I used to look at lists like this and feel a sense of pride over the growth of JWs. Of course, I had to choose to ignore the growth of any other churches, since the WT and Awake would always remind us that the churches are in a downward spiral, membership-wise.
Posts by zoiks
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4Membership stats for 25 top USA Churches
by behemot inhttp://www.ncccusa.org/news/100204yearbook2010.html.
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A Problem With General Christian Beliefs
by AllTimeJeff infirst of all, lets head off some potential problems before they start.
i am not doing this thread to argue.
if you would like to, thats fine.
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zoiks
While we debate whether or not we believe in a certain school of thought, reality slips away unnoticed.
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American Pit Bull Terrier
by White Dove ini just adopted a 3 month old pit bull mix from the humane society, and egg adopted a little black kitty.
the puppy stage is tough!
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zoiks
Thanks for choosing shelter pets
Yeah, shelters do a good work. I bring 2 of my girls (ages 6 and 9) to our local Humane Society on weekends to "volunteer" - they play with all the cats, one by one, and the cats love the attention.
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Funniest bad movies
by glenster inhttp://thecomicscomic.typepad.com/thecomicscomic/2009/07/10-movies-so-bad-theyre-funny-is-troll-2-really-the-best-worst-movie.html.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/richpub/syltguides/fullview/3lkg20ifs1i24.
"plan 9 from outer space," 1959, in hd.
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zoiks
Attack of the Killer Tomatoes.
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"Religious Fundamentalists Have a Coherent Worldview"
by leavingwt infundamentalists vs. liberal christians.
while commenting on a recent post at proud atheists, i found myself again reflecting on how i have more respect for fundamentalist christians than the so called liberal christians.
of course, i realize that "respect" isn't the best word here because religious fundamentalists are hardly worthy of respect.
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zoiks
While watching The Atheism Tapes, I found that Mr. Weinberg's take on fundamentalists makes sense, from an outsider's perspective. There definitely is the appearance of a "coherent worldview" in many fundamentalist groups.
The willingness to admit that you don't have all of the answers, and the willingness to change your view in light of new ideas and new evidence - that intellectual honesty tends to look "soft" or "weak".
This is not a problem with fundamentalists.
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What's your personality type? Myers-Briggs test
by frankiespeakin intake this 72 yes/no question test to find out.. http://www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/jtypes2.asp.
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zoiks
INFP
D'oh!
Oh, wait. It's not that bad...I'm a healer.
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Finished Ex-Jehovah's Witness Survey (Please fill out for help with project)...
by Tuesday inhey everyone!.
) did you feel the religion was a cult before leaving?:.
) do you feel the religion is a cult now after leaving?:.
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zoiks
A.) Name: Zoiks
B.) Gender
Male
C.) Age:
31-35
Questions:
1.) How were you introduced to Jehovah's Witnesses:
Parents/Grandparents/Relatives were in before you were born and taught you
2.) How did you leave the religion:
Faded Away (slowly missed more and more meetings until you stopped going completely)
3.) What Age did you leave?
31-35
4.) Were you Baptized
Yes
5.) What General reason did you leave the religion:
Didn’t believe the teachings, not allowed to question the teachings, disagreed with stance on social issues, didn’t agree with things said in the magazines or on the platform.
6.) How did you feel about the doctrine before leaving:
Believed there were more things right than wrong
7.) Did your feelings about the doctrine effect the way you left?
Yes
8.) If you were disfellowshipped for sin, did your feelings on the doctrine effect you sinning in the first place?
N/A
9.) Did you feel the religion was a cult before leaving?:
I saw a few similarities between the religion and a cult
10.) Did you research the religion's teachings after leaving?
Yes
11.) What are your feelings on the doctrine of the religion since leaving?
They are totally wrong
12.) How do you feel about the organization since leaving?:
They are no different than any other religion they have good and bad
13.) How do you feel about the people since leaving?:
They are no different than any other religion, they have good and bad
14.) Do you feel the religion is a cult now after leaving?:
They have most of the qualities of a cult
15.) What is your opinion on the intelligence of those still in the Organization? :
They're intelligent but purposely deny facts for their religion
16.) Are you happier now that you’re gone?
I think every day about how happy I am to have left
17.) Do you feel that other than the fact you left the Jehovah’s Witnesses that they would agree with how you live your life?
They would agree with everything in my life
18.) If a Jehovah’s Witness approaches you to discuss their religion you’re more than likely do the following:
Give them a simple Not Interested
19.) Would you consider returning?
If I ever see another Kingdom Hall it would be too soon
20.) How do you feel about discussing your time as a Jehovah's Witness?:
I’ll only talk about it with certain people who understand the circumstances
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Canada Finall Wins Gold!
by shamus100 inand why do we all get excited over it?
we're a smaller country, and we've been skunked every time getting a gold when the olympics have been here.
wahoo!
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zoiks
Wait... Canada is in the Olympics? Do you think that's a good idea?
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zoiks
Ha!
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American Pit Bull Terrier
by White Dove ini just adopted a 3 month old pit bull mix from the humane society, and egg adopted a little black kitty.
the puppy stage is tough!
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zoiks
Oi, the puppy stage is really tough. It's a good thing they're so darn cute! Being consistent is key. Also, not stepping in puppy poo.