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  How do you feel about the expression "The Truth"?

  by stuckinarut2 in

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  2. experiences

  it's amazing how the expression "the truth" has become such an ingrained term used by witnesses.. "we have 'the truth'".

  "is he 'in the truth'?".

  most here have found out so many facts about the organisation, and felt the effects of being "gut-punched" as we realised these facts.. so how do you feel about the expression "the truth" now?.

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  That expression is utterly vomit inducing. I try to avoid it at all times.
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  Most Poorly Written JW Book

  by JW_Rogue in

  1. jw
  2. experiences

  so i was thinking the other day that the wt corp has produced thousands of books over the years.

  although the writers have changed the style is almost always the same.

  however, some books are just worse than others.

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  "Then is Finished the Mystery of God" This is the one that made me say. "wait what?"

  The UN responsible for an attack on religion? Ya that.
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  Up Helly Aa

  by slimboyfat in

  1. social
  2. entertainment

  we were thinking about going to this next week, if it's still possible.

  has anyone been?

  is it worth going?

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  ctrwtf

  Man I'd love to go Up Helly Aa. But I'm stuck on this side of the pond.
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  New WT pdf tells children to report. Irony?

  by wifibandit in

  1. watchtower
  2. child-abuse

  pdf.

  why won't watchtower tell abusers "i'm going to tell on you!

  " and follow through with the proper authorities?

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  "i'm gonna tell on you to the elders." I am an elder, says the pedo.......
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  "I thought About You" Email

  by BeautifulMind in

  1. jw
  2. experiences

  hey everyone!!

  i hope everyone is doing good today.

  i don't share or comment often, but i'm in the mood to do that today.

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  ctrwtf

  Just remember.....You're gonna DIE!!!!!! (if you don't see things their way)

  News Flash. We're all gonna die someday. How about live your life without the influence of science denying cult members.
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  Awake 2016.2 experience

  by nelim in

  1. watchtower
  2. bible

  hi all, what do you think about the experience on page 4 of 2016.2 awake?.

  maria, who is one of jehovah’s witnesses, was publicly insulted by a prejudiced woman, who caused quite a commotion.

  but instead of retaliating, maria calmly continued on her way.

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  I gotta call BS. Why are such experiences delivered with first names only? If this were real wouldn't the individuals involved want to stand by their story?
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  when you went to an "assembly" did you wear a badge?

  by greenhornet in

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  2. friends

  it embarrassed me.

  when i was young my folks made me wear one and i opened it up and took the paper out making it look like it fell out.

  after my folks ask what happen i said i dont know.

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  Badges? We don't need no stinking badges!
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  W. E. B. DuBois vs

  by ctrwtf in

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  2. friends

  listening to a program regarding w. e. b. dubois the other day that quoted his writing in what was i think "the souls of black folk.

  " sorry to be too lazy to cite it myself here.. the gist of the quote was that men need to have goals that are broad, inspired and pure.

  not sordid money-getting.. that phrase, "sordid money getting" made me think of course of the watchtower.

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  Listening to a program regarding W. E. B. DuBois the other day that quoted his writing in what was I think "The Souls of Black Folk." Sorry to be too lazy to cite it myself here.

  The gist of the quote was that men need to have goals that are broad, inspired and pure. Not sordid money-getting.

  That phrase, "sordid money getting" made me think of course of the Watchtower. It seems to me that while all religions are of course seeking donations, most also give back substantially to their communities. Most other major religions have set up Universities. Most have broad based charitable organizations. At the least, most provide real comfort to people at the most difficult times of their lives. Most other religions don't expel people for thinking freely.

  On the other hand the WT seems to be engaged in broad based money grabs from congregations. Lucrative real estate sales and swaps and most recently, TV evangelist style outright begging. Add also, massive layoffs all to preserve the bottom line. It resorts to extensive thought control to retain membership. It seems that sordid money getting is an apt description.

  I've also had the "pleasure" of dealing from time to time with various individuals within the congregation on a business level. I've been astonished at the level of cut-throat competition even among so-called brothers. I've seen those who will use deceit to steal other brothers clients, then go to the meeting and proclaim their self sacrificing love for one another. I've seen builders that will cut every corner to pad their bottom line to the detriment of another brother. I guess the apple doesn't fall too far from the tree.

  It seems ironic that about the same time CTRussell was thinking up his scheme, DuBois was inspiring a movement that has really helped all men aspire to a higher purpose. Recent newsworthy events show we have a long way to go in realizing the dream of equality across race and gender. Still, I'd rather contribute to any charity or organization that isn't involved in "sordid money-getting."
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  I'm ready to get my first Powerball ticket -- NOT!

  by FatFreek 2005 in

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  2. friends

  it's up to some 800 zillion dollars now and hasn't suckered me in yet.

  i've been out of watchtower for some 38 years now and i suppose the lottery is one of their nonoze.

  i have nothing morally wrong against it or anyone who enjoys doing it.

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  I buy in when the fever strikes a few hundred million bucks. Bought 40 dollars worth the other day and obviously no winner. Maybe I'll buy a few tomorrow for shits and giggles. If I win, well you won't see me posting much anymore
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  What is your relationship with ALCOHOL?

  by nicolaou in

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  2. physical

  here in the uk new drinking guidelines have been issued which suggest "no more than 14 units a week - equivalent to six pints of beer or seven glasses of wine.".

  another piece of the advice which is getting a lot of attention is that "if people drink, it should be moderately over three or more days and that some days should be alcohol-free.".

  already people are making cries of "nanny state!

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  ctrwtf

  Cocktail or two before dinner or while cooking. Split a bottle of wine most days with the wifey. Wine makes everything taste better. Maybe a good whiskey to settle in for the night.

  Rarely if ever drunk...hate the feeling of being out of control. But I do love the taste............