I havent posted here for quite a while,since jwd changed websites in fact, but had to relate this.
A few days ago i bumped into some of my local congregation members i havent saw for quite a while.And said hello to The guy i knew and chatted with him while his wife was in the local store.First thing i noticed was the attitude that i had gotten away from and in fact was one of the reasons why i decided to leave.He told me that the org was moving forward and guiding them better than ever and said that it would be better if i didnt come back because i wouldnt beable to keep up with the progress of the org.Although he said he didnt want me to go down with the world.His arrogance was just wrong.I told him the bible says that every man will be found a liar and he said it depends how you interpret it.His wife came out the shop and was much more pleasant and then another member i hadnt saw for a while came over to them [ i think they had been out on a boasting session] and i said hello.However she said hi but practically ignored me.The whole experience was just so sureall that i couldnt help but think that it encourages people not to listen to them and left quite angry.Baring in mind i live next door to an elder and see him often.Some seem to look down on you when you stop going and others just dont bother talking to you as i they are above everyone else.
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