Jehovah's Witnesses: What does it mean to be a footstep follower?

(1 Peter 2:21) 21 In fact, to this [course] YOU were called, because even Christ suffered for YOU, leaving YOU a model for YOU to follow his steps closely

Can you read our hearts? Since you cannot, how do you know that we are "always removed from a personal relationship with the savior Jesus Christ"? Each one of us is responsible for our own relationship with God through Jesus, our mediator and our king. The footsteps we follow are Jesus figurative footsteps, meaning his example. The bible says that if we judge others then we will be judged accordingly. Only Jehovah God can read hearts and knows where our relationship with him stands.

The real ones removed from a personal relationship with Jesus are the ones who refuse to serve Jesus,s God- rev 3:12, 1 cor 15:24-28--- it is the Father-the only true God Jesus taught-John 17:1-6-- so did his true followers 1 cor 8:6 --- its fact trinity translators centuries ago altered Gods word to fit their teaching--- its fact-Moses,David,Solomon,Job,Daniel, etc all served a single being God named YHWH(Jehovah) so did Jesus and his true followers.

I am not removed from a relationship with Christ Jesus, he is my king. He gave us the perfect example to follow, so it is Christ I follow.

The only thing about foot steps that I have ever heard is from other religions that hang a picture on their wall with a little poem called foot steps. This is not from the Jehovah's Witnesses.

You are mistaken.

Good Question

Deuteronomy 32:39 KJV God said I am

See now that I, even I, am he, and there is no god with me: I kill , and I make alive ; I wound , and I heal : neither is there any that can deliver out of my hand.

John 8:24 KJV Jesus said I am

I said therefore unto you, that ye shall die in your sins: for if ye believe not that I am he, ye shall die in your sins.

The Jehovah Witnesses say Jesus is not Almighty God and Jesus said: if you do not believe I AM you will die in your sin (of unbelief), which means, you will be rejected at judgment. Its important to believe on who Jesus said who he is. He clearly claimed to be God Almighty himself. If you reject this then you will die in your sins. He made this very clearly.

The truth is the father, son and holy spirit is Almighty God.

If you reject this then you reject Almighty God

Jesus NEVER said he is an angel but Jesus DID say he is the I am of the old testament.

firstborn can mean firstborn into a family and it can also mean a title of high rank.

The word first creation is NOT in Colossians 1:15. The word first creation is NOT in Hebrews 1:16. These two verses DO NOT even say Michael. There for its not valid to say Michael is the first creation in either of these two verses since Michael is NOT mentioned.

In Rev 22:8

John fell down to worship an angel and the angel said no don't do that worship God

In Philippians 2:10-11

every knee will bow to Jesus

Jesus cant be an angel because we cant bend our knees and bow down to an angel.

The JWs follow the footsteps of the recently just turned invisible "the faithful and discrete slaves".

*** w07 12/1 pp. 29-30 Are You for Jehovah’s Sovereignty? ***

A Model to Follow

Today, the good news of the Kingdom is being preached in many lands, as Jesus prophesied it would be. (Matthew 24:14) As a result, millions of people have dedicated their life to God. They are excited about the blessings that the Kingdom will bring. They look forward to living forever in peace and security on a paradise earth, and they joyfully tell others about their hope. (Psalm 37:11; 2 Peter 3:13) Are you one of these Kingdom proclaimers? If so, you are to be commended. There is, however, something else that each one of us must consider.

The apostle Peter wrote: “Christ suffered for you, leaving you a model for you to follow his steps closely.” (1 Peter 2:21) Note that in this instance, Peter mentioned, not Jesus’ zeal in preaching or his skill in teaching, but his suffering. As an eyewitness, Peter was well-aware of the extent to which Jesus was willing to suffer in order to submit to Jehovah’s sovereignty and prove Satan to be the liar that he is. In what ways, then, can we follow Jesus’ steps? We must ask ourselves: ‘To what extent am I willing to suffer in order to support and honor Jehovah’s sovereignty? Do I show by the way I live my life and carry out my ministry that upholding Jehovah’s sovereignty is my foremost concern?’—Colossians 3:17.

Every day, we are confronted with trials and decisions, large and small. What should be the determining factor in our response? For example, when we are face-to-face with temptation to do something that would jeopardize our Christian standing, how do we react? When Peter told Jesus to be kind to himself, what was Jesus’ reaction? “Get behind me, Satan!” Jesus exclaimed. “You think, not God’s thoughts, but those of men.” (Matthew 16:21-23) Or when we are offered opportunities for financial or career advancement at the cost of our spiritual welfare, do we react as Jesus did? When Jesus sensed that those who saw his miracles “were about to come and seize him to make him king,” he quickly withdrew from them.—John 6:15.

Why did Jesus react so strongly on these and other occasions? Because he saw clearly that more than his personal safety or advantage was involved. He wanted to do his Father’s will and uphold Jehovah’s sovereignty at all costs. (Matthew 26:50-54) Thus, if we do not have the real issue clearly in mind at all times, as Jesus did, there is always the danger of compromise or failure. Why so? Because we can easily fall prey to the machinations of Satan, who is a master in making what is wrong appear desirable, as he did when tempting Eve.—2 Corinthians 11:14; 1 Timothy 2:14.

In our ministry, we endeavor to speak to people regarding their concerns and to show them the Bible’s answers. This is an effective way to arouse their interest in studying the Bible. Ultimately, however, our goal is not just to help people to know what the Bible says or what blessings God’s Kingdom will bring. We must help them to come to grips with the real issue. Are they willing to become true Christians and pick up their “torture stake” and suffer for the sake of the Kingdom? (Mark 8:34) Are they ready to join the ranks of those who are for Jehovah’s sovereignty and thus prove Satan a liar and a slanderer? (Proverbs 27:11) It is our privilege to help ourselves and others to do so.—1 Timothy 4:16.

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In obedience to Christ’s instructions, “Keep doing this in remembrance of me,” the 14th day of Nisan continues to be observed by his followers till this day as the time for memorializing Christ’s death.—Lu 22:19, 20; see LORD’S EVENING MEAL.