We are continuing our discussion of Paul’s Romans 4 teaching about faith and works.
We’ll assume that you have discussed Romans 4:1-5 with the Witnesses—either in one or two sessions and that now you are completing your look at Paul by moving on to Romans 4:6-8. Continue reading
In last week’s post, I shared with you some stone-in-the-shoe questions you can ask Jehovah’s Witnesses regarding Paul’s teaching on faith in works in Romans 4:1-3.
This week, I’m going to talk about how to get to the heart of Paul’s teaching about faith and works in Romans 4:4-5. Continue reading
When we read through the New Testament, we discover that an understanding of the relationship between faith and works is critical to our salvation.
In discussing faith and works with Jehovah’s Witnesses, ask for their help in understanding Paul’s teachings and request that they look with you at Romans 4:1-8. Continue reading
There are two significant barriers to Jehovah’s Witnesses coming to Jesus for salvation.
Barrier #1: They think they need to come to Jehovah through an organization.
Barrier #2: They believe it is sinful and idolatrous to pray to Jesus.
Ask the Witnesses to read the relevant scriptures and then ask some stone-in-the-shoe questions. Continue reading
Jehovah’s Witnesses see no need to come to Jesus personally for salvation.
They don’t believe such a thing is desirable or even possible.
One of the most effective passages with regard to coming to Jesus for forgiveness is John 5:39-40. Continue reading
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