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Obey Even If It Doesn’t Make Sense? – Really?

In recent years, some statements published by Jehovah’s Witnesses have drawn attention because of the strong emphasis they place on trusting organizational direction even when that direction may not appear reasonable.How does this model of authority compare with what we see in the Bible and especially in the first-century Christian congregation?

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Trust, Obedience, and Conscience: Does the Watchtower Organization Really Follow the First Century Pattern?

In recent years, some statements published by Jehovah’s Witnesses have drawn attention because of the strong emphasis they place on trusting organizational direction even when that direction may not appear reasonable. For example: “At that time, the life-saving direction that we receive from Jehovah’s organization may not appear practical from a human standpoint… All of […]