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Knocking On Doors
Publisher |
Neil Matthews
Media Type |
audio
Publication Date |
Jan 22, 2025
Episode Duration |
00:59:30

Imagine this for a moment: it’s Saturday afternoon. The week has been long, and you’ve finally carved out some time for yourself. You’re in your favorite cozy spot in the living room—maybe it’s the couch that perfectly hugs you or that recliner that’s seen better days but feels just right. You’ve got the TV on, ready to catch up on your favorite show, and for a moment, everything feels perfect.

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And then it happens.

Alexa’s voice cuts through your peaceful bubble: “Someone is at the front door.”

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Annoyed, you groan, thinking, “Who could it be now?” Maybe it’s a neighbor, or worse—a salesperson. You grudgingly get up, annoyed at the interruption. You’re already rehearsing your response in your head: “No, I’m not interested. I don’t care what you’re selling!”

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As you peek out the window, you realize it’s not a salesperson. It’s worse.

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Standing there are two people with smiles too wide for comfort, clutching those unmistakable pamphlets. You mutter to yourself, “Jehovah’s Witnesses. Great.” Your mind flashes to Sam from work—you know, the one who’s always leaving those flyers around the breakroom. You can’t help but roll your eyes.

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Now, you’re faced with a dilemma. Do you answer the door? Or do you pretend you’re not home and wait them out?

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My guest today, Amber, has a unique perspective on this situation. She’s a fifth-generation Jehovah’s Witness who made the bold decision to leave the Kingdom Hall behind—a choice that came with enormous consequences. Why did she leave? What was it like to walk away from a faith that had been part of her family for generations?

Amber’s story is one of courage, heartbreak, and rediscovery. There’s a reason she’s chosen not to share her last name, and as you’ll hear, her journey is as eye-opening as it is powerful.

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So, are you ready to find out what it’s really like to step away from a faith so deeply rooted in your identity? To hear the story of someone who chose to walk a different path despite the odds?

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Hit play and join me as I step into the shoes of Amber, a former Jehovah’s Witness. 

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To find out more about what Amber talked about click here

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Remember when you walk in Other People's Shoes you get a different perspective!

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If you enjoy the show, consider subscribing to your podcast platforms to avoid missing an episode. We would also love it if you could leave us a review click here!

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To hear other episodes go to: www.opspodcast.com

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Social Media: **Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: ** @opspodcastshow

It’s a peaceful Saturday, and you’re finally catching up on your favorite show when Alexa interrupts: “Someone is at the front door.” Annoyed, you shuffle over, expecting a salesperson—but it’s not. It’s Jehovah’s Witnesses, clutching their familiar pamphlets. You hesitate, wondering whether to answer. Today, my guest is Amber, a fifth-generation Jehovah’s Witness who made the life-changing decision to leave the faith. Her story is one of courage, heartbreak, and self-discovery as she stepped away from a belief system deeply rooted in her family’s history. Why did she leave? What was it like to break away from a faith that defined so much of her life? Amber shares her powerful journey, offering an eye-opening glimpse into life inside—and outside—the Kingdom Hall.

Imagine this for a moment: it’s Saturday afternoon. The week has been long, and you’ve finally carved out some time for yourself. You’re in your favorite cozy spot in the living room—maybe it’s the couch that perfectly hugs you or that recliner that’s seen better days but feels just right. You’ve got the TV on, ready to catch up on your favorite show, and for a moment, everything feels perfect.

💠

And then it happens.

Alexa’s voice cuts through your peaceful bubble: “Someone is at the front door.”

💠

Annoyed, you groan, thinking, “Who could it be now?” Maybe it’s a neighbor, or worse—a salesperson. You grudgingly get up, annoyed at the interruption. You’re already rehearsing your response in your head: “No, I’m not interested. I don’t care what you’re selling!”

💠

As you peek out the window, you realize it’s not a salesperson. It’s worse.

💠

Standing there are two people with smiles too wide for comfort, clutching those unmistakable pamphlets. You mutter to yourself, “Jehovah’s Witnesses. Great.” Your mind flashes to Sam from work—you know, the one who’s always leaving those flyers around the breakroom. You can’t help but roll your eyes.

💠

Now, you’re faced with a dilemma. Do you answer the door? Or do you pretend you’re not home and wait them out?

💠

My guest today, Amber, has a unique perspective on this situation. She’s a fifth-generation Jehovah’s Witness who made the bold decision to leave the Kingdom Hall behind—a choice that came with enormous consequences. Why did she leave? What was it like to walk away from a faith that had been part of her family for generations?

Amber’s story is one of courage, heartbreak, and rediscovery. There’s a reason she’s chosen not to share her last name, and as you’ll hear, her journey is as eye-opening as it is powerful.

💠

So, are you ready to find out what it’s really like to step away from a faith so deeply rooted in your identity? To hear the story of someone who chose to walk a different path despite the odds?

💠

Hit play and join me as I step into the shoes of Amber, a former Jehovah’s Witness. 

💠

To find out more about what Amber talked about click here

💠

Remember when you walk in Other People's Shoes you get a different perspective!

💠

If you enjoy the show, consider subscribing to your podcast platforms to avoid missing an episode. We would also love it if you could leave us a review click here!

💠

To hear other episodes go to: www.opspodcast.com

💠

Social Media: **Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: ** @opspodcastshow

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