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The Memorial of Christ’s Death — Bible Students vs. Jehovah’s Witnesses

Is the Memorial a personal vow of consecration or an organizational ritual of obedience? In this deep-dive audio debate, we explore the stark theological divide between the original teachings of Charles Taze Russell and the modern practices of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

As the date of Nisan 14 approaches, this discussion unpacks the “Grand Report” of Read more…

Easter Debate: Pagan Tradition or Christian Liberty?

This audio presentation features a compelling and respectful debate between a modern Jehovah’s Witness and a Bible Student (representing the original views of Charles Taze Russell). The discussion centers on one of the most controversial shifts in the movement’s history: the total rejection of holidays vs. the exercise of Christian liberty.

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Celebrating the Memorial – Listen to the Conference Call Here

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Bible Student Elder, David Stein led a round table discussion on this topic with Bible Student Elders Ric Cunningham and Len Griehs.

How did the Early Church celebrate the Memorial? How did the Early Watchtower Bible Students celebrate the Memorial under the teachings Read more…

Christian Questions Latest Podcast Episode

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Latest Episode #1429: How Is My Faith Revealed When I Am at Work? – March 23, 2026View or download (PDF): CQ Rewind Show Notes

Learning to properly apply Christian principles in our daily experiences

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The Great Debate: The Modern JW View vs. The Original Bible Student View

“Looking to our Past for lessons to help inform our Future”.

At Beyond the Watchtower, we are dedicated to exploring the rich history and deep doctrines of the Watchtower movement. As part of our mission to make the gospel available through multimedia offerings and the latest technology, we are excited to present a compelling Read more…