Having read quite a few threads on this site, I'd have to say JWs ARE generally better than most who post here. -- Rosalee
Better at what? Acting like robots and kissing butt to a corporation that mentally enslaves them and exploits them for profit? I notice that you referenced your claim as being mandatory; "I'd have to say," which is another indication fhat you are another pigeon whose brain is owned by the Watchtower.
As for the mental health issue mentioned in a few posts, I would suggest some of you get some help yourselves, never mind accusing others. But I suppose if any of you have mental problems, you know who to blame???
Nice attempt at refuting facts, Rosalee, but studies of the mental health of Jehovah's Witnesses demonstrate that the mental illness rate among Jehovah's Witnesses is at least 4 times higher than that of the general population. Dr. Jerry Bergman has done an excellent job of assembling such studies and providing a neutral analysis of them in his book, "Jehovahs Witnesses and the Problem of Mental Illness," Witness; New edition (December 1992). I would recommend this book to you, except that I know you'd never read it.
As for the "blame" for the high rate of mental illness among Jehovah's Witnesses, it's unclear whether such higher than normal rate of mental illness is caused by the religion itself or whether the religion has a tendency to attract those who are mentally ill. Dr. Bergman concludes that the teachings/lifestyle of the religion and the tendency for this organization to attract those who are mentally ill or are likely to become mentally ill are both factors contributing to the higher than average rate of mental illness among Jehovah's Witnesses.
Blame lies on those who profit from the exploitation of the minds of others; i.e., the Watchtower and its myriad of legal entities.
JWs do not say people are evil and wicked. This system of things is.
Rosalee, who are you trying to fool with your lies? JWs are constantly labeling others as "evil and wicked," as well as this "system of things." You're going to have to work harder to deceive this group.
Just as in the days of Noah. Most people then weren't wicked or evil. They lived ordinary lives. What they did not do was worship Jehovah. Mostly, today it is the same.
It's nice that you believe in the fiction that is the bible. The account of Noah is a good example of the fictional nature of the bible. If: [1] evolution is a myth; and [2] Noah put 2 of each species of animal on the yacht he spent his life building, it must have been a hell of a boat. There are over 500,000 species in South America alone. So, Noah had 1,000,000 animals just from South America, not counting Africa? That must have been a yacht that would have made Paul Allen envious. But one question; which son was unlucky enough to earn the job of cleaning up the excrement and urine produced by these animals?
Most people I talk to have absolutely NO interest in the Bible, any religion and could care less what the will of God is. In the 20-40 age group, many have never been in a church (barring weddings and funerals). They are quite happy doing their own will.
That means that "most people [you] talk to" have no need to devote their lives to a book that is entirely lacking in foundation. The bible is the work of man, and there is absolutely no evidence to suggest that a god exists or that the bible is the word of such god. Indeed, society does attain a higher consciousness over time, so we can expect the bible to finally assume it's proper position in our world, that of a fictional work.
The people I am talking about who have no interest in any religion are neighbors and co workers. Mainly, everyone just wants to get along and not be bothered by anything that is in any way controversial.
Wanting to get along is certainly a horrible desire, isn't it? It's a good thing the Jehovah's Witnesses don't have such a desire. In my experience, acrimony is pervasive among JW families. Getting along must be "demonic," right?
In the past, I'd say exactly what someone said but with a few extra thoughts and claim it was exactly what I heard them say.
Your dishonesty is not unique among Jehovah's Witnesses. Such dishonesty is quite common among the Jehovah's Witnesses I'm acquainted with.
OnTheWayOUt:: From your name I surmise you are still attending? That being the case, you know that all df'd and da'd ones are being welcomed back. Recent articles point to this as I'm sure you are aware.
"Welcomed back?" You have a strange concept of what "welcomed back" means. Reinstatement hardly qualifies as being "welcomed back," unless you consider the subhuman treatment accorded those seeking reinstatement (e.g., sit in the back, be shunned by everyone, no "privileges," etc.) to be a desirable and happy experience.
TopHat asked if they would still be rejected for not believing in the WTS teachings.
I simply cleared this up by saying one must adhere to Bible teachings.
Evasiveness such as that you've exhibited here is common to those who have something to hide, Rosalee. You're fooling no one in this forum, but you're likely fooling the circuit overseer and elders in your area as you count your time spent on your futile endeavors in this forum.
Based on my experiences, JWs are a cut above the average person.
Well, given your admission that you have been dishonest in the past, there's no reason for anyone here to accord any credibility to your statements. In my experience, JWs are nutcases and your cult is a cauldron of mental illness. Enjoy your life, Rosalee, instead of spending it in a futile effort to convert others to your delusional beliefs.
