Surviving Paradise

In a recent JW Broadcast, Brother Gary Breaux assured the universe that the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses 'never lies' and 'we can trust them.' Let's do some fact checking.  TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast

The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses wants you to believe that God is   omniscient and omnipotent. They teach millions that he wields his power over space and time selectively, much like choosing you're favorite Spotify play list... and that creates many questions. Let's dive into the unexplainable... including how his ambivalence influences 'free will.' DeLorean not...

All people want to be seen, heard ... and loved. The human ego is essential to a healthy life. However, with a quick look at their history, it's easy to see that the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses have found ways to manipulate the egos of over eight million people. How do they do it? We take a look at the subtle programming utilized by the nine guys in upstate New York. TWITTER: @...

How long before the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses begins to revise history and limit access to their past nuggets of 'holy spirit?' The Watchtower Online Library contains hidden treasures that are available to all! But with recent court losses and their desire to trap younger generations, will they scrub some of their stupidity of the past? Listen in. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast I...

The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses have been very busy receiving 'new light.' from Jesus Christ. It's a pattern. What will they change next? We predict the next three changes in 'god's organization'... and how it will impact future citizens of paradise.   TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast

Governing Body Update #2 gave us a glimpse into the mind of King Jesus Christ of Jehovah's Witnesses. Taking time out of his imminent plans to kill everyone who disagrees with his nine guys in upstate New York, he has informed the universe that 'his people' can now greet disfellowshipped people. Not to be overlooked is that the sisters can now toss their razors and wear pants... joi...

Answers vary. But why not let the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses answer that question for themselves? As it turns out, they've had a lot to say about what makes a cult. We take a look at THEIR definition of a 'cult' from their own literature, allegedly written under the direction of holy spirit. Their answer may surprise you. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingpar...

Many wonder how Jehovah's Witnesses can't see the obvious: that the Governing Body is manipulating their minds. When a person breaks free from 'the truth,' they are often angry at being duped. We look at how the nine guys in upstate New York and their predecessors have been doing it for over a century... and why it works. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcas...

Nothing is off limits to the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses... and that includes your unbaptized mate. What does that look like for the Witness and their unknowing spouse? Both parties suffer. We take a look at decades of counsel from the 'faithful & discreet slave' that ranges from dishonest... to deadly.  TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast

The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses claim that god has always had a visible 'organization' here on the earth. They claim the history of their organization goes back to Adam & Eve, that Noah's Ark is an ancient symbol for their printing and real estate empire... and all of this despite centuries where no one can prove an organization existed. Why does the Almighty need...

To forgive is divine... nowhere should that be more evident than inside the 'best and happiest people on earth,' Jehovah's Witnesses. But does the culture encourage forgiveness? How do you get Jehovah's forgiveness? What does it look like to forgive someone inside the organization? TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast

The entire life of a Jehovah's Witness is based on a fantasy created by Judge Joe Rutherford in 1935 that includes witnessing people they love resurrected and living together forever on a paradise earth. But what happens when they realize it's a lie? What's the impact emotionally? How do they face the rest of their lives?  TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast

Once you know something is wrong, a Jehovah’s Witness faces complex questions about their future. What should they do? Can they fake it? Can they live an authentic life ‘under the radar?’ A few things to consider… TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast

The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses wants us all to know that they're not a 'doomsday cult'... even as they base the entire religion on an earth wide destruction that features the forces of nature, including a flesh eating scourge. Who takes the lead in this event? Them. Listen in on decades of proof that the entire 'religion' points to a.... doomsday. TWITTER:...

Prayer is arguably the most personal of all Jehovah's Witness habits. But the act of prayer, as taught by the Governing Body, comes with a long list of questions, including a few regarding Jehovah's character... and how effective it is as a form of intimate communication. Join us as we take a look at prayer, as taught by Jehovah's Witnesses. TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivin...

Can you keep a secret? Jehovah's Witnesses have lots of them... and it starts at the top with Jehovah himself. The Governing Body claims that true religion has no secrecy, even as they shell out millions of dollars to keep their secrets hidden from the world. We take a look at the history of secrecy inside the organization they call 'the truth.' TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: surv...

The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses claim to be the 'voice of Jesus Christ' and the only true source of wisdom. With a long history of 'interesting' counsel, join us for our second installment of their Greatest Hits grab bag where we tackle what to say when you have boogers, how not to drink beverages and why charity is a big 'no-no' in 'god's org...

In their own words, Jehovah's Witness elders are portrayed as shepherds and healers who are consumed with knowing and nurturing each member of the congregation. However, few Witnesses seem to have that experience. Are elders dependable protectors of God's sheep? We take a look... TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast

In a Friday news dump on December 15, 2023, the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses relayed a message from heaven, giving men permission to grow hair on their faces. After almost a century of telling men how to suppress their hair follicles, they will now sport a new style as they remind the rest of us that we are in year 110 of the 'last days.' How should we view this 'new l...

Move over 1914, 1919 and 1975! 2023 was a historic year for Jesus and his Governing Body in upstate New York! We take a look at a few of the highlights that made year 109 of the 'Last Day's' one to remember!  TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM: survivingparadisepodcast

Despite claims to the contrary, many Jehovah’s Witness that leave the ‘organization’ continue to hold onto Christian beliefs. They leave with fear that they not only lost their family, friends and religion… but God himself. We take a look at the power of promises… and an overlooked Biblical guarantee that proves you can dump the Governing Body… and continue your relationship with God.  TWITTER: @e...

Jehovah's Witnesses consider anyone outside their organization as a "worldly person" that is alienated from God and controlled by Satan the Devil. The end result is a life without normal relationships... and a morbid belief that their neighbors, schoolmates, and co-workers are doomed to destruction... creating an awkward dynamic where they insult the very people they claim committed...

Despite Jesus Christ never mentioning the Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses in the Bible, they claim he chose them personally and that they alone have rare insights into the King. We take a look at three things the nine guys in upstate New York teach us about history's most important person... and well... the guy in the Gospels looks a lot different since choosing Jehovah's Witn...

The Governing Body of Jehovah's Witnesses laid the groundwork for the future of the religion during the 2023 Annual Meeting. With an admission that they're neither inspired nor infallible, they will continue to move forward demanding strict obedience from their followers. With a long history of doctrines that wasted and ended lives, they offer no apology... nor are they embarrassed. What...

With all the changes and the insanity Jehovah’s Witnesses have been subjected to in 2023… and throughout their history… why don’t they just leave the organization? Why to do they ‘take it?’ Unfortunately, leaving isn’t that easy. We take a look at the reasons why millions of mostly good, well intentioned people stay inside an ever changing, deceitful organization.  TWITTER: @exjwpodcast INSTAGRAM:...