Bible Truth Set Them Free

JESUS CHRIST said to a group of listeners: "You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." (John 8:32) As the following examples show, that freedom includes freedom from the demons, the liars and deceivers behind the occult. -John 8:44.

Each of these experiences highlights the liberating power of Bible truth. Yes, it alone truly sets people free. Why not examine the Bible for yourself. You will not be disappointed.

Timothy-Who lives in West Africa is deaf and mute. Because regular doctors could not help him, he went to faith healers, but in vain. "My heart was broken by the deception," he wrote. Then Timothy studied the Bible with Jehovah's Witnesses, who explained to him God's purpose to remove all sickness and disabilities. Timothy said, "I eagerly await the day in God's new world when the very ears of the deaf ones will be unstopped . . . and the tongue of the speechless one will cry out in gladness.' " (Isaiah 35:1-6) In the meantime, he enjoys using a portable DVD player to share Bible truths with other people who are hearing impaired, helping them find true freedom.

Susanna - was a temple priestess in Brazil. She wanted to use here paranormal powers to help the needy. Additionally, she enjoyed "talking with her dead mother.' In time, however, her "mother pleaded with her to kill herself and live with her in the spirit world. This tormented Susanna and gave her nightmares. Then Susanna and her husband began studying the Bible with Jehovah's Witnesses. They had a hard fight 'opposing the Devil,' but eventually he fled from them.' (James 4:7) Now they have peace, and Susanna no longer has nightmares. "I have so many things to thank Jehovah for," she wrote, "but I am most thankful that he led us out of spiritual darkness."

Next time: Conclusion of Bible Truth Set Them Free

Awake! 2011