In Search of Christian Freedom

by Raymond Franz

IN SEARCH OF CHRISTIAN FREEDOM RAYMOND FRANZ PAPERBACK 732 PAGES COMMENTARY PRESS 2002

Genres: Nonfiction, Religion, Biography, Spirituality

732 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1991

Reviews

[Russ Painter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mr. Franz just can't seem to accept that the bible is a bunch of nonsense. But I did enjoy reading this book where he uses the bible to tear to shreds every bit of the Jehovah's Witness teachings.

[NotListeningItsABook · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you liked his first book, "Crisis of Conscience", then you'll like this book too. It's very much the same; an extension to the first book.

There are a few parts that are far more about his own religious beliefs rather than a book that's critical of Jehovah's Witnesses. Which, if you're critical of Jehovah's Witnesses, but still consider yourself Christian, you'll probably enjoy. Otherwise, you may not. But overall, the book reads very closely to "Crisis of Conscience".

There are also some topics in this book that would be extremely helpful to those who are trying to leave the religion or are otherwise constantly dealing with it. For example, there's entire chapters on how the policy on blood transfusions is not bible based and on the misuse of disfellowshiping. The two areas that cause the most controversy with the religion. I would even go so far as to suggest that if you're dealing with this type of scenario (you or someone you know: needs a blood transfusion, or is about to be shunned), you could probably benefit to having these chapters on hand at all times for discussion with Witnesses who are willing to listen.

[Peter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Came back and read it once more after many years. Still the best in my opinion for anyone, who intuitively feels that there is no need for being a part of any organized religion to search- and find- genuine relationship with God and Christ. Fundamental reading for every member of any (not just Christian) denomination claiming divine "licence", as well as for everyone interested in the history of Christianity, with an emphasis on Jehovah's Witnesses doctrines.

[Pennelloppe · Rating 3 out of 5]

franz comes across as being very sincere and even-handed in his critique of the witness organization. this is a very detailed dissection of some key doctrine with which he disagrees, and he makes his case well.

[Joomi Lee · Rating 3 out of 5]

I tried reading this from cover to cover but failed because my initial reaction was "this sequel is more mind-numbing than his book Crisis in Conscience was". I will download a free amazon kindle sample and if I like what I read I will order it from the library again.

I would like to read the latest edition.

[Kyle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quite a read, but very helpful in understanding the JW world and Franz's journey. I read this a few years ago.

[Cody · Rating 5 out of 5]

absolutely amazing. read a lot more in depth history of who Jehovah's witnesses were some of the policies while Ray France was on the governing body, as well as many other treasures along the way.

it just goes to show you how time and time again they could have improved but never seem to. finally enough, it seems like many of the changes they are doing in modern times were once considered back in the '70s and '80s.

this truly was my final stage in healing understanding that one can still serve Christ outside of the organization.

[Abby Rose]

An ex-JW who tells lies?

[RGray8732 · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an eye opening book. You never know what is going on behind the scenes!