well if JWs were a cult I guess one could argue for demographical changes (shifts in population) accounting for growth for instance.
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Article on JW growth in the US
by slimboyfat inmaybe some in the us might have access to the academic journal review of religious research.
article titleinstitutional versus contextual explanations for the growth of the jehovah's witnesses in the united states, 1945-2002authorsturgis, p.w.journal titlereview of religious researchbibliographic details2008, vol 49; numb 3, pages 290-300 .
the author argues witness postwar growth in the us is mainly due to watchtower organizational initiatives rather than us demographic trends.
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free2think
Same thing. Work, smoke some some weed, drink some beer, and avoid 'the man'
Ah yeah 'the man,' don't let him get you down IP. So have you put all your placards away?
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free2think
LOL IP. 'a lot of people just hope these people will die.' very funny.
What are you gonna do with your time now the election is over?
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free2think
nope you don't need to be worried. He is prolly taking a much needed holiday/break/change of scene
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free2think
What are we doing studying and knitting JD a cozy for his member?
Yep.
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free2think
Thank you Mr Maj for your candor.
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free2think
Ah ok, well yes knitting is a very productive way to spend time but i had something different in mind...........................
Bible study.
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free2think
Yes, y?
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free2think
Ah yes the perfect way to waste your time right.
Im sure you could think of a more productive way to spend your time, i think you need me to come over.