s ambassadors of truth, would he allow them to misrepresent his teachings with failed and erroneous doctrine? The man who made the attached video portrays a simple and logical consequence, prompted by the governing body admitting they are not “inspired” by Holy Spirit. I invite you to consider his good reasoning. Despite their admittance to gross errors in teaching, could we determine that they are inspired by another spirit to speak their lies, which would facilitate the need to brush away their proven falsehoods away with deceptive excuses? (Matt 7:15,16; 24:4,5,24,25; 1 Tim 4:1; Rev 13:14,15; 16:13,14) Most certainly their approach to offering “nourishing spiritual food” would not be approved by Jesus, who expects those whom he sends as his ambassadors, to produce “fruit”/teachings that are built upon – light upon light - not replaced, not chucked into the garbage heap, where numerous books published by the organization are periodically ending up. (Eccl 12:11-14) “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.” John 15:16 Since Jesus is life, light and truth, his teachings provide us with a clear path of understanding. (John 8:12; 14:6;1 John 1:7;5:20) His ambassadors representing his truth, must do the same; which is to lead their hearers directly to Jesus and his teachings. (Ps 119:160; John 1:17; John 14:16,17; 17:17; 1 Tim 3:15) Anyone producing their own doctrine, their own form of “light”, are “ambassadors” of the father of the lie. (John 8:44; 2 Cor 4:1-6; 11:4,13-15) "The fruit of light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth" (Eph 5:9). Keep in mind that this is not speaking of literal fruit, but of teaching/words (Matt 12:33-37; 7:20; Heb 13:15) The acceptable "fruit of light" is the "truth", and is only "goodness". It consists in "all righteousness", never guiding one into wrong thoughts or behavior. Such "light" results in life, eternally (John 1:1,4; 8:12; 12:46; Prov 11:30; 10:11; 3:13,18). The source of this "fruit of light", is the "Tree of Life", the "Word". All its wise "fruit", is "goodness". The Bible reveals that Satan's mouth, also bears "fruit"/teachings (Rev 16:13; 12:15; Col 2:8; 2 Cor 11:3; 1 Tim 6:20,21; Gen 3:4,5; Rev 2:24; James 3:15). Just as Jesus is "the way", and his teachings are the road to life; Satan's deceptions are the road which leads to destruction (2 Thess 2:9,10; Matt 7:13; Rev 12:9). All of Satan's teachings/"fruit" are lies, darkness, error/sin, and they lead to death (John 8:44; Heb 2:14; James 1:15). To take in knowledge of such evil teachings, is to be deceived. Eve herself obtained this falsely-called knowledge (Gen 3:13; 1 Tim 6:20; 2 Cor 11:14) which resulted in her death (Rom 5:12; Gen 2:17). Pearl Doxsey https://4womaninthewilderness.blogspot.com/2013/10/the-original-sin.html

"Will there be a disfellowshipping? Bethelites are facing a crisis of conscience with the revelation that one of their prominent Governing Body members will no longer be associated with their organization." Premiers at 4:00 EST

The only thing they are superior in, is creating deception and distorting truth. I mean, it has been twisted in every possible way, and through deception it is still accepted as truth! "I know that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock. 30 Men will rise up even from your own number and distort the truth to lure the disciples into following them. 31 Therefore be on the alert, remembering that night and day for three years I never stopped warning each one of you with tears." Acts 20:29-31 διαστρέφω diastréphō, dee-as-tref'-o; from G1223 and G4762; to distort, i.e. (figuratively) misinterpret, or (morally) corrupt:—perverse(-rt), turn away. Superiority? No, not for any one of us

For those JWs who don't believe in 1914, they should read this. For those JWs who believe Christ was reigning as King when on the earth, they should take note. This is how the organization established itself, on pure lies. How dare they use Judges 21:25, when scriptures clearly indicate that he was an established king when he came to earth. My kingdom is not of this world,” said Jesus. “If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would fight, so that I wouldn’t be handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.” 37 “You are a king then?” Pilate asked. “You say that I’m a king,” Jesus replied. “I was born for this, and I have come into the world for this: to testify to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth listens to my voice.” John 18:36-37 "He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high, having become as much superior to angels as the name he has inherited is more excellent than theirs." Heb 1:3,4 Who would deceive us by saying that Christ didn't become a reigning king until 1914? Who would desire an earthly kingdom based on the falsehood that Jesus was not reigning for 2,000 years after he was resurrected? Who offers the kingdoms of this world, with riches, prominence and rulership over people? Who desired to destroy Christ? Who desires to destroy the members of his Body? Look what happened to Stephen when he tried to explain the new way of worship. He was killed, just as what happens to those who try explain the reign of Christ. They are termed spiritually "dead" through disfellowshipping - for rejecting an earthly organization. Disfellowshipping is Satan's way of shutting up the truth about Christ. The organization has created a "world" based on what God rejected - literal "temples" for worship, the choosing of an organizational structure based on earthly matters. It is filled with blasphemous names and titles - about itself and its false power and authority over God's anointed. (Rev 13:1,2) It is the furthest thing from spiritual righteousness. It is the enemy of God's spiritual "organization" built on Christ. (1 Cor 12) Doesn't God and Jesus have the power to know each heart? Wouldn't they already know who their faithful slaves are and have been over the centuries? How dare men assume they are superior to Jesus Christ in knowing his servants. Look JWs, the organization is Satan's plan to derail God's Kingdom. You have been deceived. Wickedness has found its pedestal - the "mountainlike organization" that destroys righteousness. "Then the angel who was speaking with me came forward and told me, “Look up and see what this is that is approaching.” 6 So I asked, “What is it?” He responded, “It’s a measuring basket that is approaching.” And he continued, “This is their iniquity in all the land.” 7 Then a lead cover was lifted, and there was a woman sitting inside the basket. 8 “This is Wickedness,” he said. He shoved her down into the basket and pushed the lead weight over its opening. 9 Then I looked up and saw two women approaching with the wind in their wings. Their wings were like those of a stork, and they lifted up the basket between earth and sky. 10 So I asked the angel who was speaking with me, “Where are they taking the basket?” 11 “To build a shrine for it in the land of Shinar,” he told me. “When that is ready, the basket will be placed there on its pedestal.” Zech 5:5-11 While there are anointed outside of the organization who "fight" on the side of Christ - who expose the WT's lies, the GB "fights" on the side of its own established wickedness. They haven't returned to "apostolic teachings", but are false apostles who have set a foundation of doctrine outside of scripture. For the organization and its leaders to exalt its past leadership and its documented vault of lies, shows what king they have chosen to reign over them. (John 8:42-47) The anointed are messengers - the Greek meaning of "angel". What message do those "angels" in the organization bear? "come to Jehovah's organization for salvation". What "testimony" is given by Jesus' true servants? Rev 14:6-12 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Rev+14%3A6-13&version=CSB I didn't use enough scriptures to back up my words, of which I apologize. I am responding on emotions against unrighteousness. The sad thing, I am sure there are JWs who have blocked my comments - out of fear, a power their leaders have over them. So, they preserve their "life" by choosing lies over truth. 2 Thess 2:9-12; Matt 10:37-39

"It doesn’t take a genius to see what is being depicted in this illustration. This is a clear and unambiguous example of a hierarchy – right down to the numbering of the various groups or positions. It is a list of the various operational elements of the Watch Tower Society in a descending order of importance. When you look closely, you notice that even the chairs are more comfortable the higher up the ladder you happen to be! Governing Body members get plush leather executive chairs, while branch office members must make do with plain office swivel chairs. If you are an elder, you can consider yourself lucky to get a school canteen chair! Evidently the more privileged you are in God’s organization, the more seat padding you require. The Governing Body is now so comfortable with its authority that it sees nothing inappropriate about identifying the individual members on an organizational chart But there are other things that are noticeable about this illustration on close inspection. You notice that the current Governing Body members have vainly had their likenesses depicted in the illustration so that, when you look closely enough, they are individually recognizable. Perhaps of most striking significance is the one notable absentee from the illustration – Jesus Christ. True, the Society would likely argue that this is a picture depicting the earthly part of God’s organization, and Christ is in the heavenly part. Even so, this hasn’t stopped the Society from depicting Jehovah on his heavenly chariot in the same illustration. Even some of the angels are present. So why no Jesus? Especially if he is supposed to be “head of the congregation?” (Eph. 5:23) The answer is simple. Christ plays no role whatsoever in this organization and never actually has. His absence from this illustration may well be an oversight, but it is a telling one. The Governing Body is well and truly in charge, and they want us to know it. They take their orders from nobody but themselves. In this way, they are really no different from the Pope. In fact, take a look at this diagram I have prepared, which I believe demonstrates quite clearly that the hierarchical structures of the Catholic Church and Watch Tower Society are now eerily similar." https://jwsurvey.org/cedars-blog/are-jehovahs-witnesses-a-hierarchical-religion-and-does-it-matter