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First off: A publisher viewing pornography that is not 'abhorrent' is of no interest to the elders. Heck, they themselves probably watch regular porn.
Unless a person starts promoting porn or encourages others to watch it with him.
Second: A person persisting in this practice would not be considered as exemplary and thus would not qualify for special privileges in the congregation. However, they will not deal with it judicially.
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Unfortunately though, the minute an emotionally unstable person comes forward and involves the elders with it, this 5-point checklist has their minds already saying 'guilty':
- Did he come forward voluntarily?
- Was he ever counseled about viewing pornography?
- If he is married and his wife is aware of his problem, what effect has this had on her?
- Does he demonstrate an earnest desire to desist from viewing pornography?
- Does his conscience allow him to continue serving in an appointed position?
Then they will turn on you in person, asking these drooling questions:
- Did watching porn consist of a few brief incidents?
- Was it a practice spanning many months, or even years?
- What type of pornography did you look at?
- Did you jerk off while watching it?
- When was the last time you viewed porn?
- Who else is aware of the problem?
- Did you invite your partner to watch porn with you over popcorn and soda?
- Do those knowing you look at porn still respect you?
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"Abhorrent" pornography, as per WTBTS definition:
- sexually degrading
- homosexuality
- group sex
- bestiality
- sadistic torture
- bondage
- gang rape
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