Another thing too: the one wife stipulation in the Bible was only for overseers so if you live in a country where poligamy is legal I think technically you could still be a JW. You just couldnt hold a "position" in the cong. om
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Marrige
by SoulJah inso if you were married before you found the "truth" in one of "christndoms" churches [a.k.a.satans orginazation] why is it that this marrige is still acceptable to the cong.?
or why do they not see it fit to retake your vows before the only true god?.
just a thought.. sorry about the run-on question.
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From my brother...
by openminded ini sent my df'd brother that article about that guy who is being shunned for trying to save his daughters life.
and this was his reply.
my heart goes out to that guy.
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Goph, the kid is a genius. He has an amazing aptitude for both science and art. 7 years of college hasn't hurt his mind either.
Yes he is teaching in France till June. He is planning on Law school when he gets back.
I will show him this board.
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Boosting Memorial Attendance
by Jigrigger init would be standing room only if someone in every area were to go down to the local skid row and put the word out that there's free wine and crackers and all they need to do is sit there politely and it'll come right to 'em.... jrig
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Not to change the subject but...I love dating homeless girls becuase when the date is over, you can just drop them off anywhere.
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From my brother...
by openminded ini sent my df'd brother that article about that guy who is being shunned for trying to save his daughters life.
and this was his reply.
my heart goes out to that guy.
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I sent my Df'd brother that article about that guy who is being shunned for trying to save his daughters life. And this was his reply
My heart goes out to that guy. Yes, he will take the
fall and will wonder why the hell he deserves it,
especially for nobly saving his daughters life. I
came across a letter years ago that I was going to
group send to all who effectively shunned me. For
diplomatic reasons and opting to be the better person
I never sent it. It was meant for my religious
excommunicators and family that decided to devalue my
existance upon disfellowshipment. I was mad when I
wrote it. Here it is:To the perpetrators:
You are the author of unalterable evils. My current
remorse laid upon me has extinguished any hope I have
in your organization and lifestyle. I am quite
confident that the actions and deeds that you have
bestowed upon me will perpetrate into further
wickednesses. I have an obscure feeling that all you
have done is far from over and this crime, by its
enormity, should almost efface the recollection of
past times I have shared with any of you. My
abhorrence for what has unneccesarily been done to me
cannot be conceived. When I reflect on your crimes
and malice, my hatred and revenge burst all bounds of
moderation. Explain as you will, I will never
understand this false logic. You have chosen to
disregard my individuallity in favor of obscure
theological doctrine all in the name of love.
Therefore, I have chosen not to know you. Laws bound
me to never wreak the utmost extent of my abhorrence
on all of you and avenge what you have done to me.
Regardless, I could never do this on my own accord,
laws accepting, for I am the better person. I will
never treat any human so wretchedly as you have me.
What is more, I will never outline a process to
somebody to regain my favor like you have done to me.
Either I have your favor or I don't. It is apparent I
don't. My honesty is my last gift to you.Sincerely,
Aaron LambAnyway, that was anger talking and I eventually was
reinstated to meet status quo only to be kicked
out...again. I would take greater pride if my
disfellowship was for a greater cause. Compare life
saving blood transfussion to that of wanting to get
laid. But still, no matter the "offense" shunning
does certainly follow. However, If I am to no longer
be religious in any capacity, let alone a j-dub, let
it be for this reason:The Isrealites roamed the desert in search of a
promise land. A ban of some 500 000 had basic humans
needs of food, shelter, clothing. These Isrealites
were the chosen people of a supposed impartial God.
So very much like any mythological evolution, an
answer is given to those who may wonder how this band
subsisted. Well, this loving GOD rained down manna
from heaven, food to satisfy the hunger of this 500
000 for the 40 years the spent in this condition. And
yet this same GOD vehemently exterminated those that
complained (murmured) during this god-given quest
towards this promised land. My problem is this: not
counting men or women, over 100 000 children die daily
from direct starvation. So, is GOD truly this
naively, selectively miraculous? Lets do the math,
100 000 children a day, times 365 days a year, times
40 years equals 14,600,000 lives that can be saved
during the same time the Isrealites wandered the
planet. Crazy sadistic deity. The hebrew definition
of manna is 'what is it?' I have the same question
and more...'did it really exist?' and 'why not send a
butt-load of that stuff, GOD, to Africa?'Take care xxxx
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The Osbournes
by Shimmer indid anybody else watch ozzie's family on the osbournes last night.
oh my god!!!
it is soooo funny.
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That was some of the funniest television I have ever seen. I was by myself and laughing out loud.
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Drug Used to Seduce Men
by WildTurkey indrug used to seduce men .
men, please read this if you go to bars or clubs: .
guys, be more alert and cautious when getting a drink offer from a girl.
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I feel so dirty when a girl buys me a beer and then undresses me with her eye's. I think I'm gonna go take a shower. ;) -om
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Death and Forgiveness
by Mommie Dark inmy father died wednesday night.
he's been bedridden, paralyzed, and tube fed for nearly five years, so it was more release than tragedy.. those of you who know my story will understand the miserable mix of emotions his passing has caused.
the whole guilt and forgiveness issue shoved itself right up my nose into my forebrain.
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((((((((((((((((((MD)))))))))))))))))
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The axe falls...
by Abaddon in... hi ho hi ho, it's not off to work we go.... well, i am redundant, or will be as of end april, when the two factories of my company shut-down and approx.
500 people get made redundant.. nil desperandum and all that... i don't see this as a disaster... if it had been announced in a month i would probably have just signed mortgage papers, and that, whilst still not a disaster would be a tad inconvenient!.
gizza job?.
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That really sucks. Sorry to hear it Abaddon. Guess its time to dust of the old resume. I am sure a guy with your talent will have no problem lining up something new. But its still a pain in da ass. -om
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Yasmine Bleeth
by LB insorry, not a breast thread.
this is a photo of yasmine bleeth from baywatch with her makeup done and one right after she got busted for drugs.
hope she enjoys her dope cause they ain't helping her looks.. .
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What an eye-opener.
I am sure glad I never tried drugs(I just never cared to try them). I sure hope this girl is getting herself together. om
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Some Random Thoughts on Fear
by joelbear ini've always blamed my father for lots of stuff.
i think he's a victim too though.
he is a victim of his fears.. watchtower played on our fears of taking risks in life.
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Gopher, I had to laugh when you brought up "What About Bob"
Remember that part when Bill Murray says "wow...Death therapy...your a genius." that line always struck a cord with me, because really, that is how many view God/religion; no matter how abusive/dangerous religion is, people still somehow think they are looking out for their well being and getting a good deal.
Anyway just my 2 cents. om