Posts by BizzyBee

As close a reign as the elders keep on the congos, why would they allow the talk of 1975 to escalate? You notice that they are all over porn, hairstyles, glasses, shirts, marshmallows, tatoos, etc., how could they let publishers talk about 1975 being the year for Armageddon for over 7 years - and not write an article clarifying their position, until AFTER the fact? Surely "scuttlebutt" of that magnitude reached Brooklyn prior to that?

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religious contentious objectors

by drew sagan in

one of the 'major' points jws will come back at you with is that they alone are the only religion that teaches people shouldn't go to war.

off the top of my head i know that many followers in the 'church of christ' movement have held to this view, does anybody have a list of religions that teach this to their members?

sometimes just opening people up out of the witness bubble by presenting evidence that is conrtary to what they believe to be true is very helpful.

BizzyBee

oops! that's some bad spelling on my part!

I still like contentious better...........

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How to Revoke WTS' Tax-Exempt Status?

by doinmypart in

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the irs (u.s. government agency responsible for collecting taxes & enforcing tax laws) can remove an organization's tax-exempt status if the organization has doctrine contrary to public policy, or it carries on propaganda.. as much as the wts prints on blood, not voting, shunning, etc.

which of these items can be submitted to the irs?

how does one submit a complaint to the irs?

BizzyBee

Not sure of your grounds, but the starting point would be to contact the office of the New York State Attorney General.

They are responsible for non-profit compliance issues.

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We are all lacking in Faith!

by The Truth in

where do i begin?

well let's see i'm 24yrs old and since i was 5 i've been taught ''the truth'' i remember going to the hall when i was a little girl with my grandmother i attended did the bible study and i learned a lot and i'm greatfull even though i'am no longer in the religion i grew up like everyone else saw and learned a lot of other things of this world none which have made me belive anything i have found myself asking lately what is happening with this world?

why doesn't doesn't jehovah do something and stop the pain for everyone?

BizzyBee

I love you JEHOVAH!!!

This posting stinks to high heaven and I believe Jeffro nailed the reasons.

The slightly breathless, hysterical tone added to the illogical conclusions she reaches makes me think of nothing so much as someone who is spewing as fast as she can, so she can leave the board. This type of apologist believes that if they dive-bomb in and jump out quickly they will not be contaminated by the apostate virus, but will have done a "witness."

Also, I've noticed that this type usually will not come back to read comments or respond to questions.

It would be a complete waste of time to respond to them, except it occasionally livens things up a bit!

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What is going on here ...

by In Between in

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all of a sudden, there are a lot of members that have been here for a long time posting their 'good-byes... .

could it be that we are all wrong and they have gone back to the 'truth'?

*insert sarcasm here* .

BizzyBee

I know people have asked this, but do you think a lot of people are starting to think about the "potential war" that is headed our way as something that was "predicted?" And know they think they are opening their eyes to something they think they haven't seen.

I'm thinking that you're trying to say something. Spit it out!

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How long till...

by Quentin in

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how long were you "out" of the tower before you realized you had a brain and could use it for yourself...took me about six years...short time...long time...how do you feel now that you can think for yourself?

BizzyBee

I have been out for 25 years, and I still have some dub episodes from time to time. Is that why you still wear the diaper?

Ahhh, Stealth! You set yourself up for that one! LOL!

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Goodbye and Swansongs

by LittleToe in

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what's with the recent spate of folks saying goodbye, or giving swansongs?.

this is a webboard.

people come and people go.

BizzyBee

Funny, I've been thinking the same thing. Quite frankly, the good-bye threads, for the most part, are boring. (Isn't that one of the eight deadly sins? "Thou shalt not be boring.") I mean, get over yourself already!

Sometimes there is a good reason to let us know what is going on, such as Dave and Mouthy. I think Mouthy was cancelling her internet since she was very clear that she was dropping out as of the 15th. I'm glad she let us know, and Dave as well.

I think of this as an on-line support group with a revolving door. A drop-in center if you will. I am here mostly for distraction. Having been out for over 30 years, I don't need a lot of emotional support. But being raised a JW is a life-long influence and its nice to come here and share a laugh and a thought with those who have had such uniquely similar experiences.

Thanks for starting this thread, LT.

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Show us your picture

by Honesty in

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that is, if you are able to without the prospect of facing a three-man kangaroo court appointed by jerhover to keep the congregation clean from apostate influences.. i'll go first: .

BizzyBee

Thanks Dams. ARRRGGGGHHH! I knew it was too easy!

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Show us your picture

by Honesty in

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that is, if you are able to without the prospect of facing a three-man kangaroo court appointed by jerhover to keep the congregation clean from apostate influences.. i'll go first: .