***There are many doctrines for which the WTS has made dogmatic assertions. Blood is but one of them.*** the jw blood doctrine is the one that takes lives now. they have blatantly twisted information for the purpose of convincing a person, child and adult, to accept their interpetation of biblical scripture. death now by refusing blood guarantees future life. reminds me of the cool-aid trick. i certainly hope they can be held responsible for this. hope
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Really GOOD NEWS for TED JARACZ
by imfreeimfree infor a while after barbara informed us of the upcoming article and by extension the wbts, ill bet ted jaracz was seriously worried.
he would have been very concerned that for once the whole ex-jw community would unite and support barbara.
had that happened there would have been thousands actively planning and working to advertise the well researched, peer reviewed article from the baylor university.
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Anyone leave the JW's and Still Follow Some of the Beliefs?
by lynnmelo inmany of you have seen my posts in the last week or two, but for those who haven't, here's my story in brief: i've been studying with the jw's for a couple of years, but just had too many doubts to commit.
those doubts were solidified when i discovered this site.
now i've decided not to commit.. however, i still believe in some of the things that the jw's believe.
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sorry all, when I said uneducated my mind was not thinking in the way of a secular education. I should have been more clear, I meant uneducated about the Society and their methods, most don't recognize the brainwashing when it is happening. Back when I was involved with them the name Jehovah was pretty much unheard of as god's name, so I don't believe people joined them to serve a god named Jehovah, the name was learned through study with the jws. Their reasoning is presented in a very convincing manner, in a manner that a person can easily discredit their own reasoning on bible matters and turn their lives over to be controlled by the society. hopelesslystained
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Is Christmas for Pagans?
by LittleToe ingiven that so many practises associated with christmas are blatantly christian in origin, is christmas truly for pagans?.
i know that often there are few christian connotations attributed to it nowadays, in such a secularised society, but history is on record in showing that the whole baby jesus thing is definitely a christian element.
would any true pagan today want to drink such a mixed cup?.
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tigerman, i agree, it is a good thing. whether one decides to go overboard commercially or not it still is in the spirit of giving and enjoying for most. yes, there is much stress involved due to the need for gifting and spending time with family members that often elicit much emotion, but, overall, it is a time to light up, green up, and enjoy company and food in the cold, dark time of the year. hoplesslystained
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Anyone leave the JW's and Still Follow Some of the Beliefs?
by lynnmelo inmany of you have seen my posts in the last week or two, but for those who haven't, here's my story in brief: i've been studying with the jw's for a couple of years, but just had too many doubts to commit.
those doubts were solidified when i discovered this site.
now i've decided not to commit.. however, i still believe in some of the things that the jw's believe.
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really, what difference does it make? whether anyone decides a common celebration is right or not. i celebrate the changing of the seasons for myself. there are a few things inherent, for example, evergreens are abundant, pomegranites are plentiful, snowflakes are common in many parts of the earth, strings of popcorn and cranberries are just fun. misletoe is clear in the leafless trees, why not say that is special and have a little kiss? or many? it is easy to debunk their many superstions and paranoias. once you are on the outside, it is easy to look in and see their many falacies and superstions. certainly, imo, those who accept the jw way are simply uneducated and allow themselves and their lives to be dictated by others. maybe it is just easier for them that way. sadly, many look outside themselves for direction in life. peace
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Is Christmas for Pagans?
by LittleToe ingiven that so many practises associated with christmas are blatantly christian in origin, is christmas truly for pagans?.
i know that often there are few christian connotations attributed to it nowadays, in such a secularised society, but history is on record in showing that the whole baby jesus thing is definitely a christian element.
would any true pagan today want to drink such a mixed cup?.
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i for one, acknowledge the changing of the seasons as well as the cycles of the moon. These both have a strong psychological and physical affect on us all. (i am on mozilla so formatting and spell check are non-existant) christmas for me is the end of the gregorian calendar year and the beginning of a new year of the same. a time for reflection and new beginnings. paganism is nothing other than ideas or beliefs which were prevelant prior to the biblical christ (whom it is unproven scientifically whether or not he actually existed.the many myths of the bible are very good for controlling the masses, or maybe i should clarify, keeping those whom a person of power has under him/her subserviant and for lack of a better description, worshiping) unfortuantely the dominating religious system had labeled and given paganism the label of being anti. that is anti 'them'. i do not believe there is any division of church and state per say the world over. the prevailing belief is that of the ones in control of the masses; those who are ruling and often with the force of military. so, christmas is what you choose to make it. although i admit it is hard in the u.s. to differentiate this time of year from the ruling 'christian' conotation. peace.
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Will we carry on living after death?
by greendawn inis there life after death or does everything end there until the resurrection?
all ex jws were at one time taught that there is no life after death except for a tiny elite group who are destined to never taste death by immediately entering into a spiritual angel like body and will carry on living albeit in a different dimension.
far from dreading death to them it is a blessing since it sends them into a new far more glorious life.
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ohhhh swalker, must you be so patronizing of tetra? I personally agree with his line of reasoning. you are making a sarcastic response, right?
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JW kids: How old were you when you stopped getting spanked?
by rebel8 injust curious.
i was 17 when i was last spanked.
it was the day of my high school graduation.
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16. Then I was simply verbally beaten for hours on end.
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Have you ever just wanted to pick up and leave?
by destroyedbyhate inhas anyone ever wanted to do that?
to just leave and tell no one where you are going.
start over fresh in a new place where nobody judges you based on your past.
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I did runaway. Changed my name, took the 2 children and disappeared from everyone. I was also successful with it and no the problems did not follow me or show up. It was wonderful and well worth the effort it took. After 3-4 years I made contact with those whom I wanted to, and found they had a new and almost idolizing respect for me. Life has only been good since leaving jw family, (the only family I was allowed to know) and all those back-stabbing fine people in the congregation. Speaking from experience, If you can do it and have the cajones (sp?), I say it is waaaay worth it! -
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Bethelite Attorney-In-Training Receives Award
by West70 ingeneral studies student receives women's forum education award
school of general studies student kathleen apltauer has received the 2005 women's forum educational award.
the award is presented annually to new york city women in recognition of the extraordinary and heroic efforts they have made in order to overcome adversity in their lives.
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Wedding ring on right hand? sKally
In Germany and the Scandinavian countrys, the right hand is the correct one for a wedding ring. Although I have found this info which refers to the growing popularity of wearing right hand rings. Interesting.
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Our dog died. :(
by Mulan inour 15 year old dog died this afternoon..............with assistance from a veterinarian friend of rachel's (princess).
she was old, sick, and with multiple health issues.
it was a really hard decision, but the vet really helped ease my mind, by assuring me it was time.
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Mulan, I am sooo sorry. Sounds like there was a special connection. I do know how it feels. Just know that she is fine and content with all the love she received. We found that having a special place to commemorate our 4 legged friends helps alot (we rescue Rottweilers). A picture, collar, ashes, anything. A place to go to and talk with those special ones in our lives. She didn't just die, she has moved on, and yet keeps tabs on those she loved. Many ((((hugs))))).