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JW Review Podcast

Mike Felker
Jehovah's Witnesses
Watchtower
Governing Body
Jesus Christ
Bible
Watchtower Society
Christianity
Ephesians
Forgiveness
David Splane
Great Tribulation
August 2024 Watchtower Study Edition
Overlapping Generations
Spiritual Paradise
Disfellowshipping
Shunning
Congregational Discipline
Individual Conscience
Higher Education
Elders

In this podcast, we analyze the beliefs and practices of the Jehovah's Witnesses from a biblical perspective. For more information, please visit www.michaeljfelker.com

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Reviewing Governing Body Update #2 with the change to the blood policy.

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Reviewing the Watchtower Study Article, “Continue to Satisfy Your ‘Spiritual Need'”, from the January 2026 Watchtower Study Edition for the week of March 2-8, 2026.

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Reviewing the study article, “The Book of Job Can Help You When You Suffer” from the December 2025 Watchtower Study Edition.

Topics of discussion: the problem of evil and suffering

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Reviewing Study Article 44, “Maintain Your Joy in Old Age” from the November 2025 Watchtower Study Edition for January January 5-11, 2026.

Topics of discussion: dealing with disappointments caused by Watchtower

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Host

Michael J. Felker
Host of the JW Review Podcast; analyzes Watchtower study material and JW doctrine from a biblical perspective.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Blind leading the blind

    These discussions between Christians of different denominations and sects of that religion are pointless.

    The more important issue is if there is a god. You will use your time much better if you follow Matt Dillahunty, and you listen to his discussions with believers.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Paja
    United States3 years ago
  • Truth

    Well done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Espeijer
    Canada3 years ago
  • “The truth about the truth”

    This is a great podcast to teach the truth about the truth! And getting better each episode!! Grew up Christian and still am but underwent a 6-month attempt by neighbors to try to convert my family to JWs and thank God through prayer God directed me to the truth by finding podcast like this to help me undo all the damage they did in such a short period of time. And I also can use it as a Bible study with a twist to coming growing in my faith.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Truewitnesses
    United States5 years ago
  • Garbage

    Apostate garbage.Just another troubled individual with an ax to grind

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    1
    Swagner72
    United States5 years ago
  • Very Helpful

    This podcast is very helpful for anyone who wants to keep up with what the WT is teaching. Mike has a very humble attitude who wants Christ to be glorified through this podcast. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hfcsgopykbdswt
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Insightful and balanced critique without hostility.
Consistently clear and biblically grounded in analysis.
Well-researched and thoughtful, especially on Watchtower articles.
Some listeners feel criticisms come across as too harsh for JW followers.
Practical for anyone evaluating religious claims with a biblical lens.

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“Seek the City That Will Remain” – JW Watchtower Study Article 21 REVIEW (July 28 – August 3, 2025)
Q: Where does the text say there's a first fulfillment and a second fulfillment?
The speaker questions the Watchtower's claim of multiple fulfillments without clear scriptural basis.
How the Jehovah’s Witnesses’ Congregation Is Organized – Enjoy Life Forever Lesson 20 Review
Q: How does it make you feel to know that like Jesus, the elders endeavor to refresh others?
This challenges perceptions of how elders operate within the Jehovah's Witnesses compared to biblical standards.
How the Jehovah’s Witnesses’ Congregation Is Organized – Enjoy Life Forever Lesson 20 Review
Q: Is it wrong for an elder to get paid?
This question raises discussions about organizational transparency and the financial support provided to elders.
How the Jehovah’s Witnesses’ Congregation Is Organized – Enjoy Life Forever Lesson 20 Review
Q: How should elders or the congregation as a whole work to help those who aren't part of their congregation during disasters?
The effectiveness of Jehovah's Witnesses in aiding non-members during disasters is questioned as they mainly focus on helping fellow members.
How the Jehovah’s Witnesses’ Congregation Is Organized – Enjoy Life Forever Lesson 20 Review
Q: What happens when Christ is giving a command, but it disagrees with what the governing body says?
This questions the premise of absolute obedience to the governing body's directives that might contradict individual beliefs.

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