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Has Jehovah’s Witness’ “wtbts”, Practiced Lawlessness Against Children?

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This question was asked by a very vile and disturbed individual. I have been accused of many things from him that are not truth. He believes he is a Christian but his actions against me says otherwise.
here is what we believe about any type of abuse of Children.
Child abuse is abhorrent to us. This is in harmony with the Bible principle recorded at Romans 12:9. Even one abused child is one too many. For decades The Watchtower and Awake! have featured articles to educate both Witnesses and the public regarding the importance and the need to protect children from child abuse. Among others, there were the articles “Let Us Abhor What Is Wicked!” published in the January 1, 1997, issue of The Watchtower; “Help for the Victims of Incest,” in the October 1, 1983, Watchtower; “Your Child Is in Danger!” “How Can We Protect Our Children?” and “Prevention in the Home”, all in the October 8, 1993, Awake!, as well as “Child Molesting—Every Mother’s Nightmare,” in the January 22, 1985, Awake!
When any one of Jehovah’s Witnesses is accused of an act of child abuse, the local congregation elders are expected to investigate. Two elders meet separately with the accused and the accuser to see what each says on the matter. If the accused denies the charge, the two elders may arrange for him and the victim to restate their position in each other’s presence, with elders also there. If during that meeting the accused still denies the charges and there are no others who can substantiate them, the elders cannot take action within the congregation at that time. Why not? As a Bible-based organization, we must adhere to what the Scriptures say, namely, “No single witness should rise up against a man respecting any error or any sin . . . At the mouth of two witnesses or at the mouth of three witnesses the matter should stand good.” (Deuteronomy 19:15) Jesus reaffirmed this principle as recorded at Matthew 18:15-17. However, if two persons are witnesses to separate incidents of the same kind of wrongdoing, their testimony may be deemed sufficient to take action.
However, even if the elders cannot take congregational action, they are expected to report the allegation to the branch office of Jehovah’s Witnesses in their country, if local privacy laws permit. In addition to making a report to the branch office, the elders may be required by law to report even uncorroborated or unsubstantiated allegations to the authorities. If so, the elders receive proper legal direction to ensure that they comply with the law. Additionally, the victim or anyone else who has knowledge of the allegation may wish to report the matter to the authorities, and it is his or her absolute right to do so.
If, when confronted, the accused confesses that he is guilty of child abuse, the elders take appropriate congregational action. If he is not repentant, he will not be permitted to remain a member of the congregation. Even if he is repentant—is cut to the heart and is thus resolutely determined to avoid such conduct in the future—what was stated in the January 1, 1997, issue of The Watchtower applies. The article said: “For the protection of our children, a man known to have been a child molester does not qualify for a responsible position in the congregation. Moreover, he cannot be a pioneer [full-time missionary of Jehovah’s Witnesses] or serve in any other special, full-time service.” He would not qualify Scripturally. (1 Timothy 3:2, 7-10) We take such action because we are concerned with maintaining Bible standards and protecting our children. Everyone in our organization is expected to meet the same requirements, namely, to be clean physically, mentally, morally, and spiritually.—2 Corinthians 7:1; Ephesians 4:17-19; 1 Thessalonians 2:4.

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  1. Anonymous Says

    We have the best Bible-based policies against child abusers. This is all a pack of lies. They may have settled out of court with some lawsuits, but that is all legal decisions. It doesn’t mean they are guilty of it or anything else. Sometimes it’s just easier to settle out of court than it is to go through the publicity of a court case.
    I actually don’t believe there has ever been a true Jehovah’s Witness child abuser. Instead they are worldly people who pretend to be Jehovah’s Witnesses. It’s a Satanic conspiracy against us.

  2. Wonder Says

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djKTNIv9S…http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBWL6jSv8…http://www.eadt.co.uk/news/sudbury_jehov…

  3. Mom C Says

    If there had been an excessive amount of child abuse, do you not think that the news media would spread that like wildfire. We would be examined more closely than the Catholic Church since we are hated by the majority of people. Every religion has some perverts. It is condoning that perversion that is sick. The pope says that child molestation is normal and it has been happening for years. Talk about a sick religion.

  4. Old guy Says

    How much time will you report for this copy and paste. The burden of maintaining the what you perceive as a spotless organization for all those outside of your Society reminds me of the time Christ accused the Pharisee’s of cleaning the out side of the cup. Numbers drive all theological organizations run by man and, as long as this is the case as well as the condition of man, no organization can Truly represent our Father on earth in a spotless fashion. It is a sin to in fact be so proud of the level of sin that we maintain in any group.
    Trust me when I tell you that what you don’t know about your brothers and sisters behavior and motives is both a protection and an untruth being perpetrated upon you. This is true all the way up the chain.
    No, I don’t have a better place to turn to however, the narrow gate doesn’t have a great deal of time for chats or justification.
    Mom C – Wow! So, do you feel cleaner because you can point over the fence at what you are told is a greater sin than your neighbors are committing?
    Hatred has but one source and even though it helps your black and white world view, If I had to suggest a possible world view of you is one that is best described as apathetic and confused.

  5. teller of truths Says

    How do people who are not witness’ know this stuff..The congregations are made up families and each family are suppose to follow the guidance on rearing Children which most religions don’t care about.We are held responsible for their spiritual well being. Child abuse is not supported at all in the Bible. Never drive your children to resentment.”
    • “Don’t over-correct your children, or you will take all the heart out of them.”
    ‘That’s much more reasonable than the Bible’s advice,’ some may say. But this is the Bible’s advice. It is recorded at Ephesians 6:4 (The New Jerusalem Bible) and Colossians 3:21 (Phillips).
    Yes, the Bible’s viewpoint is reasonable. It acknowledges that physical punishment is usually not the most effective teaching method. Proverbs 8:33 says, “Listen to discipline” not, ‘Feel discipline.’ And Proverbs 17:10 points out that “a rebuke works deeper in one having understanding than striking a stupid one a hundred times.” Furthermore, Deuteronomy 11:19 recommends preventive discipline, taking advantage of casual moments to instill moral values in one’s children. Thus, the Bible’s view of discipline is balanced.
    On the other hand some parent do disciple their children and it coud be border line abuse.But cant we say this about ALL RELIGIONS. Should Catholics on a whole be casterized because of sexual abuse? Does the religion teach such things. NO.There are individual cases and should not be said that it’s part of our worship as it is not at all.We dont condone such things. But it is not a part of our religions doctorines at all. Each family handles this diffrently and if it is found out if a child is abused the elders of the congregation takes actions. We dont want to see any abuse to our children. Anybody who exposes falsity against us are ones who are opposed to Jehovahs Witness’. If you kno thi person who says tese things is an instegator or slanders I would not even respond as they are the ones who were prophesied in the Bible as Slander’s.Still, the Bible does mention “the rod” of discipline. (Proverbs 13:24; 22:15; 23:13, 14; 29:15) How is this to be understood?
    The word “rod” is translated from the Hebrew word she′vet. To the Hebrews, she′vet meant a stick or a staff, such as that used by a shepherd. In this context the rod of authority suggests loving guidance, not harsh brutality.—Psalm 23:4.
    She′vet is often used symbolically in the Bible, representing authority. (2 Samuel 7:14; Isaiah 14:5) When referring to parental authority, “the rod” does not refer exclusively to physical punishment. It encompasses all forms of discipline, which most often need not be physical. And when physical discipline is employed, it is usually because other methods have proved unsuccessful. Proverbs 22:15 says that foolishness is “tied up” (“anchored,” NJB; “deep-rooted,” The New English Bible) with the heart of the one receiving physical discipline. More than mere childish frivolity is involved

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